my-gti.com » Interior Trim http://www.my-gti.com Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:32:29 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Fitting GTI stainless steel seat inserts to the Volkswagen Golf GTI http://www.my-gti.com/2423/fitting-gti-stainless-steel-seat-inserts-to-the-volkswagen-golf-gti http://www.my-gti.com/2423/fitting-gti-stainless-steel-seat-inserts-to-the-volkswagen-golf-gti#comments Wed, 26 May 2010 12:04:25 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2423 Volksagen Golf GTI stainless steel seat inserts are available on ebay for around USD$25 for a set of two (search for “gti insert” or similar).

Fitting is easy, twist them slightly to make them sit flush in the handle, clean out the insert position in the handle with a suitable cleaner and apply some clear silicone [...]]]> volkswagen_golf_gti_seat_inserts_stainless_steel_010Volksagen Golf GTI stainless steel seat inserts are available on ebay for around USD$25 for a set of two (search for “gti insert” or similar).

Fitting is easy, twist them slightly to make them sit flush in the handle, clean out the insert position in the handle with a suitable cleaner and apply some clear silicone (sparingly) to the rear of the badge.

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2423/fitting-gti-stainless-steel-seat-inserts-to-the-volkswagen-golf-gti/feed 3 Fitting the OSIR O-Rest Volkswagen Golf GTI RHD dead pedal/footrest http://www.my-gti.com/2416/fitting-the-osir-o-rest-volkswagen-golf-gti-rhd-dead-pedalfootrest http://www.my-gti.com/2416/fitting-the-osir-o-rest-volkswagen-golf-gti-rhd-dead-pedalfootrest#comments Tue, 25 May 2010 15:12:21 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2416 The RHD Volkswagen Golf GTI has a plain plastic dead pedal/footrest unlike the LHD models that get a stainless steel one to match the pedals. OSIR have a footrest that fits the Mark V and Mark VI GTI’s available for under USD$80 and is easily fitted with double sided tape to bulk out the rear [...]]]> The RHD Volkswagen Golf GTI has a plain plastic dead pedal/footrest unlike the LHD models that get a stainless steel one to match the pedals. OSIR have a footrest that fits the Mark V and Mark VI GTI’s available for under USD$80 and is easily fitted with double sided tape to bulk out the rear and three screws into the soft plastic.

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2416/fitting-the-osir-o-rest-volkswagen-golf-gti-rhd-dead-pedalfootrest/feed 0 Covering the exposed wires on the accelerator pedal – Volkswagen Golf – Jetta – Passat – GTI http://www.my-gti.com/2362/covering-the-exposed-wires-on-the-accelerator-pedal-volkswagen-golf-jetta-passat-gti http://www.my-gti.com/2362/covering-the-exposed-wires-on-the-accelerator-pedal-volkswagen-golf-jetta-passat-gti#comments Mon, 24 May 2010 12:50:43 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2362 Exposed wires on the accelerator pedal are an easy fix, all that’s required is some Fabric Adhesive Tape for wiring looms and harnesses.

You can disconnect the connector or fit the tape whilst still connected.

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You can disconnect the connector or fit the tape whilst still connected.

Volkswagen Golf Accelerator Pedal Before

Volkswagen Golf Accelerator Pedal Before

Volkswagen Golf Accelerator Pedal After

Volkswagen Golf Accelerator Pedal After

]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2362/covering-the-exposed-wires-on-the-accelerator-pedal-volkswagen-golf-jetta-passat-gti/feed 0 Volkswagen Golf footwell cover drivers side – Removal and Installation http://www.my-gti.com/2315/volkswagen-golf-footwell-cover-drivers-side-removal-and-installation http://www.my-gti.com/2315/volkswagen-golf-footwell-cover-drivers-side-removal-and-installation#comments Sat, 08 May 2010 14:14:57 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2315

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  • Remove the two bolts (1) – 1.5 Nm
  • Detach cover from mountings and disconnect wiring harness from footwell light
  • Operate the two locking devices (arrows) and pull the diagnostic connector out of the cover.

