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Removing the Glove Compartment on the Volkswagen Passat B5.5

Model: Volkswagen Passat 3BG, B5 - Years: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Glove compartment

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In this video, you will see how to remove the passenger side glove compartment on the Volkswagen Passat B5.5, following these simple and quick steps. First, get into the car and open the glove compartment; then unscrew all the screws located on the sides using a Torx screwdriver.

Now unclip and gently remove the glove compartment, as shown in the video; disconnect the electrical cable or the entire bulb housing. Finally, reassemble everything by applying the reverse procedure of disassembly!


Updated on 24 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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