Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Assembly overview - towing bracket

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Note

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.

Assembly overview - towing bracket

1 -	Towing bracket

Swivel-mounted towing bracket

2 -

Bolt

Gas-tight threaded connections
Qty. 3

DANGER!

The bolts function as plugs and seal the passenger compartment against exhaust fumes, and must be installed without fail.

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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