Interior FAQ

[Sully]

Here are the interior DIYs as found in the Mk4 DIY thread.

Bolsen's Rieger Shift knob install
Aftermarket Headunit Install
Another shift knob install - Hungalicious
TT Pedal Install
Painting Gauge Cluster - NielsNV
Steering wheel removal
W8 Panel Install
A/F Gauge Install
VgRt6's Interior Parts Removal Part I
VgRt6's Interior Parts Removal Part II
Removing Rear Door parts - VgRt6
Removing Front Door parts - VgRt6
Removal and replacement of glovebox door - Waagenz
All part #'s for interior dash trim - OEM
Neon trunk light install - Vasillalov
Jkrew's Black headliner DIY

Modified by Sully at 7:45 PM 6-5-2007

[Sully]

Bumpin this, if you guys have anymore of these feel free to add them

[Sully]

BUMP!

[Nec]

sticky. nice brian

[a_grl_n_her_rado]

can ya sort them by mark? I know not all of them are mark specific but alot of people are gonna get thrown off if they're trying to take out their a2 headliner based on a4 directions.

I have a few to add for Corrados if you do.

[CapeGLS]

Brian: Great post!

[butterfli]

Brian,
I come to this forum to learn about cars, not about your personal opinions regarding women. What did you intend to gain by posting a derogatory quote like that here?

[djsatan667]

TT pedal install page not found...

[placenta]

all pics are missing from this diy:

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=506762

and this one:

http://roadsleeper.vwmafia.net/shifter.html

[captslowb5]

NewSouth Performance Column Pod + VDO Gauge install on 99 B5 Passat
http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2444372

[zbaird]

I need assistance with removing rear door parts on an 06 GLI

[shifty.org]

Quote, originally posted by djsatan667 »

TT pedal install page not found...

^^^

[alinasquid]

Do It Yourself Car Seat Cover Removal

Step one: Remove seat cushions from the vehicle in question, these came out of a VW Golf MK 4 if you need assistance in removing the actual seats, its fairly easy. I'm a petite girl and I had zero issues. The rear cushions basically pop off with one pull at the front tab and then unhinge from the rear. The actual rear top cushions need to be unbolted from the back. Same goes for the front seats. There are two bols in the front on the floor in the center .Once you remove the caps from the rear of the side rails, they just slide off.

Step two: Flip the cushions over and find the black plastic that is tucked underneath the metal framing. The easiest way to do this is start at the exposed section and with a screwdriver
pull a small peice out and then pull towards you. Do this all the way around and the metal frame basically falls off. It looks like this:

Step Three:/ Starting at one side GENTLY pull the cover from the foam. As you start to do this you come to some channeling in the foam and those dreaded metal bars with the upside down bent into itself hook at both ends. I reccomend finding a good tool to pull with. I DO NOT reccomend undoing the hooks via manual distortion as you will need these again. This part requires PATIENCE. If you dont have the patience dont attempt this get someone to help you as you could destroy the foam cushion. I used a variety of tools until i figured out that a paint can opener of the metal variety works best. It has a little hook at the top and a bottle opener thing at the top and I think cost me $1 at Home Depot. It looks like this:

Step four: Using the tool of your choice, hook into the metal loop at the top and pull slightly out note that I said out and not UP. This requires a little manipulation of the foam part but is pretty hands on, theres no real way to explain it, when you see it you'll understand. Try from a few angles I promise it just takes a little manipulation and not sheer force. I am a small girl and once I got the technique down it required very little actual force. I did not bend any of the metal rods in any way. They do not need bending to come off. I promise.

Step five: Once you get the metal rod out of the channel flip it over and do the other side. I highly reccomend doing the two sides first and then the centers top, bottom, then middle as
it makes the foam easier to manipulate. The rods just slide out of this little fabric pouch and can be set aside. Once you have these off you can wash the covers or reupholster them as you like. DO NOT PUT THE COVERS IN THE DRYER. Leave them out to air dry as it will probably warp the foam if it goes in the dryer.

Replacement of covers is basically the same but backwards. I reccomend patience. I did it in a short amount of time. Once you get the hang of it, it is really quite a simple task.

Ms. AlinaSquid signing off.

