6r Front Bumper Removal

[robertsm66]

Hi All
I've got to take the front bumper off tomorrow for my PDC install.

Is it a simple 3 bolts on arch, a few underneath then prize it off or do you need to take the grill and lights off first ?

Also, when making holes for the pdc sensors what's the best way to do it ? pilot hope from inside, mask and drill from the outside ?? (that's how I've always done it).

Thanks

Rob

[saty]

Have a look at this link
http://workshop-manuals.com/volkswagen/ ... /removing/

You'll have to remove the headlights, and remove some screws retaining the grill but you won't have to take it off

[robertsm66]

Perfect, thanks.

[lxm]

You need to unclip the plastic grille off first with the bonnet open, after that there are x3 screws in the left and right front wheel arches, then I think 6 screws, x2 with washers to unscrew under the entire length of the bumper lip.

FYI half of my screws were rusted and UN-moveable so I had to give up

[robertsm66]

Was actually really easy, surprisingly easy. No rusted screws luckily !

[AntonDelin]

Wow, are you installing the OEM front parking system? How are you planning to drill the holes? I'm very curious and jealous

[robertsm66]

I've got the VAG genuine hole punch which is the exact size and makes the hole without damage to the painted surface.

You're more than welcome to borrow it !

The OPS / PDC install is actually easy. Nothing is particularly challenging, just a little time consuming. I bought the kit from Carsystems in Poland who sell the kit for nearly £400, however I bought it off Ebay US, and got it for £263 inc shipping which for OEM front and rear OPS / PDC is pretty dam good !

Only issue is I think the picture on my RNS315 is a Scirocco but I'm sure I'll be able to change that with VCDS.