Removing and installing trim strip — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 5C7, 5C1

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• If only the centre trim strip (1) is to be removed, the side panel trims do not need to be removed.The convertible top does not need to be removed. However, for better clarity it is not illustrated.

📋 Procedure

1. Undo and remove bolts (4) at front and rear of door.
2. Protect painted surfaces with adhesive tape to prevent damage.
3. Heat adhesive tape on the corresponding trim strip (1) or (2) with hot air blowerV.A.G 1416.
4. Push wedges T10383 between body and corresponding trim strip (1) or (2) and lever off trim strip.
5. Follow installation instructions .

6. Pull off protective film from adhesive tapes (6).
7. Fit trim strip (1) or (2) with clips (3) into grommets (4).
8. Press trim strip (1) or (2) into grommets (4).
9. Press on trim strip forcefully in area of adhesive tape sections (6).
10. Screw in bolts (5) at front and rear of door and tighten firmly.
11. Remove left and right side panel trims General body repairs, interior70Trims, interior; Removing and installing side panel trim. [Note: If only the centre trim strip (1) is to be removed, the side panel trims do not need to be removed.The convertible top does not need to be removed. However, for better clarity it is not illustrated.]
12. Detach clips (3) from trim strips (1) and (2).
13. If necessary, detach rubber clips (4) from trim strip (2).
14. Detach trim strips (1) and (4) together from flange (2) until the trim strips can be pulled apart.
15. Pull shaped rubber element of trim strip (1) off intermediate plate (3).
16. Join ends trim strips (1) and (4) together.
17. Fit trim strips onto flange (2) and intermediate plate (3).
18. Install left and right side panel trims General body repairs, interior70Trims, interior; Removing and installing side panel trim.

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