Removing and installing left dash panel cover on driver side — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 5C7, 5C1

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• Before installing, all securing elements must be checked for damage. Damaged parts must be replaced.

🔩 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. Remove dash panel end cover on driver side .
3. Remove trim of dash panel insert .
4. Remove dash panel vent on driver side .
5. Push rotary light switch forwards, turn clockwise until vertical, then pull out and detach wiring harness.

6. Remove bolts (2).
7. Release dash panel cover on driver side (1) from dash panel.
8. When doing so, disconnect wiring harness from headlight range control regulator E102.
9. Install in reverse order of removal. [Note: Before installing, all securing elements must be checked for damage. Damaged parts must be replaced.]

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