Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing trim for locking mechanism
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Removal wedge -3409- |
 Note
| The aid of a second mechanic is recommended on account of
restricted space in the area of the “trim for locking
mechanism”. |
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Remove respective rear head restraint
→ Chapter. |
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Using a screwdriver, detach beading strip on sides and on
top of backrest cover in area of trim from backrest. |
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Using removal wedge -3409-, carefully push cover next to
trim -2- outwards. |
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Using a light, determine position of respective locking tab
-1-. |
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Using hook -T10538-, carefully bend respective locking tab
-1- outwards. |
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After both locking tabs -1-
have been bent outwards, pull trim upwards
-arrow-, and remove it.
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| Install in reverse order, but note the following: |
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After the trim has been installed, the locking mechanism
must work smoothly. |
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331
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Removing and installing rear seat backrest
Removing and installing locking mechanism for rear seat backrest