Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles

How to Replace the Front Grille on a Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Grille

See other generations:
Video tutorial

To replace the front grille on a Volkswagen Golf, open the car's bonnet to access the screws that secure it to its housing: once these screws are accessible, loosen them all, and the corresponding fixing rivets can be extracted. After removing these components, you can completely take off the old grille and insert the new one into its place: secure it properly with screws and rivets to ensure the front bonnet closes correctly.


Updated on 22 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

Volkswagen Golf (2008-2012 / Golf 6, MK 6, 5K1, Golf VI) Before you start, open the front bonnet of your Volkswagen Golf. Begin by unscrewing and removing the four upper screws revealed when you opened the …
Volkswagen Golf (1991-1997 / MK 3, Golf III, Golf 3) To replace the radiator of the Volkswagen Golf 3, open the bonnet to access the screws that secure the grille to the top of the bumper. Once the gril…
Volkswagen Golf (2012-2019 / MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII) In the following guide, we will describe all the steps you need to take if you intend to replace the front grille of your Volkswagen Golf Mk7 on your…

How to open the bonnet on a Volkswagen Golf?

In this tutorial, you will see how to open the bonnet on a Volkswagen Golf MK4. This is a very simple operation that follows the standard procedure. First, open the driver's door, then locate the lever in the lower left area and pull it. Next, move to the front of the vehicle, lift the bonnet slightly, and find the second lever located just above the Volkswagen logo. At this point, simply pull it towards you, fully open the bonnet, and secure it with the prop rod. To close it, gently push it down.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos