Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Wheel cover
Fig. 220 shows removing a full wheel cover from the Volkswagen Golf Mk7. This page gives the exact technique using the box spanner and wire hook from the vehicle toolkit — insert the hook into a cover hole, then push the spanner through it as leverage to pop the cover free.
Fig. 220 Removing the wheel covers
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsRemoving the wheel covers
- Take the box spanner and wire hook from the vehicle toolkit.
- Insert the wire hook into one of the holes in the wheel cover.
- Push the box spanner through the wire hook and remove the wheel cover in the direction of the arrow.
Fitting the wheel covers
Before fitting the wheel cover, the anti-theft wheel bolt must be screwed into position or ③. Otherwise, it will not be possible to fit the wheel cover.
The wheel covers must be pushed on to the rims with the hole for the valve aligned with the valve . When fitting the wheel cover, ensure that it engages securely on the entire circumference.
Questions & answers
Wheel cover — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I remove a Golf Mk7 full wheel cover?
Take the box spanner and wire hook from the toolkit. Insert the hook into a hole in the cover, push the box spanner through the hook as a lever, and pull the cover off.
How do I refit the Golf Mk7 wheel cover?
Align the valve cutout in the cover with the tyre valve, then press the cover firmly onto the rim all the way around until it clicks into place at every point.
