Bumper Cover, Removing And Installing: Removing

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.

NOTE:

Depending on the model version, slight deviations of the bumper cover must be considered when removing and installing.

-- Remove the side panel tail lamps. Refer to LOWER TAIL LAMP, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the bolts -6- near the wheel housing liner on the left and right sides.

-- Remove the bolts -7- from below.

-- Remove the expanding rivets -8- from underneath.

-- Remove the wheel cover. Refer to WHEEL COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, REAR .

-- Remove the bolts -5- inside the wheel housing on the left and right.

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

-- Pull the bumper cover -1- out of the left and right guide retainers -2- on the side panel in direction of -b arrows-.

-- Remove the bumper cover -1- parallel from the vehicle in direction of -c arrows-.

-- If equipped, disconnect the electrical component connectors.

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 .

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.