Removing and installing roll-over bar — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 5C7, 5C1

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• The roll-over bar fitting toolVAS 6750 is marked with a yellow dot.This marking denotes the side for the electrical connector of the roll-over bar. This side of the roll-over bar fitting toolVAS 6750 must be located first.
• Before and during the fitting of the roll-over bar you must ensure that there are no foreign bodies in the mounting aperture.
• The bolts are intended for one-off use. It is essential to ensure that no multiple use occurs. — Slightly raise inner side of roll-over bar using a screwdriver (1).

🔩 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. ⚠ When opening the convertible top, guide the headlining carefully over the right and left roll-over bars. — Lower the top.
2. Remove rear bench seat .
3. Fold rear seat backrest forwards.
4. Remove upper bulkhead trim panel .
5. Switch off ignition.

6. Disconnect vehicle battery Electrical system27Battery; Disconnecting and reconnecting battery.
7. Discharge static. Briefly touch car body or lock quoin of door.
8. Disengage connector lock (1) and pull connector (2) off roll-over bar.
9. Remove two outermost spreader clips of centre rear panel trim.
10. Fold centre rear wall trim forwards in vicinity of bolts.
11. Unscrew bolts (1), (2) and (3).
12. Loosen bolt (4) and pull it out as far as approx. 30 mm. [Note: The roll-over bar fitting toolVAS 6750 is marked with a yellow dot.This marking denotes the side for the electrical connector of the roll-over bar. This side of the roll-over bar fitting toolVAS 6750 must be located first.]
13. ⚠ Be aware of parts that may suddenly spring out: the roll-over bar is under spring load and can be triggered by vibrations.There is a danger of severe concussion injuries to face and body!Always fit the roll-over bar system toolVAS 6750.Do not lean into range of the system.Always avoid subjecting the roll-over bar system to vibrations and shocks. — Slightly raise outer side of roll-over bar.
14. Fit ROPS assembly aidVAS 6750(1) onto lug (arrow).
15. Slightly raise inner side of roll-over bar using a screwdriver (1).
16. Press ROPS assembly aidVAS 6750 inwards forcefully.
17. Press tab (3) in (direction of arrow).
18. Fit ROPS assembly aidVAS 6750 onto lug of roll-over bar (arrow).
19. Remove bolt (2).
20. Hold ROPS assembly aidVAS 6750(1) firmly in your hand.
21. Slowly pull roll-over bar out of installation slot. [Note: Before and during the fitting of the roll-over bar you must ensure that there are no foreign bodies in the mounting aperture.]
22. ⚠ Be aware of parts that may suddenly spring out: the roll-over bar is under spring load and can be triggered by vibrations.There is a danger of severe concussion injuries to face and body!Always fit the roll-over bar system toolVAS 6750.Do not allow the roll-over bar to slide into the mounting aperture under its own weight.Always avoid subjecting the roll-over bar system to vibrations and shocks. — Hold ROPS assembly aidVAS 6750 firmly in your hand.
23. Slowly guide roll-over bar into installation slot.
24. ⚠ The bolts are intended for one-off use. It is essential to ensure that no multiple use occurs. — Slightly raise inner side of roll-over bar using a screwdriver (1).
25. Insert bolt (2).
26. Press tab (3) in (direction of arrow).
27. Pull ROPS assembly aidVAS 6750 off lug of roll-over bar (arrow).
28. Remove ROPS assembly aidVAS 6750 from roll-over bar and remove screwdriver (1).
29. Observe fitting sequence specified for new bolts (1), (2), (3) and (4) as well as the specified torque of 20 Nm. — 20 Nm (15 lb-ft)
30. Observe fitting sequence specified for new bolts (1), (2), (3) and (4) as well as the specified torque of 20 Nm. — 20 Nm (15 lb-ft)
31. Fit connector (2) for roll-over bar and engage connector catches (1).
32. Further installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.
33. ⚠ No persons should remain within range of the roll-over bar. — Connect vehicle battery Electrical system27Battery; Disconnecting and connecting battery.

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