Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing side trim panel
Note
| Removal and installation are described for the left
vehicle side. Follow same instructions for the right side as
appropriate. |
| Special tools and workshop equipment
required |
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Wedges -T10383 |
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Remove rear seat backrest
→ Chapter. |
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Remove sill strip
→ Chapter. |
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Unclip side trim panel -1- from upper
B-pillar trim and C-pillar trim -2-. |
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Starting at front, release side trim panel -1-
in area of clips from body mountings -arrows-
using wedge -T10383-. |
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If fitted, disconnect connector on button for deactivating interior
monitoring and vehicle inclination sensor -E616- and remove side trim
panel -1-. |
Note
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Before installing, check all fasteners for damage and
renew if necessary. |
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Following installation, ensure that the side trim
panel is positioned in the door seal beading. |
| Install in reverse order, but note the following: |
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Insert retaining clips into side trim panel. |
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Caution
| Before installing side trim panel, ensure that the locking
mechanisms of all clips are in
-position 1-. |
| It is not possible to install the side panel trim without
problem if clips are in -position 2-. |
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Note
Removal and installation are described for the left vehicle
side. Follow same instructions for the right side as
appropriate.
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Note
Removal and installation are described for the left
vehicle side. Follow same instructions for the right side as
appropriate.
...
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First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
Electromechanical steering not functioning.
The steering should be checked by a qualified workshop
as soon as possible.
...
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Note
Pay attention to correct part number of metering pump -V54-
(different versions)
→ Electronic Parts Catalogue.
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Note
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First read and observe the introductory information
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infrared radiation. There is a non-coated area above the interior ...
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