Rear automatic seat belts (Gol) - remove and install — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 5U8, 5U9, 5U2, 5U1

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Raise the front section of the rear seat by pulling it up (arrow).
2. Fold the rear bench seat by by moving it simultaneously up and forwards (arrow).
3. Remove the lower fastening point of the rear seat belt .
4. Remove C-pillar upper lining (1).
5. Remove the securing bolt (4).

6. Remove belt guide (5) with the distancing bushing (6).
7. Remove the securing bolt (2).
8. Remove the seat belt inertia reel (3).
9. Install the automatic belt retractor (3).
10. Tighten the securing bolt (2) to the torque of (40 Nm). — 40 Nm (30 lb-ft)
11. Install the belt guide (5) with the distancing bushing (6).
12. Tighten the securing bolt (4) to the torque of (40 Nm). — 40 Nm (30 lb-ft)
13. Install C-pillar upper lining (1).
14. Install the lower fastening point of the rear seat belt .

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