Removing and installing handle with holder (easy-entry) — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 137

🔩 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. ⚠ Observe the general safety regulations when working on airbag, belt tensioner and battery isolator units (pyrotechnic components) — Attach seat repair standVAS 6136 to engine and gearbox supportVAS 6095.
2. Remove front seat .
3. Secure seat to seat repair standVAS 6136.
4. Remove front belt buckle .
5. Remove trim on tunnel side .

6. Remove backrest adjuster wheel on models with manual adjustment
7. Remove seat height adjustment handle on models with manual adjustment
8. Remove trim on sill side:
9. Remove backrest:
10. Remove trim for easy-entry:
11. Remove cover and padding from front seat backrest .
12. Remove interconnecting Bowden cable .
13. Push holder (arrow) forwards to stop and hold in this position.
14. Unscrew bolt (1) (3.5 Nm). — 3.5 Nm (2.6 lb-ft)
15. Remove handle with holder (2) from backrest frame.
16. Release tabs (arrows A) (Qty. 2) on easy-entry support plate for this.
17. Install in reverse order of removal.

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