Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

Removing the Centre Console of a Volkswagen Golf Mk4

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Center console tunnel

See other generations:
Video tutorial

In today's tutorial, you will learn how to remove the centre console of a fourth-generation Volkswagen Golf. First, get inside the vehicle and remove the ashtray from the centre console, located at the rear; then, remove the Torx screws found underneath and the additional screws on the sides.

At this point, you can take off the plastic cover of the centre console by disconnecting the electrical connector located underneath.

Now, remove the gear lever gaiter by unfastening it, and take out the screws found under the ashtray: finally, remove the side screws to take off the entire plastic assembly.


Updated on 4 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

How to disassemble the central tunnel of the Volkswagen Golf
How to disassemble the central tunnel of the Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf (2003-2008 / Golf 5, MK 5, Golf V) In this guide we will see the instructions that will allow us to disassemble and replace the central tunnel of the Volkswagen Golf. First of all, we …
How to Remove the Centre Console of the Volkswagen Golf
How to Remove the Centre Console of the Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf (2008-2012 / Golf 6, MK 6, 5K1, Golf VI) To remove the centre console of the Volkswagen Golf, open the glove compartment located at the rear of the centre console by lifting the armrest. Onc…
Removing the Gear Knob from a VW Golf 5
Removing the Gear Knob from a VW Golf 5
Volkswagen Golf (2003-2008 / Golf 5, MK 5, Golf V) Removing the damaged gear knob from a VW Golf 5. Remove the knob and replace it with a new one. Take off the leather gaiter frame located above the c…

How to Open the Bonnet on the Mitsubishi L200?

In this tutorial, you will see how to open the bonnet on the Mitsubishi L200, a very simple operation that follows the standard procedure. First, open the vehicle and go to the driver's side, then locate the lever at the lower outer area, just in front of the pedals, and pull it. Next, position yourself in front of the bonnet, locate the second lever above the Mitsubishi logo, and push it to the right, releasing the latch. At this point, you can fully lift the bonnet and secure it with the prop rod.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos