Removing and installing dash panel vents: VW Sharan II / SEAT Alhambra

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Sharan II / SEAT Alhambra (7N, 2010–)

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• The removal is described for the right side. The removal of the left side is analogous.

🔩 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. Using removal wedge3409, detach side window vent (2) at positons shown, and remove it from dash panel (1).
2. Clip side window vent into dash panel.
3. Remove side dash panel cover, passenger's side .
4. Removing and installing trim for heating and air-conditioning control system .
5. Removing and installing trim strip with integrated warning light switch E3.

6. Remove dash panel compartment, centre .
7. Remove vent trim, dash panel .
8. Remove dash panel compartment, centre
9. Loosen bolts (1.5 Nm) (1) of centre vent (2). — 1.5 Nm (1.1 lb-ft)
10. Using removal wedge3409, unclip centre vent (1) at positons shown (arrows), and remove it from dash panel (2).
11. Clip centre vent into dash panel, and tighten bolts.
12. Further installation is performed in the reverse order of removal. [Note: The removal is described for the right side. The removal of the left side is analogous.]
13. Remove dash panel end cover on front passenger side .
14. Disconnect connector from vent temperature sender (3).
15. Turn vent temperature sender (2) 90° in (direction of arrow), and pull it out of air duct (1).
16. Using removal wedge3409, unclip side vent (2) at positions shown (arrows).
17. Pull side vent (2) out of dash panel (1).
18. Clip side vent into dash panel.
19. Further installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

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