Removing and installing interface for entry and start system J965 — VW
Removing and installing interface for entry and start system J965 on VW: 11 steps. What to remove, in what order, and what to check after.
Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.
🧭 Before you start
Fits: VW Passat B8 (3G, 2014–)
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- Ensure that bracket for interface for entry and start system J965 engages audibly.
- Ensure that interface for entry and start system J965 engages audibly in bracket.
📋 Procedure
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- Press bracket (2) of interface for entry and start authorisation system J965(1) at top in direction of arrow (A).
- Remove interface for entry and start authorisation system J965(1) from bracket (2) in direction of arrow (B).
- Disconnect electrical connector (3).
- Press locking detent (1) to disconnect connector.
- Swing retainer in (direction of arrow) and pull off connector.
- Lever off catch (1) in direction of (arrow A). If necessary, use a small screwdriver for this purpose.
- Remove bracket (2) from support (3) in direction of arrow (B).
- Ensure that bracket for interface for entry and start system J965 engages audibly.
- Ensure that interface for entry and start system J965 engages audibly in bracket.
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