Removing and installing side member extension, "“R”", region North America — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf VII (5G, 2012–2020); platform code BE1

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• Before removing, heat side member extension (1) in bonding surface area (3) with hot air blowerV.A.G 1416.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove bolts (2).
2. Before removing, heat side member extension (1) in bonding surface area (3) with hot air blowerV.A.G 1416.
3. Carefully fit removal wedge3409 between side member and side member extension (1).
4. As soon as adhesive tape comes loose, detach side member extension (1) upwards from retaining strip.
5. Attach side member extension (2) to retaining strip (1).

6. Align side member extension (2) in longitudinal direction of vehicle.
7. Start bolt (3) at front of sill.
8. Align side member extension (2) with vehicle.
9. Screw in bolts (3) at bottom of sill.
10. Check position of side member extension (2).
11. Pull protective films (4) of double-sided adhesive tape on side member extension (2) upwards and towards the rear to remove.
12. Press on side member extension (2) forcefully and evenly in bonding area.
13. Tighten bolt (3) at front of sill.

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