Emergency Release From >>P<<, Vehicles From 05/210 Through 05/2012: Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg, and 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

-- Open the storage compartment/ashtray.

-- Remove the storage compartment/ashtray.

-- Remove the plugs.

-- Press on the emergency release lever through the opening using a >>thin<< pen or a >>small<< screwdriver.

Fig 1: Press The Emergency Release Lever Through The Opening

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-- Press the button on the handle at the same time and shift the selector lever out of the "P" position.