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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GL, 2D HATCHBACK, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEWINDOWSBODY EXTERIOR (A4 PLATFORM)50 BODY, FRONTBODY, FRONTFRONT FENDER, ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
2002 Volkswagen Golf GL, 2D Hatchback, 2.0 K, Standard
Front fender, assembly overview
2002 Volkswagen Golf GL, 2D Hatchback, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Front fender, assembly overview
1 - Fender
- Removing
- Remove front bumper. Refer to Bumper cover, assembly overview .
- Remove wheel-housing liner. Refer to Front wheel-housing liner .
- Heat fender in area of A-pillar using a heat gun and remove.
- Installing:
- Before bolting on fender, insert one intermediate piece each for bolt points in contact area.
2 - Bolt
- Qty. 9
3 - Spring nut
4 - Gasket
5 - Bracket
- Bolted on with front long member
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.