Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Service Position, Resetting
-- Remove the :T10467 on the left and right side between the bumper carrier and longitudinal member.
-- Push the lock carrier with the attachments -1- onto the :T10093 on the longitudinal members.
-- Install the bolts -3-.
-- Align the lock carrier with the attachments -1- on the longitudinal members and between the fenders.
Tightening specification for the bolts -4-. Refer to OVERVIEW - LOCK CARRIER .
Perform the rest of the installation in the reverse order of removal.
Make sure that the charge air cooler pressure hoses are reinstalled correctly.
The hoses and lines must not be pinched.
For vehicles with the Distance Regulation Control Module -J428-, the Distance Regulation Control Module -J428- must be realigned every time the lock carrier is removed and installed or replaced.
Notes and work procedures for the Distance Regulation Control Module -J428-. Refer to Battery Charger:VAS5908 .
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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.