Where is the Passat tow hook located?

[SanGabriela]

The Passat tow hook is located near the left front fog light, and you need to remove the grille to see it. When towing, choose brightly colored towing equipment such as yellow, fluorescent green, or fluorescent red for better visibility. If towing at night, try to use tow ropes or tow bars with reflective materials to enhance warning effectiveness. The function of the tow hook: As the name suggests, the tow hook is used for towing vehicles. It can be installed at the front or rear of the car. Generally, SUVs, trucks, and pickup trucks install the tow hook at the rear for towing other vehicles. Precautions for using the tow hook: Although the tow hook can be used for towing vehicles, not all vehicles can be equipped with one. Only vehicles that meet the regulations can install a tow hook. Additionally, the tow hook must not protrude beyond the body when installed; otherwise, it is not allowed. Illegal installation may result in fines.

[MarcusFitz]

I've been driving this Passat for six or seven years, and I can find the tow hook location with my eyes closed. There's a small square cover on the lower right corner of the front bumper, right next to the license plate frame. Just pry it off with your fingernail, and you'll find the screw hole underneath. There's an identical cover on the lower left corner of the rear bumper too. Last time my friend's car got stuck in a ditch, I just screwed in the tow hook and pulled him out. A word of advice: when buying a tow rope, make sure to check your vehicle's maximum towing capacity. For a Passat, it's generally capped at 1,500 kg - exceeding that could wreck the transmission. And remember to remove the tow hook after use, otherwise it could bounce out on rough roads and become a hazard.

[SanMolly]

Off-road enthusiasts who always carry tow hooks will tell you: The Passat's hidden design is too common! That plastic cover on the lower right corner of the front bumper can be pried open by pushing the side clip with a key tip. This mechanism is the same across the Volkswagen lineup—there’s also one symmetrically hidden on the lower left corner of the rear bumper. Last week, we rescued a Tiguan stuck in a ditch by locating this small square cover. Just remember: the front tow hook is for the towing eye, while the rear bumper has a threaded hole that requires screwing in a towing eye. If you’re buying aftermarket parts on Taobao, go for the M18 thread specification—don’t waste time with the wrong size.

[ElliottFitz]

Last time I almost broke a sweat helping my neighbor find the towing hook. Volkswagen designs it to be extremely hidden—look for a square plastic cover on the corners of the front and rear bumpers. For the front bumper, it's at the lower right corner of the driver's side, and symmetrically at the lower right corner for the rear bumper. Once you pry open the cover, you should see a black threaded hole. Remember to screw the towing hook all the way in until it clicks and locks securely. The towing driver from the insurance company said that 8 out of 10 car owners can't find this cover and end up breaking the clips by forcing it open. Before towing, it's best to test by turning it a couple of times to confirm it's securely installed.