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Removing the Centre Console of a Volkswagen Golf 7

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Dashboard

In today's tutorial, you will learn how to remove the centre console of a seventh-generation Volkswagen Golf. First, get inside the car and remove the glove box cover and the plastic trim by detaching it by hand. Next, take out the glove box and disconnect the gear lever gaiter. Then, remove the Torx screws with a screwdriver to detach the other pieces. At this point, remove the side plastics by prying with something thin, and take off the centre console plastic by disconnecting the electrical connector found underneath.

Updated on 1 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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