In the rear bumper on the right: screwing in the towing eye.
1. Remove the towing eye from the vehicle tool kit in the luggage compartment.
2. Press the marked area of the cover in the direction of the arrow to release the cover catch → Fig. 1.
3. Remove the cover, allow it to hang on the vehicle or place it in the vehicle if necessary →
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4. Screw the towing eye into the mounting in the direction of the arrow and tighten as far as possible → Fig. 2 , → . Use a
suitable object to screw the towing eye fully and securely into the mounting.
5. After you have finished towing, remove the towing eye by unscrewing it in the opposite direction to the arrow using a suitable
object.
6. Insert the cap in the respective recess and press in until it engages.
7. Clean the towing eye if necessary and place it back in the vehicle toolkit in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
If the towing eye is not screwed fully and securely into the mounting, it may be wrenched out of the mount. This can result in
accidents and severe injuries when towing.
● Before starting towing, check that the towing eye is fully screwed in.
NOTICE
Improper removal and fitting of the cover and towing eye can cause damage the vehicle’s paint and body.
● Always remove and fit the cover and the towing eye carefully.
Vehicles with towing bracket
In vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket there is no mounting for the screw-in towing eye behind the cover.
1. For towing, swivel out or fit and use the ball head.
NOTICE
If you use an unsuitable tow-bar, the ball head and the vehicle could be damaged.
● For towing, always use only a tow-bar that is specifically intended for fitting on a ball head.
● Use a tow-rope for towing if you do not have access to a suitable tow-bar.
The bonnet space of a vehicle is a hazardous area. You should only carry out work in the bonnet space if you know exactly how to
perform the required tasks, are aware of the general safety procedures and have access to the correct equipment, service fluids and
suitable tools. Failing to carry out work correctly can cause serious injuries → . Have all work carried out by a suitably qualified
workshop if necessary. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.
WARNING
The bonnet space is a hazardous area. Accidents and serious or fatal injuries can occur during all work in the bonnet space.
● Always be extremely careful and cautious during all work.
● Only perform any work in the bonnet space if you know exactly how to carry it out.
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