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How to Dismantle the Air Vents (Centre Dashboard) on a Volkswagen Passat

Model: Volkswagen Passat 3BG, B5 - Years 1996-2005
Part: Air vents

Let’s see how to dismantle the air vents (centre dashboard) on a Volkswagen Passat. Use multiple levers to remove the vents: lever at the top and bottom with the levers (as shown in the video), detach the air vents and pull them out from the dashboard. Once you have pulled the vents outwards: disconnect the two power connectors (as shown in the video) and remove the piece. Prepare to carry out maintenance inside the dashboard and then start fitting the new air vents; connect the connectors and secure everything.

Updated on 5 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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