Removing front bumper cover, Polo »GTI« — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Polo 6R (2009–2014)

📋 Procedure

1. Removing headlights Vehicle electrics; Electrical system94Lights, bulbs, switches - exterior
2. Remove bolts (2).
3. Remove bolts (3) (pointing upwards) on left and right of wheel housing.
4. Remove bolts (4) to secure wheel housing liner.
5. Undo bolts (5) from below.

6. Pull front bumper cover (1) out of fasteners of guides on left and right of wing (arrows c).
7. Release fasteners on guides (arrows b) and radiator grille (arrows a).
8. Release fasteners (3) from lock carrier (4) located behind radiator grille.
9. With the aid of a second mechanic, pull off front bumper cover (1) parallel (arrows d) from vehicle.
10. Remove connectors of all installed electrical components.
11. Disconnect washer fluid hose connectors (if fitted) Electrical system92Headlight washer system.

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