Removing and installing rear footwell vent: VW Golf VII Variant / Golf VII

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf VII Variant (BA), VW Golf VII (5G, 2012–2020)

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• A loose cable clip or damaged seal can lead to flow noise.

🔩 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. Remove the sill panel moulding General body repairs, interior70Passenger compartment trim panels; Removing and installing sill panel moulding.
2. Remove the front seat General body repairs, interior72Front seats; Removing and installing front seat.
3. Remove centre console General body repairs, interior68Centre console; Removing and installing centre console.
4. Lift the floor covering in the area of the vent.
5. Prise off the cable clip (3).
6. Lift up the rear footwell vent (1)(arrows B), detach from the heater and air conditioning unit (2)(arrow A) and take out to the side.
7. Check the cable clip (1) for damage before pressing on at the footwell vent (2). [Note: A loose cable clip or damaged seal can lead to flow noise.]

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