Trailer Hitch, Removing And Installing: Removing

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

NOTE:

Depending on the version, slight deviations must be considered.

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the bumper cover. Refer to BUMPER COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

Remove the lock carrier trim panel. Refer to LOCK CARRIER TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Disconnect the connector -3- from the control module.

-- If equipped, remove the reducing agent tank. Refer to the appropriate Service Information .

-- Remove the bolts -4-.

-- Remove the trailer hitch -1- parallel from the longitudinal members.