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class="qf-block"> <div class="b-section"> <div class="b-header" onclick="qfToggle('b1')"> <div class="b-title">Overview &amp; Function</div> <div class="b-chevron open" id="qf-chevron-b1">&#9650;</div> </div> <div class="b-body open" id="qf-body-b1"> <p class="qf-intro-lead"> The <strong>Spare Wheel Carrier Angled Bracket</strong> (VW OEM <strong>7H0801903B</strong>) is the steel support bracket that forms the structural backbone of the under-vehicle spare wheel storage system on the <strong>Volkswagen Transporter T5</strong> (2003&#8211;2015), <strong>T6</strong> (2016&#8211;2019), and <strong>T6.1</strong> (2020 onwards). The bracket mounts to captive weld-nuts on the rear underside of the chassis and holds the spare wheel cradle in position against the underfloor. The wheel is secured by two long M19 bolts that thread into the captive nuts integral to the bracket. The angled profile of the bracket positions the spare wheel horizontally and flush with the chassis underfloor. This part is an exact-fit replacement for the original bracket and is compatible with steel and alloy spare wheels up to 17 inches in diameter. </p> <div class="qf-spec-row"> <div class="qf-spec-item"><div class="qf-spec-label">VW OEM</div><div class="qf-spec-value">7H0801903B</div></div> <div class="qf-spec-item"><div class="qf-spec-label">Type</div><div class="qf-spec-value">Angled bracket &#8212; spare wheel carrier</div></div> <div class="qf-spec-item"><div class="qf-spec-label">Maximum wheel size</div><div class="qf-spec-value">Up to 17 inches</div></div> <div class="qf-spec-item"><div class="qf-spec-label">Fixing bolts</div><div class="qf-spec-value">M19 &#8212; NOT included, order separately</div></div> <div class="qf-spec-item"><div class="qf-spec-label">Material</div><div class="qf-spec-value">Steel &#8212; powder-coated</div></div> <div class="qf-spec-item"><div class="qf-spec-label">Supersedes</div><div class="qf-spec-value">7H0801903 (earlier revision)</div></div> </div> <div class="qf-sub-head">OEM Part Number Reference</div> <div class="qf-cross-grid"> <div class="qf-cross-card"><div class="qf-cross-brand">VW OEM (current)</div><div class="qf-cross-num">7H0801903B</div><div class="qf-cross-status">&#10003; This part &#8212; current revision</div></div> <div class="qf-cross-card"><div class="qf-cross-brand">VW OEM (earlier)</div><div class="qf-cross-num">7H0801903</div><div class="qf-cross-note">Superseded by 7H0801903B</div></div> </div> <div class="qf-sub-head">Spare Wheel System on the VW Transporter T5 / T6</div> <p class="qf-para"> On VW Transporter T5 and T6 vans, the spare wheel is stored horizontally under the vehicle floor between the rear axle and the rear bumper. The storage system consists of three principal components: the angled bracket (this part, 7H0801903B) which is welded to or bolted onto the chassis understructure; the wheel cradle or basket that sits within the bracket and directly supports the rim of the spare wheel; and two long M19 mounting bolts that pass through the cradle and bracket and thread into captive weld-nuts on the chassis. To access the spare wheel, both bolts are removed &#8212; one fully, one partially &#8212; and the cradle rotates or drops to release the wheel. </p> <p class="qf-para"> The bracket (7H0801903B) is the upper angled structural element of this assembly. Its angled profile positions the wheel at the correct clearance below the chassis floor and distributes the load of the spare wheel across two chassis attachment points. The bracket is exposed to full road conditions throughout the vehicle&#8217;s service life &#8212; road salt, moisture, gravel impact, and thermal cycling all act on the bracket surface. Surface corrosion is the primary failure mode. Once corrosion reaches the captive nut weld points on the chassis side, the nuts can fail, leaving the bolts with no thread engagement and the spare wheel unsecured. </p> <p class="qf-para"> A known service point on high-mileage T5 vehicles is seized mounting bolts. The M19 bolts are the same size as the wheel lug bolts &#8212; a 19 mm socket is required to remove them. In road-salt environments the bolts corrode into the captive nuts and require significant torque or penetrating oil to free. Fleet operators and van converters working on T5 and T6 vehicles frequently encounter the need for bracket replacement when seized bolts are broken during extraction. </p> </div> </div> </div> <!