Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing door trim Special tools and workshop equipment required

t  Removing wedge -3409-

t  Wedges -T10383-

t  Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783-   Note Removal and installation are illustrated for the left vehicle side. The right side of the vehicle is analogous. Removing –  Switch off ignition.

–  Unclip cover caps -2- and unscrew bolts -1- (4.5 Nm).

–	Release retaining clip -1- by turning through 90° -arrows-.

–  Retaining clip -1- is released.

Caution When the door trim is separated, there is a risk that fastening elements may be damaged. To avoid this, always follow the specified order and positions of clips when removing the door trim.

–	Release door trim from clip connections -1-. Use wedges -T10383- to do this.

–	Release door from retaining clip -2- by sliding in direction of travel -arrow-.

–  Remove door trim from door.

–  Unhook Bowden cable -1- from interior door handle on inside of door trim. Installing   Note Before installing, check fasteners for damage and renew if necessary.

Caution Before installing door trim, ensure that the locking mechanisms of all clips are in -position 1-. It is not possible to install the door trim without problem if clips are in -position 2-!

–  Install in reverse order of removal.   Note t  When fitting the door trim, the first step is to engage the retaining lug in the retaining clip at the rear of the door trim. t  Always fit cover for door trim screw attachment with slot facing upwards.