Removing and installing dash panel insertK — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Passat B7 saloon (362, 2010–2014), VW Passat B7 Variant (365, 2010–2014)

• Special tools named: locking bar

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• There is no need to remove the steering wheel.

📋 Procedure

1. Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers.
2. Disengage ignition key out in position 0 (forward notch).
3. Remove dash panel end trim on driver side General body repairs, interior68Compartments/covers; Removing and installing dash panel end trim on driver side.
4. Remove dash panel insert trim General body repairs, interior68Compartments/covers; Removing and installing dash panel insert gap cover. [Note: There is no need to remove the steering wheel.]
5. Remove securing screws (arrows) of dash panel.

6. Pull dash panel insert backwards straight out of dash panel, taking connected wiring length into consideration.
7. Swing locking bar (1) in (direction of arrow) and pull off connector (2).
8. Remove dash panel insert from vehicle.
9. Following installation, check functions of dash panel insert.
10. Resetting service interval display in "“Maintenance Manual”"Description of work
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