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How to Remove the Front Door Panel on the Volkswagen Passat?

Model: Volkswagen Passat B7 - Years: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Door trim panel

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In this tutorial, you will see how to remove the front door panel on the Volkswagen Passat, a very simple and quick operation. First, open the door you will be working on, then locate the two plastic bolts on the lower edge and, using a 10mm socket, turn them ninety degrees counterclockwise.

Next, carefully unclip the handle cover preferably with a plastic spatula, unscrew the screws just released with a Torx T30 key, and separate the panel from the door. At this point, simply disconnect both the lock cable and the window regulator connector.


Posted on 30 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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