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Dismantling the Window Switch Panel and Mirror Adjustment on Volkswagen Golf 6

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 6, Golf VI, Golf 6, 5K1 - Years 2008-2012
Part: Power window switch

In this video tutorial, we will see how to dismantle the window switch panel and the external mirror adjustment on a Volkswagen Golf Mk6 by following these simple steps. First, open the front door and remove the screws found on the door panel; once all the screws are removed, you can take off the panel by disconnecting the handle cable and the electric connector for the window lifters. At this point, use something thin, like a flat screwdriver, to pry and release the clips of the overhead light and remove it, as shown in the video!

Updated on 5 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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