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Removing and installing dash panel: VW Touran II

Step-by-step removing and installing dash panel for the VW Touran II: 47 steps, 32 torque figures. What to remove, what to tighten and to how many Nm.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

47 steps 32 torque figures torque figures merged from 24 documented variants

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Touran II (5T, 2015–)

  • Renewed: if necessary

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  • The help of a second mechanic is required to remove the dash panel.
  • Before installing, check all fasteners for damage and renew if necessary.

🔩 Torque settings

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

TorqueFastener / step
0.2 Nm (0.1 lb-ft)Remove 2 screws (1
1.2 Nm (0.9 lb-ft)Remove 2 screws (3
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Remove bolt (1
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Remove bolt (1) from dash panel (2
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Remove bolt (3
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Remove bolt (4) from dash panel (2
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Remove bolts (1), (2) and (3
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Remove bolts (2), (3) and (4) from dash panel (1
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Remove bolts (21) and (2
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Remove the two bolts (arrows
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Undo bolts (2) and (3) from dash panel (1
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Unscrew bolt (2) from dash panel (1) on both sides
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Unscrew bolt (5) from dash panel (2
1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)Unscrew two bolts (6) of centre air duct (1
3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)Remove bolts (3) and (4
3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)Remove screws (1), (2) and (3
3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)Remove screws (3) and (4
3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)Undo screw (1
3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)Undo screw (2
3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)Unscrew bolt (1
3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)Unscrew bolt (2
3.5 Nm (2.6 lb-ft)In centre area of dash panel, unbolt the two bolts (1
3.5 Nm (2.6 lb-ft)Unscrew bolt (1) behind dash panel insert
3.5 Nm (2.6 lb-ft)Unscrew bolt (3) from dash panel (1) on both sides
3.5 Nm (2.6 lb-ft)Unscrew bolts (2) and (3
3.5 Nm (2.6 lb-ft)Unscrew nut on left of dash panel (1
3.5 Nm (2.6 lb-ft)Unscrew nut on right of dash panel (1
8 Nm (5.9 lb-ft)⚠ Electrostatic discharges may result in unintentional triggering of airbag
8 Nm (5.9 lb-ft)Remove the two bolts (2
8 Nm (5.9 lb-ft)Unscrew bolts (4
9 Nm (6.6 lb-ft)Remove the two bolts (1
9 Nm (6.6 lb-ft)Undo bolt (3) from dash panel (1

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. Disconnect battery earth cable Electrical system 27. Battery; Disconnecting and connecting battery.
  2. Remove centre console (see the separate procedure).
  3. Remove dash panel end covers (see the separate procedure).
  4. Remove A-pillar gap covers (see the separate procedure).
  5. Remove upper A-pillar trims (see the separate procedure).
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  1. Remove glove compartment (see the separate procedure).
  2. Remove dash panel cover on driver side (see the separate procedure).
  3. Remove driver side airbag (see the separate procedure).
  4. Remove steering wheel Running gear, axles, steering 48. Steering wheel; Removing and installing steering wheel.
  5. Remove upper steering column trim (see the separate procedure).
  6. Remove lower steering column trim (see the separate procedure).
  7. Remove steering column electronics control unit J527Electrical system 94. Steering column switch module; Removing and installing steering column electronics control unit J527.
  8. Remove turn signal switch E2Electrical system 94. Steering column switch module; Removing and installing turn signal switch E2.
  9. Remove mounting frame for radio/navigation system (see the separate procedure).
  10. If fitted, remove control unit 1 for information electronics J794Communication 91. Infotainment system; Removing and installing control unit 1 for information electronics J794.
  11. Remove trim panels for dash panel on driver and front passenger side (see the separate procedure).
  12. Remove dash panel insertKX2Electrical system 90. Dash panel insert; Removing and installing dash panel insertKX2.
  13. Remove rotary light switchEX1Electrical system 96. Controls; Removing and installing rotary light switchEX1.
  14. Remove light switch trim (see the separate procedure).
  15. On vehicles with "“Climatronic”", remove sunlight penetration photosensor G107Heating, air conditioning system 87. Additional components for control and regulation; Removing and installing sunlight penetration photosensor G107.
  16. Unscrew bolts (1) and (3) securing shelf or mounting (3) on front passenger side.
  17. Remove shelf or mounting (3) from dash panel.
  18. Unscrew side bolt (1) securing dash panel (2) underneath on front passenger side.
  19. Unscrew 3 bolts (1) securing dash panel (2) in centre of vehicle.
  20. Unscrew bolt (1) securing dash panel (2) on front passenger side.
  21. Unscrew side bolt (1) securing dash panel (2) underneath on driver side.
  22. Unscrew side bolts (1) and (2) securing dash panel (3) near front passenger side.
  23. Unscrew side bolts (1) and (2) securing dash panel (3) near driver side.
  24. Unscrew bolt (2) securing dash panel (3) above steering column (1).
  25. Release connector lock (2) using small screwdriver (arrow).
  26. Disconnect connector (1) on front passenger side airbag igniter 1N131.
  27. If fitted, separate electrical connectors of left vent temperature sender G150 and right vent temperature sender G151. [Note: The help of a second mechanic is required to remove the dash panel.]
  28. Remove dash panel (3) from central dash panel tube (1) and 3 rubber grommets (2).
  29. Lay aside wiring harness on dash panel.
  30. If fitted, detach wiring harness from sunlight penetration photosensor G107 from dash panel.
  31. Carefully remove dash panel from vehicle interior and place it on a soft surface. [Note: Before installing, check all fasteners for damage and renew if necessary.]
  32. Check that 3 rubber grommets (2) are pressed onto respective brackets completely.
  33. With the aid of a 2nd mechanic, push dash panel (3) into 3 mountings (2) at transition to windscreen and central dash panel tube (1).
  34. Secure dash panel (3) above steering column (1) using bolt (2).
  35. Secure end of dash panel (3) in area of driver side using bolts (1) and (2).
  36. Secure end of dash panel (3) in area of driver side using bolts (1) and (2).
  37. Secure lower end of dash panel (2) on driver side using bolt (1).
  38. Secure dash panel (2) on front passenger side using bolt (1).
  39. Secure dash panel (2) in centre using 3 bolts (1).
  40. Secure lower end of dash panel (2) on front passenger side using bolt (1).
  41. Insert shelf or mounting (2) in dash panel on front passenger side.
  42. Secure shelf or mounting (2) in dash panel using bolts (1) and (3).

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.