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Park Assist steering sensor (Spacefox/Suran) - remove and install — VW

Park Assist steering sensor (Spacefox/Suran) - remove and install on VW: 11 steps. What to remove, in what order, and what to check after.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

11 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Fox (5Z)

📋 Procedure

  1. Turn off the ignition, all the electrical devices, and remove the key from ignition.
  2. Disconnect the BatteryA.
  3. Remove the rear bumper (1)General body repairs, exterior63Bumpers.
  4. Disconnect the connector (2) from Park Assist steering sensor (3).
  5. Carefully press locks (arrows) and remove parking aid sensor (3)by pulling it. [Note: The supports and sensors are supplied without painting.The sensor supports must be placed before the bumper covering is painted, and the sensors must be painted before assembly.Sensors may be painted with a layer of 100 µm only. To paint the sensors, it is necessary to disconnect the connector.Avoid mechanical damages or damages caused by chemical agents to the sensors.The measurement for painting (a) is 3 + 2 mm.]
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  1. Slightly sand bumper lining (5) internal surface (1).
  2. Remove adhesive tape protection.
  3. Position supports(4) in order to align them in parallel to the upper bumper covering area (1).
  4. When gluing the support, press it firmly.
  5. Check sealing ring (3)correct position.
  6. Fit parking aid sensor (2) to sensor support (4).

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.