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Guide to Removing the Rear Door Panel of the Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Part: Door trim panel

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Let’s discover how to remove the rear door panel of the Volkswagen Golf. First, open the rear door and start unscrewing the fastening screws located on the sides. Then, use a thin plastic lever to unclip and remove the door panel, disconnecting the handle cable and the electrical connector for the window switch, as shown in the video.

At this point, you will have access to the inside of the door, including the door lock and the window mechanism!


Updated on 11 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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