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Front hook-up

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attach grab hooks to towing eyes under front bumper brackets

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place 4 x 4 under bumper

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place tow bar in front of bumper against rubber buffer

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double wrap chains on tow bar

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attach safety chains to lower control arms

Rear hook-up - Rabbit, Convertible - all years, Scirocco - to '81

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attach tow chains to lower brackets of shock absorbers

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place 4 x 4 against tires and under rear of spare tire well

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place tow bar against 4 x 4

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attach safety chains to lower brackets of shock absorbers

Rear hook-up (Pickup)

CAUTION

Rear towing of Pickup Truck is not recommended. Rear hook-up can only be made with wheel-lifting towing equipment. Do not attempt rear hook-up
with sling-type towing gear.
Scirocco - from '82

CAUTION

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Whenever possible, tow with front wheels off ground

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If a car with automatic transmission must be towed with the rear wheels lifted because of extensive damage, dollies are required under front wheels
to avoid damage to transmission due to lack of lubrication

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Car may be lifted in rear and moved to position for front hook-up

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