Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Radiator Grille Assembly Overview, GTI






Radiator Grille Assembly Overview, GTI

Depending on the version, the removal and installation process may be slightly different.





1 Radiator Grille

Material - ASA

2 Bolt

Qty. 2

2 Nm

3 Decorative frame

Only on GTI.

Locked with radiator grille.

4 Expanding rivet

Qty. 4

5 License plate holder

For different countries.

Secured to radiator grille with expanding clips.

On radiator grille without mounting holes => [ Radiator Grille License Plate Holder, GTI and R32 ] Radiator Grille License Plate Holder, GTI and R32

6 Emblem

Clipped into radiator grille.

Can be removed only when radiator grille is removed

Removing: Release catches on rear side of emblem with radiator grille removed.

Installing: Guide manufacturer's emblem with catch into recesses in radiator grille - arrow b -, then twist slightly in direction - arrow c - until manufacturer's emblem engages in radiator grille.

7 Front GTI name plate

Locked with radiator grille.

Can be removed only when radiator grille is removed

Loosen catches from behind.

8 Bolt

Qty. 2

2 Nm

9 Catches

Qty. 2

10 Guide hooks

Qty. 4