Removing and installing handbrake lever boot — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 5C7, 5C1

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• Before installing, make sure that the handbrake lever trim is facing in the right direction!

📋 Procedure

1. Unclip handbrake lever trim (1) at front (arrow).
2. Apply handbrake.
3. Turn up trim (1) on handbrake lever (2) and pull it over the handle.
4. Using removal wedge3409, carefully unclip handbrake lever trim (1) from handle (arrow) and pull it off.
5. Fit puller T10055(1) on sides of handle (2).

6. Pull handle (2) off handbrake lever (3) using puller T10055.
7. ⚠ Re-use of the handle for the handbrake lever is not permissible. — Apply handbrake. [Note: Before installing, make sure that the handbrake lever trim is facing in the right direction!]
8. Protect handle (2) against damage with adhesive tape.
9. Drive handle (2) onto handbrake lever (3).
10. To do this, use assembly tool T10488(1).
11. Carefully drive handle onto handbrake lever (1) until dimension (a) has been attained.
12. Remove adhesive tape.
13. Pull handbrake lever trim (1) over handle.
14. Insert handbrake lever trim (1) into groove (arrow A) of handle.
15. Insert handbrake lever trim (1) into centre console and clip it in at front (arrow B).

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