Removing and installing front door trim (2-door vehicles): VW Golf V / Jetta / Golf VI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf V / Jetta (1K, 2003–2009), VW Golf VI (5K, 2008–2013)

• Renewed: if necessary

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• Before installing, check securing clips for damage and renew if necessary.

🔩 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. Switch off ignition.
2. Detach decorative trim (1) from door trim using wedge T10383/1.
3. Remove bolts (1) and (2) (4.5 Nm). — 4.5 Nm (3.3 lb-ft)
4. Remove bolt (1) on underside (4.5 Nm). — 4.5 Nm (3.3 lb-ft)
5. ⚠ When the door trim is separated, there is a risk that fastening elements may be damaged. To avoid this, always follow the specified order and positions of clips when removing the door trim. — Release door trim from clips in (specified sequence) using wedges T10383.

6. Pull door trim upwards vertically out of window slot.
7. Now unhook Bowden cable (1) from interior door handle on inside of door trim.
8. Depending on vehicle equipment, disconnect wiring harnesses from door trim.
9. Install in reverse order of removal. [Note: Before installing, check securing clips for damage and renew if necessary.]

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