C-Pillar Air Vent, Removing And Installing

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.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Backrest Panel Tool:3370

Fig 1: Backrest Panel Tool (3370)
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
Trim Removal Wedge:3409

Fig 2: Identifying Trim Removal Wedge
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Carefully guide the Backrest Panel Tool:3370 -2- into the center of the second slat from the outside and hook it in to the back of the vent -1-.

NOTE:

The insertion depth of the Hook:T10538 is approximately 5 cm.

-- Pull the instrument panel vent out of the C-pillar trim panel installation opening with a firm jerk.