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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing damper element for glove compartment lid

This page covers removing the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 glove compartment lid damper element — move the lid to service position, disconnect the light switch -E26- connector, then turn the damper a quarter-turn to release it.

Removing
–  Move glove compartment lid to service position → Chapter.
–  Disconnect connector for glove compartment light switch -E26- on damper element -1-.
–  Turn damper element -1- clockwise -arrow- by 90° (1/4 turn) and remove it from glove compartment -2-.
 

Removing and installing damper element for glove compartment lid

–  Move/release rack -1- in -direction of arrow- and remove it from glove compartment lid.
Installing
  Note
Before installing, check all fasteners for damage and renew if necessary.
Installation is carried out in reverse order.
 

Removing and installing damper element for glove compartment lid

    Questions & answers

    Removing and installing damper element for glove compartment lid — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    How do I remove the Golf Mk7 glove box damper?
    Move the lid to service position, disconnect the light switch -E26- connector, unbolt and remove the damper.
    Service position for glove compartment lid
    Moving to service position –  Open glove compartment lid -2-. –  Push limit stops -1- for glove comp ...

    Removing and installing glove compartment
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