Removing and installing air duct/connecting piece for side vent — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 5C7, 5C1

• Renewed: as necessary

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• Before installing, check all securing elements for damage and replace as necessary.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove dash panel General body repair, interior70.
2. Place dash panel down on a padded surface.
3. Remove bolts (3) (1.5 Nm). — 1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)
4. Remove air duct (1) and (2) from vent intermediate piece.
5. Install dash panel General body repairs, interior70Trims, insulation. [Note: Before installing, check all securing elements for damage and replace as necessary.]

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