Installation

  • Install in reverse order of the removal process.

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2315/volkswagen-golf-footwell-cover-drivers-side-removal-and-installation/feed 1 Volkswagen Golf A-Pillar Trims – Removal and Installation http://www.my-gti.com/1867/volkswagen-golf-a-pillar-trims-%e2%80%93-removal-and-installation http://www.my-gti.com/1867/volkswagen-golf-a-pillar-trims-%e2%80%93-removal-and-installation#comments Sat, 20 Feb 2010 13:10:23 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=1867 Info to be posted soon.

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/1867/volkswagen-golf-a-pillar-trims-%e2%80%93-removal-and-installation/feed 3 Knocking noise from retaining band on luggage compartment cover http://www.my-gti.com/1751/knocking-noise-from-retaining-band-on-luggage-compartment-cover http://www.my-gti.com/1751/knocking-noise-from-retaining-band-on-luggage-compartment-cover#comments Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:52:06 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=1751 The luggage compartment cover has two retaining bands to hold this up when the rear hatch is lifted. On the end of the retaining bands are round rubber balls that drop when the hatch is closed and keep the string taut. Under certain driving conditions the balls swing and knock against the plastic on the [...]]]> The luggage compartment cover has two retaining bands to hold this up when the rear hatch is lifted. On the end of the retaining bands are round rubber balls that drop when the hatch is closed and keep the string taut. Under certain driving conditions the balls swing and knock against the plastic on the rear hatch.

This fix covers the two types of rear parcel shelf and costs under AUD$10 requiring only one simple parts that are required from any office supply store or from ebay (under AUD$10 for 2-5 delivered).

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Retractable ID Card Holder with metal belt clip and clip. 2 required.

Solution 1 – Net installed under luggage cover

Fit the retractable ID card holder as shown by clipping the card holder around the ball that is hanging and the belt clip to the net.

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The ball should be hanging as shown.

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The clip should be fitted as shown.

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With the luggage cover down with the hatch shut the ball will be hanging just under the luggage cover.

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Solution 2 – No Net installed under luggage cover

Fit the retractable ID card holder as shown by clipping the card holder around the ball that is hanging and the belt clip to the rear of the parcel shelf and pushing it fully on.

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The ball should be hanging as shown.

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The clip should be fitted as shown.

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With the luggage cover down with the hatch shut the ball will be hanging just under the luggage cover.

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/1751/knocking-noise-from-retaining-band-on-luggage-compartment-cover/feed 3 Trim Removal Tools http://www.my-gti.com/1656/trim-removal-tools http://www.my-gti.com/1656/trim-removal-tools#comments Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:47:46 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=1656

The 5 piece trim kit includes all the tools required to safely remove most of the trim.

Wide edge remover Narrow edge remover Pull-type remover Handle remover Upholstery clip remover

These are available from ebay for ~USD$10-15 or from ECS Tuning for under USD$10.

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The 5 piece trim kit includes all the tools required to safely remove most of the trim.

  • Wide edge remover
  • Narrow edge remover
  • Pull-type remover
  • Handle remover
  • Upholstery clip remover

These are available from ebay for ~USD$10-15 or from ECS Tuning for under USD$10.

