Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Wheel bolt caps
Fig. 221 shows removing wheel bolt caps from the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 using the wire hook from the toolkit. These caps protect the wheel bolts and must be refitted afterward — this page explains the removal technique and why replacing them matters.
Fig. 221 Removing the wheel bolt caps
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings- Take the wire hook from the vehicle toolkit.
- Insert the hook through the opening in the cap and pull off in the direction of the arrow.
The caps protect the wheel bolts and must be replaced after changing the tyre.
The anti-theft wheel bolt has a separate cap. It only fits onto the anti-theft wheel bolts and not onto conventional wheel bolts.
Questions & answers
Wheel bolt caps — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I remove the Golf Mk7 wheel bolt caps?
Insert the wire hook from the toolkit through the opening in the cap and pull outward. The caps protect the bolts from corrosion and dirt.
Should I replace Golf Mk7 wheel bolt caps after a wheel change?
Yes. Press them back onto each bolt after tightening. They protect the bolt heads and threads from road salt and moisture.
