Body - Rear Bumper Cover Wavy or Distorted
63 07 01Feb. 27, 2007
2013104 Supersedes T.B. Group 63 number 06-01 dated Oct. 24, 2006 to include New Beetle Sedan Bumper Rear Cover, Deformation, U.S.
Customer may comment about wave or distortion in bumper rear cover.
Condition
Vehicle Information
Technical Background
Incorrect assembly of the reinforcement, Part No. 1Y0813389 due to weld splatter located on the studs of the rear bumper.
Production Solution
Improvement from VIN:
^ 1Y_7M402212
^ 1C_7M502320320
Service
1) Disassemble rear bumper module ( bumper cover and rear mudwings). See Repair Manual Group 63-Body in ElsaWeb.
2) Disassemble reinforcement . See Repair Manual Group 53 Body in ElsaWeb.
3) With the help of a chisel, remove the weld pieces adhered to the bolts, to ensure a correct assembly of the reinforcement to the rear apron.
4) Assemble reinforcement. See Repair Manual Group 53 Body in ElsaWeb.
5) Assemble rear bumper module starting from call-out number 1 to call-out number 10 (from center to both sides of the bumper cover) as shown in the illustration
6) Tighten the rest of the screws of the bumper module, following the sequence indicated in the Repair Manual Group 53 Body in ElsaWeb.
Warranty
* Code per warranty vendor code policy.
Required Parts and Tools
No Special Tools required.
No Special Parts required. Always see ETKA for the latest part(s) information.