-- BLOCK 2: SYMPTOMS & DIAGNOSTICS --> <div class="qf-block"> <div class="b-section"> <div class="b-header" onclick="qfToggle('b2')"> <div class="b-title">Symptoms &amp; Diagnostics</div> <div class="b-chevron open" id="qf-chevron-b2">&#9650;</div> </div> <div class="b-body open" id="qf-body-b2"> <div class="qf-warn-box"> <strong>&#9888; PR codes determine fitment &#8212; confirm by VIN before ordering.</strong> VW uses Production Record (PR) codes embedded in the vehicle&#8217;s option record to define the spare wheel carrier specification. Not all VW Transporter T5 and T6 variants are factory-fitted with the under-vehicle spare wheel carrier. Models delivered without a spare wheel (typically those supplied with run-flat tyres or inflation kits) may not have the captive nuts and bracket mounting provision in the chassis. Always confirm the vehicle was originally fitted with the under-vehicle spare wheel system by checking the chassis for the existing bracket and captive nut positions before ordering. </div> <div class="qf-symptom"><strong>Spare wheel bracket visibly corroded, perforated, or deformed &#8212; direct inspection failure</strong> &#8212; The steel bracket is the most accessible component of the spare wheel system during a routine underside inspection. Surface rust developing into perforation &#8212; particularly at the angles and edges where water pools &#8212; indicates the bracket has exceeded its structural service life. A bracket that has corroded through at any point cannot be relied upon to secure the spare wheel against road vibration loads. Replace immediately. Inspect the captive weld-nuts on the chassis simultaneously &#8212; if these have failed, they require repair before the new bracket can be fitted.</div> <div class="qf-symptom"><strong>Spare wheel loose or audible rattling from the underfloor at the rear of the vehicle &#8212; bolt seizure or bracket failure</strong> &#8212; A rattle or knock from beneath the rear of the van, particularly on rough surfaces or when cornering, indicates the spare wheel is not clamped securely. The most common cause is one or both M19 mounting bolts backing out due to corrosion-induced reduction of the thread engagement. Inspect from below &#8212; the bolt heads should be flush and tight against the cradle. If either bolt has backed out, do not drive further until the wheel is secured or removed.</div> <div class="qf-symptom"><strong>Mounting bolt snapped or stripped during removal attempt &#8212; bracket replacement required</strong> &#8212; The M19 bolts seize into the captive weld-nuts after extended exposure to road salt. When a seized bolt is broken during removal, the captive nut is typically damaged as well. If the captive nuts on the chassis are undamaged, only the bracket and bolts require replacement. If the captive nuts are stripped or the weld has failed, chassis repair is required before the new bracket can be fitted. The bracket itself may be undamaged in this scenario but is replaced as part of the access procedure.</div> <div class="qf-symptom"><strong>Spare wheel fallen from under vehicle or lost from storage position &#8212; catastrophic bracket or bolt failure</strong> &#8212; If the spare wheel has dropped from its underfloor position while driving, inspect all bracket mounting points for shear failure or weld cracking. A bracket that has separated at a weld point will show fresh metal at the fracture. Do not fit a replacement bracket to damaged or cracked chassis captive nut provisions without having the chassis inspected and repaired by a competent welder first.</div> </div> </div> </div> <!-- BLOCK 3: LOGISTICS --> <div class="qf-block"> <div class="b-section"> <div class="b-header" onclick="qfToggle('b3')"> <div class="b-title">Logistics &amp; Customs</div> <div class="b-chevron open" id="qf-chevron-b3">&#9650;</div> </div> <div class="b-body open" id="qf-body-b3"> <table class="qf-logistics-table"> <tr><td>International HS Code</td><td>8708.99</td></tr> <tr><td>EAEU Customs Code (TN VED)</td><td>8708 99 970 9</td></tr> <tr><td>Country of Manufacture</td><td>China</td></tr> <tr><td>Material</td><td>Steel, powder-coated</td></tr> <tr><td>Maximum compatible wheel diameter</td><td>Up to 17 inches</td></tr> <tr><td>Mounting bolts</td><td>NOT included &#8212; M19 spare wheel bolts required, order separately</td></tr> <tr><td>Packaging</td><td>Individual boxed unit</td></tr> </table> <p style="font-size:12px;color:#888;margin-top:12px;font-style:italic">Spare wheel carrier brackets are classified under HS 8708.99. The VW Transporter T5 and T6 remain one of the best-selling commercial vans in Europe, with a large fleet and independent conversion/campervan operator market generating consistent aftermarket demand for this part. Confirm the 10-digit tariff subheading with your customs broker.