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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing D-pillar trim

Using removal lever -80-200-, this page covers removing the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 estate D-pillar trim on the left side (right is similar) — starting with the roof end strip.

  Note
Removal and installation are described for the left vehicle side. Follow same instructions for the right side as appropriate.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
   
   

Removal lever -80 - 200
Removal lever -80 - 200

Removing
–  Remove roof end strip → Chapter.
–  Release D-pillar trim -1- in area of retaining clips -2- from body mountings using removal lever -80 - 200-.
–  Release D-pillar trim -1- from luggage compartment side trim.
–  Unclip D-pillar trim from retaining clips -3-.
–  Pull D-pillar trim -1- downwards out of moulded headliner -arrow-, and remove it.
Installing
  Note
  •   Before installing, check all fasteners for damage and renew if necessary.
  •   Remove any retaining clips -2- left in body mountings using removal tool -T40280- and fit them in D-pillar trim for installation.
  •   Following installation, ensure that the D-pillar trim is positioned in rear lid seal beading.
Installation is carried out in reverse order.

    Questions & answers

    Removing and installing D-pillar trim — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    How do I remove the Golf Mk7 D-pillar trim (estate)?
    Left side described. Unclip and remove. Only the estate has D-pillars — hatchback models do not have this trim.
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