Removing and installing rear shelf without roller sun blind, Passat CC 2009► and CC 2010► — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Passat CC (357, 2008–2012), VW Passat B6 (3C, 2005–2010)

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• When installing, ensure the locating element of the tie-down ring is inserted into the respective hole (arrow) in the body.

🔩 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 bench seat .
2. Remove seat bolster:
3. Remove C-pillar trim .
4. Fold open eye (3), open cap (1), unscrew bolt (2) (20 Nm), and remove tie-down ring (4) from rear shelf. [Note: When installing, ensure the locating element of the tie-down ring is inserted into the respective hole (arrow) in the body.] — 20 Nm (15 lb-ft)
5. Guide left and right seat belts (1) through the rear shelf (2).
6. Unclip rear shelf from its retainers by first lifting the shelf upwards (arrows A) then pull forwards (arrows B).
7. Install in reverse order of removal.

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