Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Assembly overview - towing bracket
Note
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Minor differences will be encountered on removal and installation, depending on version. -
The specified torques refer only to factory-installed towing brackets. -
Request torque specifications for other towing brackets from the manufacturers.
| 1 - | Towing bracket |
- Swivel-mounted towing bracket
| 2 - | Bolt |
- Gas-tight threaded connections
- Qty. 3
 DANGER!
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- 20 Nm + 90°
| 3 - | Bowden cable |
- With profile
| 4 - | Bolt |
- Qty. 2 on each side
- Always renew bolts after loosening
- 50 Nm + 90°
| 5 - | Lock |
| 6 - | Bowden cable retainer |
- Part of towing bracket
Towing bracket
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1 -
Release lever
In the interior
2 -
Frame
In lock carrier trim
3 -
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1 -
Blind Spot Monitor warning lamp in left exterior mirror -K303-
Removing and installing
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2 -
Blind Spot Monitor warning lamp in right exterior mirror -K304-
Removing and installing
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Acceleration
Cornering
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