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Removing and installing two-way signal amplifier for mobile telephone/data services J984, Estate — VW

Removing and installing two-way signal amplifier for mobile telephone/data services J984, Estate on VW: 11 steps.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

11 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes AU1, BX5

📋 Procedure

  1. Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers.
  2. Remove ignition key, if inserted.
  3. Remove right luggage compartment side trim just enough so that the two-way signal amplifier for mobile telephone/data services J984 is accessible General body repairs, interior70Luggage compartment trims; Removing and installing luggage compartment side trim.
  4. Cut any installed cable ties on bracket (3).
  5. Press fasteners (2) and (5) in direction of arrows (A) and (B), respectively.
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  1. Remove two-way signal amplifier for mobile telephone/data services J984(1) from bracket.
  2. Release and disconnect connector (4) on two-way signal amplifier for mobile telephone/data services J984(1).
  3. Remove bolts (2).
  4. Remove bracket for two-way signal amplifier for mobile telephone/data services J984(1) from sidewall.
  5. If fitted, release and disconnect any connectors on remote control receiver for auxiliary heater R64(3).
  6. If fitted, remove remote control receiver for auxiliary heater R64 from bracket for two-way signal amplifier for mobile telephone/data services J984.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.