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How to Remove the Rear Bumper of the Volkswagen Golf 7?

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Rear bumper

To remove the rear bumper of the Volkswagen Golf 7, loosen all the bolts located inside the wheel arches of the rear wheels. Once all these bolts have been removed, loosen the central screw located at the bottom of the bumper and detach it by levering with a screwdriver inside the rear light housings. Once the bumper is detached, you can completely remove it after disconnecting the appropriate connectors. At this point, the part can be replaced with a new one.

Updated on 26 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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