Using torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-, this page gives the procedure for removing the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 rear lid striker pin from the lock carrier — remove the rear lid lock trim, then unscrew the hexagon nuts securing the pin.
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Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- |
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Remove trim for rear lid lock
→ General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70. |
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Unscrew hexagon nuts -2- and remove
striker pin -1- from lock carrier. |
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Mount striker pin -1- with hexagon nuts
-2- onto lock carrier. |
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Adjusting striker pin
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Hexagon nut
→ Chapter „Assembly overview - rear lid“
Questions & answers
Removing and installing striker pin — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I remove the Golf Mk7 rear lid striker pin?
Remove the lock trim panel from inside, unscrew the hexagon nuts and remove the striker pin from the body.
Does the Golf Mk7 tailgate striker pin affect closing effort?
Yes. If the pin is too far forward the tailgate will not latch easily; too far back and it will be loose. Adjust until the tailgate closes with moderate effort and no rattles.
Special tools and workshop equipment
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Removing
Torque wre ...
In the factory a sealant is applied to the rear lid seal, the seal is fitted
to the body flange and then rolled on.
Note
When the seal is removed, the sealant on the inside of the seal will
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