Removing and installing bumper cover, Polo »BlueMotion« — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Polo 6C (2014–2017)

📋 Procedure

1. Remove tail lights Electrical system94Tail lights; Removing and installing tail light
2. Remove bolts (4) on left and right sides in area of wheel housing liner.
3. Remove bolts (3) (pointing upwards) on left and right.
4. Remove bolts (6).
5. Release clip (7)

6. Pull rear bumper cover (1) out of fasteners in lateral guides (2)(arrows b).
7. Release fasteners (arrows a) at lateral guides (2).
8. Pull rear bumper cover (1) parallel off vehicle (arrows c).
9. Disconnect connectors from all existing electrical components. [Note: Instructions and work specifications for the Park Assist system Electrical system94Park Assist system (PA)Ensure joints are parallel and gaps/shut lines are equal 00Body gaps/shut lines; Body, rear.]
10. Reconnect all connectors
11. Fit rear bumper cover (1) with the aid of a second mechanic (arrows a).
12. Push rear bumper cover (1) onto centre guide profile and onto left and right guide profile (2)(arrows b), until they engage audibly.
13. Fit bolts (3, 4 and 5) in place, and tighten them to respective specified torque .
14. Fasten clip (6).

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