[dmf2442]

Anybody know how decent the red or blue color match is on lit reiger gear shift knobs? I've got an '05 TDi and don't want a gear shift that lights up different from my instrument panel. Anyone?

[alpha_omega]

Hey.... I need to replace the vent on the passenger side of my 2001 Jetta GLS. The flaps that control the up/down angle of the air flow are broken. Know where I can get a replacement and how to install it?

[alpha_omega]

anybody?

[getta wolfsburg 98]

COOLWATER! <~ AL

[DaddyOfPayton]

The link to the Mk3 gauge cluster removal is LONG dead (S3 designs went away nearly 2 years ago)

[Sully]

Quote, originally posted by DaddyOfPayton »

The link to the Mk3 gauge cluster removal is LONG dead (S3 designs went away nearly 2 years ago)

removed it, if anybody else has any good links, PM me and I can throw them in the original post

[Rockstar24]

Anyone have some information installing a kneebar into an 89 GTI? Do I have to have a center console? Or can I run open?

[Justaviper]

MK3 gauge cluster removal

http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3798520

[BoraGLXXX]

Mk 4 four spoke steering wheel removal?? anyone know the nut size...

[bearsuite]

I think it 24MM nut that hold the steering wheel. It the same for all MK3, MK4 Vdubs. Good luck.

[Bens00VW]

alright so i was cleanign out the interior of the car, and found two random springs under the seats. i have an 00 mrkiv with cloth seats. what are they and do i need them?

[jmj5150]

Do you know a link that shows you how to remove the gauge cluster plastic lens cover without breaking it for the MK3 Jetta? I want to paint the bezel. Tnx


Modified by jmj5150 at 10:47 AM 7-13-2008

[macanic21]

What happened to the head unit install link?? Just bought a '96 Jetta & wanted to read before I tore it apart... I also would like some info on Vent repair. Searching... Searching... Searching...


Modified by macanic21 at 10:29 AM 8-18-2008

[bigbadkx]

i have a question...my 1990 vw gti 8 valve has a leak on the passenger side right against the door panel under the dash. i have traced it to some sort of vent that is on the top left end of the hood. when i purchased the car, there was a window screen there which led me to believe it was rigged lol, but what is missing there and whats is causing so much water to end up on the passenger side floor?????

thanks nolan

[DaddyOfPayton]

Hey nolan, I am not a mk2 expert, but most VW's have a fresh air intake at that point. the screen was likely replacing the raised cover that prevents water from entering the heater box. I would start by checking under that part of the windshield. Then you will probably see where the water is entering the car.

HTH

[maxslug]

DIY - Install Recaro seats w/ Wedge Engineering Brackets and Schroth Harnesses on a MK3 GTI : http://www.gti-vr6.net/wiki/in...stall

[springbok11]

Hi
Damaged the upper air vent trim on my Golf GTI MK V. Managed to buy a new one but am having difficulty removing the hazard light button and airbag warning light from the old unit.
Do they just unclip (with a bit of force) of are special tools required?
Thanks for any help.

[dudeman08]

anyone kno how to relocate the radio from the dash to the center console in a mk3? all help would b greatly appreciated.

[98Jettaisbetta]

I have a 98 Jetta GLS and my turn signal (either side) is stuck. the light comes on, but it doesn't blink. I can see that the outside lights come on and stay on as well. any suggestions?

Modified by 98Jettaisbetta at 6:48 AM 11-11-2009


Modified by 98Jettaisbetta at 8:16 AM 11-11-2009

[harleybrown4160]

beauty is in the eye of the beholder and quotes like that are funny unless they hit close to home its a hazzard of a primarily male dominated hobby and site but dont worry I bet there are some swishes around who fit in there too. Its like T.V. dont like the show dont gripe change channels. just my .02

[[BOPE]96GTi]

I think that a sunroof could count as interior work...my sunroof jammed then when attempting to fix...broke. Anywho, need some info on removal of sunroof and frame, and info on any possible frames for a mk3 GTi...thanks

[Dexter1.8T]

Dose anyone know or have pictures how to remove the front pillars, middle and rear pillars on a mk4 gti?? please i can not find it anywhere.
Thank you!!!!!!