Removing and installing centre console, without armrest — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 138

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• An ashtray may be installed instead of a storage compartment (3), but the removal is identical.
• When installing, bolts must be installed in sequence (2), (3), (6), (4) and (5).

📋 Procedure

1. Switch off ignition.
2. Release selector cover from mountings.
3. Remove parking brake lever trim.
4. Remove lining mats (1) and (3).
5. Remove bolt (2).

6. Remove bolts (4).
7. Release extension from mountings.
8. If present, disconnect connector from "“AUX-IN”" socket.
9. Lever out extension (5) through opening in handbrake lever.
10. Release selector rod insulation (1) from centre console.
11. Remove bolts (2).
12. Remove storage compartment (3) from centre console.
13. Disconnect connectors, depending on vehicle equipment. [Note: An ashtray may be installed instead of a storage compartment (3), but the removal is identical.]
14. Using a small screwdriver, unclip cover (1) from trim.
15. Remove bolt (2).
16. Pull footwell trim on left and right (3) out of mountings.
17. Using removal wedge3409, unclip trims in area of fasteners (4) from centre console.
18. Remove lining mat (1) from cup holder.
19. Remove bolts (2) and (3).
20. Remove bolts (4) and (5).
21. Remove bolt (6). [Note: When installing, bolts must be installed in sequence (2), (3), (6), (4) and (5).]
22. Raise centre console in rear area.
23. Remove centre console from vehicle.

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