Removing and installing front wing — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 601, 641, 643, 603

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• An adhesive bead (3) has been applied in the area of the A-pillar on some models. This adhesive bead is to be cut through using the cutting cord357 853 999 A.
• Install wing (1) without subjecting it to tensile stress.If an adhesive bead is present, this should be removed as best as possible.
• Always insert zinc intermediate pieceAKL 381 035 50(4) between wing and side member.
• Ensure joints are parallel and shut lines are equal 00Technical data; Body gaps; Body, front

📋 Procedure

1. Remove front wheel housing liner .
2. Remove side turn signal light Electrical system94Side turn signal lights.
3. In vehicles with insulation, first remove the insulation .
4. Release locking hooks (3) and clip (2).
5. Pull away lower end of cover (1) a little (arrow b) and then remove downwards (arrow a). [Note: An adhesive bead (3) has been applied in the area of the A-pillar on some models. This adhesive bead is to be cut through using the cutting cord357 853 999 A.]

6. Remove A-pillar trim .
7. Remove front bumper .
8. Pull out foam between wing and longitudinal member .
9. Pull web plate insulation out of wheel housing .
10. Remove bolts (2).
11. Rear bolt (2) can be reached with bonnet closed. Mask off bonnet in this area to prevent damage.
12. If an adhesive bead is located in area (3) between wing and A-pillar, this is to be cut through using the cutting cord357 853 999 A.
13. Remove wing (1) carefully. [Note: Install wing (1) without subjecting it to tensile stress.If an adhesive bead is present, this should be removed as best as possible.]
14. Place a layer of butyl adhesive sealing cordD 450 273 A2 between A-pillar and wing (3). This allows wing to be adjusted in height to A-pillar.
15. Always insert zinc intermediate pieceAKL 381 035 50(4) between wing and side member.
16. Ensure joints are parallel and shut lines are equal 00Technical data; Body gaps; Body, front

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