Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing rear underbody cover – petrol/diesel

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Note

The removal and installation procedures may have to be modified slightly depending on engine fitted.

Removing and installing rear underbody cover – petrol/diesel

–	Loosen lock washer -3-.

–	Unclip spreader rivet -2- and remove bolt -4-.

–	Remove rear underbody panel -1-.

Installing

Install in the reverse order of removal observing the following:

Specified torques

Bolt → Item

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Removing and installing rear underbody cover – e-Golf

Removing – Remove bolts -2-. – Unscrew nuts -3-. – Remove underbody cover -1-. Installing ...

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