]]> http://www.my-gti.com/1656/trim-removal-tools/feed 6 Volkswagen Golf Centre Dash Panel Trim – Removal and Installation http://www.my-gti.com/1481/volkswagen-golf-centre-dash-panel-trim-%e2%80%93-removal-and-installation http://www.my-gti.com/1481/volkswagen-golf-centre-dash-panel-trim-%e2%80%93-removal-and-installation#comments Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:37:53 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=1481 Removal

Remove dash panel centre vent. Remove the two bolts -1- (1.5 Nm). Using removal wedge -3409- lever trim, in area of fasteners, out of mountings in dash panel. Remove dash panel centre vent. Remove the two bolts -1- (1.5 Nm). Using removal wedge -3409- lever trim, in area of fasteners, out of mountings in dash panel. Installation Installation is carried out in [...]]]> vw_golf_centre_dash_panel_trim_removal_and_insallation_N68-10052Removal

Remove dash panel centre vent.
Remove the two bolts -1- (1.5 Nm).
Using removal wedge -3409- lever trim, in area of fasteners, out of mountings in dash panel.
  • Remove dash panel centre vent.
  • Remove the two bolts -1- (1.5 Nm).
  • Using removal wedge -3409- lever trim, in area of fasteners, out of mountings in dash panel.
Installation
  • Installation is carried out in reverse order of removal.
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Switch off ignition. –   Using wedge -3409-, lever sun light sensor -1- out of mounting in indirect ventilation system -2-. –   Disconnect wiring harness from photo sensor. –   Remove bolt -3- (1.5 Nm). Switch off ignition. Using wedge -3409-, lever sun light sensor -1- out of mounting in indirect ventilation system -2-. Disconnect wiring harness from photo sensor. Remove [...]]]> Removal

Switch off ignition.
–   Using wedge -3409-, lever sun light sensor -1- out of mounting in indirect ventilation system -2-.
–   Disconnect wiring harness from photo sensor.
–   Remove bolt -3- (1.5 Nm).
  • Switch off ignition.
  • Using wedge -3409-, lever sun light sensor -1- out of mounting in indirect ventilation system -2-.
  • Disconnect wiring harness from photo sensor.
  • Remove bolt -3- (1.5 Nm).

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  • For greater clarity, the components in the following illustrations are shown removed.
  • Insert two wedges -3409-, as shown, into joint between indirect ventilation system -1- and vent -2-.
  • Using wedge -3409- press metal clips -3- and -4- to rear and pull indirect ventilation upwards and out of mountings in vent -arrow-.

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  • Remove the two bolts -1- (1.5 Nm).
  • Release vent -2- in forward area from mountings.
  • Insert two wedges -3409- into lower joint of vent -arrows- and press vent upwards out of mounting in dash panel.
  • Operate the respective locking devices and separate the wiring harnesses for hazard warning lights switch and front passenger airbag warning lamp.

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Installation
  • Installation is carried out in reverse order of removal.
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Remove luggage compartment cover side support ? Chapter. –   Remove roof frame trim ? Chapter. –   Remove airbag emblem -1- and remove bolt -2- (4 Nm). NoteWhen reinstalled, airbag emblem -1- must be renewed. –   Remove nut -3- (1.5 Nm). –   Release trim from stud of nut -3–arrow A-. –   Release trim from mountings -arrow B- [...]]]> vw_golf_c_pillar_trim_removal_and_installation_N70-10044Removal

Remove luggage compartment cover side support ? Chapter.
–   Remove roof frame trim ? Chapter.
–   Remove airbag emblem -1- and remove bolt -2- (4 Nm).
NoteWhen reinstalled, airbag emblem -1- must be renewed.
–   Remove nut -3- (1.5 Nm).
–   Release trim from stud of nut -3–arrow A-.
–   Release trim from mountings -arrow B- and from door seal beading.
–   Pull trim upwards out of mountings in body -arrow C-.
  • Remove luggage compartment cover side support.
  • Remove roof frame trim.
  • Remove airbag emblem -1- and remove bolt -2- (4 Nm).
  • Remove nut -3- (1.5 Nm).
  • Release trim from stud of nut -3–arrow A-.
  • Release trim from mountings -arrow B- and from door seal beading.
  • Pull trim upwards out of mountings in body -arrow C-.
Installation
  • Installation is carried out in reverse order of removal.
  • Before installing, check the five fasteners for damage and renew if necessary.
  • When reinstalled, airbag emblem -1- must be renewed.
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