Left Rear Bass Speaker -R15- /Right Rear Bass Speaker -R17-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical equipment.

-- Move the ignition key outside of the vehicle to prevent the ignition from switching on unintentionally.

-- Remove the left rear door trim panel. Refer to REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Release and remove the connector -1- on the Left Rear Bass Speaker -R15- in the -direction of the arrow-.

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-- Remove the pop rivets -1- with the Drill - 1100 Watt:VAS 6267A and a suitable spiral drill bit.

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-- Remove the Left Rear Bass Speaker -R15- from the inner door panel.

CAUTION:

Always remove any shavings resulting from the drilling from the door, otherwise they may cause corrosion damage later.

If the paint on the door frame gets damaged during drilling, touch-up immediately.