Roof grab handle, removing and installing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Wrench V.A.G 1783

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Removing

Fig 2: Identifying Covers, Bolts & Roof Grab Handle

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Tightening torque: 3.5 Nm

NOTE:

Threaded holes for roof grab handle must be cleaned of locking compound residue after removal. Otherwise, new screws could lock up when installed and shear off when removed again.
They can be cleaned with a thread cutter.
Replace roof grab handle screws (self-locking).

Installing

Installation is reverse of removal.