Bumper Cover, Removing And Installing, From 02/24/2020: Installing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:

Before installation the emblem must be removed. Refer to FRONT EMBLEMS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Guide the bumper cover -1- parallel along the lock carrier in the direction of -arrow A-.

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-- Connect the connectors, if equipped.

For notes and procedures regarding the parking aid, refer to the appropriate Service Information .

For notes and procedures regarding the parallel parking assist, refer to the appropriate Service Information .

NOTE:

When positioning the bumper cover, make sure that the front wheel housing liner is seated correctly.

-- Push the bumper cover -1- onto the left and right guides -2- on the fender in direction of -arrow B- until they engage with each other.

-- Install the bolts -5-.

-- Turn the hook -4- from the wheel arch trim -3- in the bumper cover -1- in direction of -arrow C-.

-- Install the bolts -6 and 7- -7-.

-- Install the bolts on the radiator grille.

Adjusting Support Piece

-- Loosen the bolt -1- and lower the support piece -2- downward.

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-- Adjust the support piece -2- in the direction of -arrow A-.

NOTE:

The support piece -2- must rest on the impact member.

-- Tighten the bolt -1-.

-- Install the front emblem. Refer to FRONT EMBLEMS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .