Removal and Replacement

2004 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan (9M2) L4-2.0L (AVH)SECTION Removal and Replacement


Lock Carrier With Attachments, Removing And Installing







1 - Lock carrier with attachments

Removing
- Unhook Bowden cable at lock and disconnect electrical connectors.
- Disconnect connectors at headlight housings.
- Removing front bumper and bumper carrier.
- Disconnect hose for headlight cleaning system at T-piece.
- Unbolt radiator and condenser from lock carrier.
- Secure radiator and condenser in engine compartment.

NOTE:
- Do not unhook condenser at lines.
- Condenser lines must not be kinked.

Installing
- Align lock carrier at longmembers and between fenders.

Gaps dimensions. Body panel gaps; Body, front

- Adjust headlights.

2 - Bolt
- Qty. 2
- 8 Nm

3 - Bowden cable
4 - Hole in side panel
5 - Radiator and condenser
6 - Bolt
- Qty. 4
- 8 Nm

7 - Bumper carrier
8 - Bolt
- Qty. 4
- 20 Nm

9 - Guide rods 3411
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.