</p> </div> </div> </div> <!-- BLOCK 4: COMPATIBILITY --> <div class="qf-block"> <div class="b-section"> <div class="b-header" onclick="qfToggle('b4')"> <div class="b-title">Vehicle Compatibility</div> <div class="b-chevron open" id="qf-chevron-b4">&#9650;</div> </div> <div class="b-body open" id="qf-body-b4"> <div class="qf-info-box"> <strong>One bracket part number covers all T5, T6, and T6.1 generations.</strong> Despite the significant product evolution from T5 (2003) to T6.1 (2020+), the underfloor spare wheel bracket mounting interface and wheel size compatibility remained consistent across all generations, and 7H0801903B is confirmed to fit all variants. The part number prefix 7H0 originates with the T5 (7H = T5 body series), but the bracket design was carried forward unchanged into the T6 and T6.1 programs, keeping the same OEM part number for all generations. </div> <table class="qf-compat-table"> <thead> <tr><th>Model</th><th>Generation / Years</th><th>Body codes</th><th>Notes</th></tr> </thead> <tbody> <tr><td>VW Transporter</td><td>T5 &#8212; 2003&#8211;2010</td><td>7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH</td><td>All engines and wheelbases. Confirm spare wheel carrier provision by VIN / PR code.</td></tr> <tr><td>VW Transporter</td><td>T5.1 (facelift) &#8212; 2010&#8211;2015</td><td>7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH</td><td>All engines and wheelbases. Same bracket specification.</td></tr> <tr><td>VW Transporter</td><td>T6 &#8212; 2015&#8211;2019</td><td>SGA, SGH</td><td>All engines and wheelbases. Unchanged bracket.</td></tr> <tr><td>VW Transporter</td><td>T6.1 &#8212; 2019+</td><td>SGF, SGM</td><td>All engines and wheelbases. Unchanged bracket.</td></tr> <tr><td>VW Caravelle</td><td>T5 / T6 / T6.1</td><td>As above</td><td>Passenger variant on same platform &#8212; confirm PR code for spare wheel carrier fitment.</td></tr> <tr><td>VW Multivan</td><td>T5 / T6 / T6.1</td><td>As above</td><td>Multivan variant on same platform &#8212; confirm PR code.</td></tr> <tr><td>VW California</td><td>T5 / T6 / T6.1</td><td>As above</td><td>Campervan variant &#8212; confirm PR code as some California builds delete the under-floor carrier.</td></tr> </tbody> </table> <p style="font-size:12px;color:#888;margin-top:10px;font-style:italic">Maximum compatible wheel diameter is 17 inches. Vehicles with 18" or larger wheels require a different bracket or custom mounting solution. Always confirm the existing wheel size before ordering. If the vehicle originally lacked an under-vehicle spare wheel system, a fabrication or welding job may be required to install the captive nut provisions in the chassis before this bracket can be fitted.</p> </div> </div> </div> <!-- BLOCK 5: INSTALLATION --> <div class="qf-block"> <div class="b-section"> <div class="b-header" onclick="qfToggle('b5')"> <div class="b-title">Installation Tips</div> <div class="b-chevron open" id="qf-chevron-b5">&#9650;</div> </div> <div class="b-body open" id="qf-body-b5"> <p class="qf-para" style="margin-bottom:14px">Difficulty: <strong>Easy to moderate.</strong> Bracket replacement on a vehicle with intact chassis captive nuts is straightforward and requires only basic hand tools. The challenge is typically removing the original seized bolts without damaging the captive nuts. Estimated time: 30&#8211;60 minutes for straightforward replacement, longer if bolts are seized. Working from below with the vehicle raised on a lift is recommended for comfortable access.</p> <div class="qf-warn-box"> <strong>&#9888; Mounting bolts are NOT included &#8212; two M19 spare wheel mounting bolts are required and must be ordered separately.</strong> The 7H0801903B bracket is supplied without fixing hardware. Two genuine VW spare wheel mounting bolts &#8212; matched to the T5/T6 captive nut specification &#8212; must be ordered separately. Using incorrect bolts risks inadequate thread engagement or incorrect clamping force. Always replace the bolts with new items when fitting a new bracket, regardless of the condition of the original bolts. Corroded bolts that have been removed from seized captive nuts should never be reused. </div> <ol class="qf-steps"> <li> <div class="qf-step-num">1</div> <div class="qf-step-text"><strong>Lower and remove the spare wheel from the vehicle.</strong> With the vehicle raised on a lift, support the spare wheel and remove both M19 bolts. If the bolts are seized, apply penetrating oil and allow to soak for 30&#8211;60 minutes before attempting removal. Use a breaker bar rather than an impact wrench on seized bolts to avoid shearing. If a bolt breaks, the broken stud must be extracted before proceeding.