Body interior · Trim, insulation · Interior trims
Removing and installing C-pillar trim
⇒ 5.6.1 Removing and installing C-pillar trim, 2-door models
⇒ 5.6.2 Removing and installing C-pillar trim, 4-door models
5.6.1 Removing and installing C-pillar trim, 2-door models
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Torque wrench - V.A.G 1331-
- 6C 2014–2017 Torque wrench - V.A.G 1783-
Removing
- Remove bench seat ⇒ 2.1 Removing and installing bench seat / individual seats.
- Remove backrest ⇒ 2.2 Removing and installing rear seat backrest.
- Release sill panel moulding from fasteners in sill at transition to side panel.
- Remove side trim panel ⇒ 5.7 Removing and installing side trim panel.
- Remove roof end strip ⇒ 7.1 Removing and installing roof end strip.
- Unscrew 2 bolts -1- and -2- (1.5 Nm) for luggage compartment cover which are located behind C-pillar trim.
- Unclip side of luggage compartment cover in upper area.
- Unclip C-pillar trim -1- in lower, rear area -arrow-.
- Unclip C-pillar trim in lower, front area.
- Unclip C-pillar trim in upper area.
- Remove bolt -1- (40 Nm) and remove belt end anchor -2- from body.
- Thread seat belt through opening in C-pillar trim.
Installing
- Install in reverse order of removal.
- Ensure that trim is positioned in beading of rear lid seal.
5.6.2 Removing and installing C-pillar trim, 4-door models
Only what differs from the procedure above; everything else is as above.
Removing
- Removing lock carrier cover ⇒ 6.3 Removing and installing lock carrier trim.
- Remove wheel housing trim ⇒ 5.8 Removing and installing wheel housing trims.
- Removing side support for luggage compartment cover ⇒ 6.4 Removing and installing rear shelf support.
- Pull C-pillar trim out of body opening in upper, front area.
