Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg, and 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Hood Removing/Installing

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the spray nozzles -5-. Refer to WINDSHIELD WASHER SYSTEM .

-- Remove the line -6- from the hood opening -1-.

-- Loosen the left and right bolts -3- from the hinge -2-.

A second technician is required for the rest of the removal procedure.

-- Remove the gas-filled strut -4-. Refer to GAS-FILLED STRUT, REMOVING .

-- Remove the bolts -3- and lift the hood -1- from the hinges -2-.