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Dismantling the Rear Hatch Panel of the Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 5, MK 5, Golf V - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Part: Door trim panel

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This guide will show you how to dismantle the trim or panel of the rear hatch of the Volkswagen Golf. First, open the rear hatch of the boot and start unscrewing the fixing screws found on the panel; then, pry at the sides to detach and remove it, as shown in the video.

At this point, you will have access to the boot lock and the rear wiper motor; replace any faulty components with new ones if necessary, and finally reassemble the hatch panel!


Updated on 24 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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