Removing and installing centre console, centre console with armrest — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Polo 6C (2014–2017)

🔩 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. Release gear lever gaiter or selector cover from mountings 34Selector mechanism; Assembly overview – gear knob and cover.
2. Remove parking brake lever trim Brake system46Parking brake; Assembly overview - parking brake lever.
3. Remove hand brake cover .
4. Remove mounting frame for radio/navigation system .
5. Remove trim for operating and display unit .

6. Removing rear cup holder .
7. Removing arm rest .
8. Remove centre console cover .
9. Remove cover (1) from centre console.
10. Unscrew lateral bolts (1) and (2) (1.5 Nm). — 1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)
11. Unscrew bolts (3) (1.5 Nm). — 1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)
12. Release lateral Velcro straps (1).
13. Unscrew bolt (1) (1.5 Nm). — 1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)
14. Swing centre console (1) upwards (arrow) and, depending on vehicle equipment, separate wiring harnesses.
15. Install in reverse order of removal.

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