</div> </li> <li> <div class="qf-step-num">2</div> <div class="qf-step-text"><strong>Inspect the chassis captive weld-nuts after bracket removal.</strong> The two captive nuts are welded to the chassis understructure and are the only thread engagement for the mounting bolts. Check that both nuts are tight against the chassis and that no cracking or separation is visible at the weld points. Thread a known-good bolt by hand into each nut to confirm the thread is undamaged. If either nut is stripped or the weld has failed, the chassis requires repair before the new bracket is fitted.</div> </li> <li> <div class="qf-step-num">3</div> <div class="qf-step-text"><strong>Clean the chassis mounting faces</strong> with a wire brush and rust converter to remove surface corrosion. Apply a coat of wax-based underbody protectant to the chassis faces where the new bracket will contact. This slows future corrosion ingress between the bracket and chassis.</div> </li> <li> <div class="qf-step-num">4</div> <div class="qf-step-text"><strong>Position the new 7H0801903B bracket</strong> against the chassis and align the mounting holes. Fit the wheel cradle into the bracket in the correct orientation for the wheel size fitted. Insert the new M19 bolts and hand-tighten.</div> </li> <li> <div class="qf-step-num">5</div> <div class="qf-step-text"><strong>Apply anti-seize compound to the bolt threads</strong> before final tightening. This prevents the new bolts from seizing into the captive nuts during subsequent years of service, making future access significantly easier. Torque the bolts to the specified value &#8212; typically consistent with VW wheel bolt torque of <strong>120 Nm</strong> &#8212; confirm in VW Transporter workshop documentation for the specific generation.</div> </li> <li> <div class="qf-step-num">6</div> <div class="qf-step-text"><strong>Load the spare wheel into the cradle and wind the carrier to the raised position.</strong> Confirm the wheel is fully seated in the cradle and both bolts are tight. Lower the vehicle and visually confirm the spare wheel is flush with the chassis underfloor from behind the vehicle. Check the wheel is secure by attempting to pull it downward &#8212; there should be no movement.</div> </li> </ol> <div class="qf-tool-row"> <strong>Tools required:</strong> Vehicle lift; 19 mm socket and breaker bar (same as wheel lug bolts); penetrating oil (for seized original bolts); wire brush and rust converter; anti-seize compound; torque wrench; two new M19 spare wheel mounting bolts (order separately). </div> </div> </div> </div> <!-- BLOCK 6: FAQ --> <div class="qf-block"> <div class="b-section"> <div class="b-header" onclick="qfToggle('b6')"> <div class="b-title">Frequently Asked Questions</div> <div class="b-chevron open" id="qf-chevron-b6">&#9650;</div> </div> <div class="b-body open" id="qf-body-b6"> <div class="qf-faq-item"> <div class="qf-faq-q"><span class="qf-faq-q-icon">Q</span>Does 7H0801903B fit both the T5 and T6, and does the T6 part number differ?</div> <div class="qf-faq-a">Yes. Despite the T5 part number prefix (7H0), the 7H0801903B bracket is confirmed to fit VW Transporter T5 (2003&#8211;2015), T6 (2015&#8211;2019), and T6.1 (2019+). Volkswagen retained the same spare wheel bracket design and the same part number across all three generations of the Transporter. This is unusual for a 20-year production span but reflects that the chassis underfloor spare wheel mounting position was not changed between generations. There is no separate T6-specific bracket part number for this application.</div> </div> <div class="qf-faq-item"> <div class="qf-faq-q"><span class="qf-faq-q-icon">Q</span>Are the mounting bolts included, and where can they be sourced?</div> <div class="qf-faq-a">The mounting bolts are not included with the 7H0801903B bracket. Two genuine VW spare wheel mounting bolts specific to the T5/T6 spare wheel carrier are required to complete the installation. These are M19 bolts &#8212; the same thread size as the wheel lug bolts on the Transporter &#8212; but they are longer than standard wheel bolts to account for the distance between the carrier cradle and the captive nuts in the chassis. Always replace the mounting bolts with new units whenever the bracket is replaced &#8212; reusing corroded or previously-seized bolts risks thread stripping and inadequate clamping.