Details of the lock of the back cover, on the left in the model "Golf"; on the right in the model "Jetta": 1 - the upper part of the castle; 2 - lower part; 3 - sealing ring; 4 - closing cylinder with a push button; 5 - closing pin; 6 - the upper part of the castle; 7 - closing cylinder with a push button; 8 - connecting rod.
Models «Golf»
The trunk lid cutout has little to no access to the four screws connecting the rear lid to the hinges. To get to the locking screws located near the roof of the car, you need to move the top trim a little. Firm "Volkswagen" recommends drilling a hole in the casing near the hinges. But then the cutouts must be covered with lids (Part no. 171 867 923).
Disconnect the wires leading to the back cover.
Slightly remove the seal at the top.
Carefully detach the top skin from the edge of the metal.
Remove the U-bracket from the gas stop locking pin; take out your finger (2 pcs.).
Unscrew the two bolts of the hinges of the rear cover (see fig.); remove the cover.
Models «Jetta»
Open cover; Unscrew two screws on the right and left.
Remove cover from hinges.
Removing the rear spoiler
Spoiler at the trunk lid of the model "Jetta", having equipment according to the formula E, is pressed against 5 plates. When removed, the plastic in the spoiler may break, and it will no longer fix.
Unscrew the 5 nuts at the bottom of the trunk lid if the bolts do not turn.
Remove the spoiler with its holders.
If this fails, remove the spoiler from the holders.
Loosen the nuts at the bottom in the trunk lid while holding the corresponding bolt head at the top in the holder.
Trunk lid adjustment
If the trunk lid does not close well or knocks, you need to slightly loosen the bolts of the lock pin (see fig. up).
Move the pin and tighten the bolts securely.
Check and, if necessary, further adjust the position of the tailgate.
If necessary, adjust the fit by turning the rubber stop on the cover.
Rear cover seal
If the trunk lid was perfectly placed in its opening, but dirt or moisture still entered, this may be due to defects in the rubber seal.
Remove rubber seal.
Install new seal. The seal must be placed on all edges evenly, at the same height.
To care for the seal, glycerin or a special rubber care agent is used.
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