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How to Remove the Driver's Door Panel on the Volkswagen Tiguan

Model: Volkswagen Tiguan 5N, MK 1 - Years 2007-2016
Part: Door trim panel

In this tutorial, you will see how to remove the driver's door panel on the Volkswagen Tiguan, a very simple and quick operation. First, go inside the cabin, then using a plastic spatula, pry off the cover of the handle. Next, unscrew the two screws just revealed with a Torx T30 key, then proceed with the additional two screws located on the lower edge and lever with the spatula along the joint of the panel. Once completely separated, disconnect both the lock cable and the various connectors, and fit the replacement if necessary.

Updated on 10 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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