</div> </div> <div class="qf-faq-item"> <div class="qf-faq-q"><span class="qf-faq-q-icon">Q</span>My T5 was not delivered with a spare wheel &#8212; can I fit this bracket as a retrofit?</div> <div class="qf-faq-a">Retrofitting the under-vehicle spare wheel system to a T5 that left the factory without it is possible but requires additional preparation work. The chassis floor must be inspected for the presence of pre-drilled mounting holes and captive weld-nuts &#8212; some variants without the spare wheel option still have these provisions in the chassis from the factory pressing, while others do not. If the captive nuts are absent, they must be installed by welding &#8212; a workshop job requiring chassis access and a MIG or spot welder. Once the captive nuts are in place, the 7H0801903B bracket is a straightforward bolt-on fit. Contact ok.parts with the vehicle VIN to confirm the chassis specification before ordering for retrofit applications.</div> </div> <div class="qf-faq-item"> <div class="qf-faq-q"><span class="qf-faq-q-icon">Q</span>Is white-label or custom branded packaging available for wholesale orders?</div> <div class="qf-faq-a">Yes. ok.parts supplies directly from the manufacturing facility and can accommodate neutral white-label packaging or branded packaging with your company logo, part numbers, and barcodes. The VW Transporter is one of the most popular commercial vans in Europe, and this bracket &#8212; covering all T5, T6, and T6.1 generations from 2003 to present &#8212; represents a broad-base aftermarket demand. Submit requirements through the inquiry form and our team will respond within 2 business days.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <!-- BLOCK 7: FREQUENTLY REPLACED TOGETHER --> <div class="qf-block"> <div class="b-section"> <div class="b-header" onclick="qfToggle('b7')"> <div class="b-title">Frequently Replaced Together</div> <div class="b-chevron open" id="qf-chevron-b7">&#9650;</div> </div> <div class="b-body open" id="qf-body-b7"> <table class="qf-frt-table"> <thead><tr><th>Part</th><th>Reference</th><th>Reason for Combined Replacement</th></tr></thead> <tbody> <tr> <td>Spare Wheel Carrier Mounting Bolts (x2)</td> <td>VW Transporter T5/T6 M19 spare wheel mounting bolts &#8212; confirm VW part number by generation</td> <td>The two M19 mounting bolts are the most critical consumable in the spare wheel carrier system and are not supplied with the 7H0801903B bracket. Whenever the bracket is replaced, both bolts must be renewed regardless of their apparent condition &#8212; a bolt that has been seized and then freed by penetrating oil and heat has experienced thread distortion and should not be reused in a safety-critical mounting application. Applying anti-seize compound to the new bolt threads at installation prevents the next removal from requiring the same level of force. Stock the mounting bolts alongside the bracket for complete kit supply to workshops.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Spare Wheel Cradle / Basket</td> <td>VW Transporter T5/T6 spare wheel cradle &#8212; confirm wheel size (15"/16"/17") and rim type</td> <td>The spare wheel cradle that sits within the bracket and directly contacts the wheel rim is a separate component from the angled bracket. On vehicles where the bracket has corroded to the point of replacement, the cradle is typically in a similar state of corrosion from the same road-salt exposure. Inspecting and replacing the cradle simultaneously with the bracket eliminates the need for a second access event in the near future. Confirm the cradle is compatible with the wheel size and rim type fitted to the vehicle before ordering.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Underbody Corrosion Protection / Wax Injection</td> <td>Workshop service &#8212; underbody wax or cavity wax treatment</td> <td>Bracket replacement is an opportunity to apply fresh underbody corrosion protection to the chassis faces and captive nut areas that were exposed during the repair. Many high-mileage T5 vans have depleted their original factory underbody coating in the chassis underfloor area. Applying a wax-based underbody protectant after bracket installation to all exposed chassis metalwork significantly extends the service life of the new bracket and surrounding chassis structure. This service is especially important for vans operating in road-salt environments or coastal areas.</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> </div> </div> <script> function qfToggle(id){ document.getElementById('qf-body-'+id).classList.toggle('open'); document.getElementById('qf-chevron-'+id).classList.toggle('open'); } </script>