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Removing the Rear Hatch Panel on the Seat Leon

Model: Seat Leon 1P - Years 2005-2013
Part: Door trim panel

Below are the steps to remove and replace the rear door panel and how to repair the lock on the Seat Leon. First, open the boot lid and start unscrewing the fixing screws of the boot panel, prying at the sides to detach it; then unscrew the fixing screws of the hatch lock to remove it, disconnecting its electrical connector, as shown in the video. At this point, replace or repair the lock, reattaching the rear hatch panel at the sides!

Updated on 24 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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