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Removing the Door Panel from Volkswagen Beetle

Model: Volkswagen Maggiolino MK 1 - Years: 1938, 1939, 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, 1946, 1947, 1948, 1949
Part: Door trim panel

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To remove the door panel from an old Volkswagen Beetle (first model), follow these steps. To start the job, remove the window winder by unscrewing the central screw as shown in the video.

At this point, you can proceed to remove the plastic cover of the internal door handle. Use a suitable tool (such as a flat screwdriver or, preferably, a plastic trim tool) to extract the door panel: work slowly and pull a small portion of the panel at a time to avoid damaging it. Continue in reverse order for reassembly.


Updated on 30 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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