Rear seat belts with automatic retractor ("“2-door”" Gol) - remove and install — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 5U4, 5U3, 5UA, 5UC, 5UB

🔩 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. Fold the rear seat backrest .
2. Remove the side lining .
3. Remove the lower fastening point of the rear seat belt (7).
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 (7).
15. Install the side lining .

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