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How to Dismantle the Dashboard of the Volkswagen Polo?

Model: Volkswagen Polo 6R, MK V, Polo 5, Polo V, MK 5 - Years: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Dashboard

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To dismantle the dashboard of the Volkswagen Polo, use a tool to lever off the trim that surrounds the central panel: this will allow you to unscrew the screws that secure the radio and the central control panel. These can be completely removed, and subsequently, you will be able to open the glove compartment and detach its internal pins to remove it as well.

Then, loosen the screws that secure the steering wheel airbag, removing it and then removing the steering wheel itself. At this point, you can detach the panel that covers the entire dashboard.


Updated on 28 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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