my-gti.com » Interior Trim http://www.my-gti.com Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:48:04 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Volkswagen Golf Mark VI Head Unit – Removal and Installation http://www.my-gti.com/2754/volkswagen-golf-mark-vi-head-unit-%e2%80%93-removal-and-installation http://www.my-gti.com/2754/volkswagen-golf-mark-vi-head-unit-%e2%80%93-removal-and-installation#comments Wed, 20 Oct 2010 14:07:21 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2754 Tools required

Trim removal tools Torx T-20 driver Remove all CDs from head unit Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers and remove ignition key Removing Using trim removal tool and carefully lever out centre console cover in area of -arrows- and remove cover.

Remove bolts -arrows- from radio or radio navigation system. Pull radio or radio navigation system out of installation box far [...]]]> Tools required

  1. Trim removal tools
  2. Torx T-20 driver
  • Remove all CDs from head unit
  • Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers and remove ignition key

Removing

  • Using trim removal tool and carefully lever out centre console cover in area of -arrows- and remove cover.

  • Remove bolts -arrows- from radio or radio navigation system.
  • Pull radio or radio navigation system out of installation box far enough so as to allow access to the connectors on the back of the radio or radio navigation system.
  • Press together connector locking mechanism in direction of -arrows-.
  • Then swing locking bar up in direction of -arrow- and pull out connectors.

  • Release connectors -arrows- on aerial connections and pull these out.

Installing

  • Installation is a reverse of the removal process.
  • Never press the display or buttons whilst fitting the head unit as this may damage the unit.
  • A new head unit requires the anti-theft code to be entered.
  • Coding of the car is required to accept the new head unit.
]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2754/volkswagen-golf-mark-vi-head-unit-%e2%80%93-removal-and-installation/feed 2 Volkswagen Golf Middle A-Pillar Trim – Removal and Installation http://www.my-gti.com/2733/volkswagen-golf-middle-a-pillar-trim-removal-and-installation http://www.my-gti.com/2733/volkswagen-golf-middle-a-pillar-trim-removal-and-installation#comments Wed, 20 Oct 2010 12:04:10 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2733 Applies to Mark V and Mark VI both left and right sides

Remove Volkswagen Golf dash panel end trims

Removing

Remove dash panel end trim Pull upper part of trim out from body mount -A- Pull trim upwards from A-pillar lower trim -B-

Installing

Install in the reverse order of removal and ensure the trim is positioned in the door [...]]]> Applies to Mark V and Mark VI both left and right sides

Remove Volkswagen Golf dash panel end trims

Removing

  • Remove dash panel end trim
  • Pull upper part of trim out from body mount -A-
  • Pull trim upwards from A-pillar lower trim -B-

Installing

  • Install in the reverse order of removal and ensure the trim is positioned in the door seal beading.
]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2733/volkswagen-golf-middle-a-pillar-trim-removal-and-installation/feed 0 Volkswagen Golf Dash Panel End Trim – Removal and Installation http://www.my-gti.com/2729/volkswagen-golf-dash-panel-end-trim-removal-and-installation http://www.my-gti.com/2729/volkswagen-golf-dash-panel-end-trim-removal-and-installation#comments Wed, 20 Oct 2010 11:53:03 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2729 Applies to Mark V and Mark VI

Lever dash panel end trim by inserting trim removal tool [...]]]> Applies to Mark V and Mark VI

Lever dash panel end trim by inserting trim removal tool as shown.

]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2729/volkswagen-golf-dash-panel-end-trim-removal-and-installation/feed 2 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 (sparingly) [...]]]> 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 7 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 and [...]]]> 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 1 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.

Volkswagen Golf Accelerator Pedal Before

Volkswagen Golf Accelerator [...]]]> 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.

Volkswagen Golf Accelerator Pedal Before

Volkswagen Golf Accelerator Pedal Before

Volkswagen Golf Accelerator Pedal After

Volkswagen Golf Accelerator Pedal After

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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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Removing

Remove dash panel end trim Remove middle A-pillar trim Remove airbag emblem-1- (carefully as you may be able to reuse it) Remove bolt -2- using a Torx T-25 (be careful not to drop this) Pull lower section of trim -A- out of securing clips -3- Release trim from door seal beading Pull trim out of forward mountings -B- Pull [...]]]> Applies to Mark V and Mark VI

Removing

  • Remove dash panel end trim
  • Remove middle A-pillar trim
  • Remove airbag emblem-1- (carefully as you may be able to reuse it)
  • Remove bolt -2- using a Torx T-25 (be careful not to drop this)
  • Pull lower section of trim -A- out of securing clips -3-
  • Release trim from door seal beading
  • Pull trim out of forward mountings -B-
  • Pull rear section of trim out of dash panel -C-

Installing

  • Install in reverse order of removal
  • Check fasteners for damage and renew if damaged
  • Check airbag emblem and renew if damaged (generally a one use item)
]]> http://www.my-gti.com/1867/volkswagen-golf-a-pillar-trims-%e2%80%93-removal-and-installation/feed 5 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 rear [...]]]> 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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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 [...]]]> vw_trim_tools_1

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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