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Removing automatic distance control unit from and installing on retaining plate, variant 2 — VW

Removing automatic distance control unit from and installing on retaining plate, variant 2 on VW: 10 steps.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

10 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf VII (5G, 2012–2020)

  • Special tools named: VAS 6335

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  • Renew quick-release fasteners (2).The adjustment screws (1) in the adapter frame are pre-adjusted. Correct the adjustment as required .

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove adaptive cruise control unit J428.
  2. Turn quick-release fasteners (2) in (direction of arrow).
  3. Pull quick-release fasteners (2) off adjustment screws (1).
  4. Remove retaining plate (3) from adaptive cruise control unit J428(4). [Note: Renew quick-release fasteners (2).The adjustment screws (1) in the adapter frame are pre-adjusted. Correct the adjustment as required .]
  5. Using digital calliper VAS 6335, measure setting (a) of all adjustment screws and correct, if necessary.
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  1. Set retaining plate (1) on quick-release fasteners (2).
  2. Push new quick-release fasteners (2) onto adjustment screws and fixed mounting on adapter frame (3).
  3. Turn quick-release fasteners (2) on back of retaining plate (1) to stop in direction of arrow (A).
  4. Install adaptive cruise control unit J428.
  5. Calibrate adaptive cruise control .

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.