Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing bonnet release lever
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Tighten release lever -1- and unlock
bonnet. |
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Insert a small screwdriver in gap between release lever
-1- and retaining clip
-2-. |
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Lever retaining clip -2- out of release
lever -1--arrow b- and pull release lever
off mounting bracket -3--arrow a-. |
| For further work on mounting bracket -3-,
A-pillar lower trim -4- must be removed
→ General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70. |
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Lower A-pillar trim -3- is installed. |
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Push retaining clip -2- into release
lever -1-. |
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Press retaining lever -1- onto mounting
bracket -4-. |
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Before closing bonnet, check function of release lever and cable. |
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Removing
Torque wre ...
Other materials:
Moving to and back from service position
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Guide pins -T10093-
Adapter -T10467-
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Test prerequisites
Radiator and condenser must be clean (clean them if
necessary).
The heat insulation on expansion valve is OK and properly
installed. See vehicle-specific repair manual
→ Rep. gr.87.
The poly V ...
Run-flat tyres, PAX, checking
When checking a tyre, look out especially for the following
criteria:
Surface erosion or ripples on the inner side (inflation
pressure was too low or not sufficient for the load)
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