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2016 Touareg windshield pillar trim removal

2.4K views 6 replies 3 participants last post by  rwoodcock3  
#1 ·
I searched for a way to get the pillar trim off, I found descriptions and YouTube videos for removing the earlier style trim (where there is a screw under the Airbag label) but on my 2016 the top of the trim piece is no longer held by a screw.

It looks like a plastic clip anchor, but with a one way insert only (I have a new one sitting here and that's what it looks like) but wondering if anyone had any luck removing one without destroying it.

Don't get me wrong, the one I am removing is all torn up from previous owner's dog and I don't need to save it BUT if I ever decide to run wiring up the windshield pillar (radar detector, dash cam etc) I would like to be able to remove and replace the new one without doing damage.

Thanks!
 
#2 ·
Well, I gave up and swung by the stealership. One of the techs printed out the official VW instructions for me...

You actually have to use a sidecutter to cut the top clip. It is a one-time use.

So if I ever decide to run wiring up there I will need to purchase a replacement clip.

 
#7 ·
At the bottom I pushed the cable into the corner between the dash and the pillar trim - it is just about visible, but not from the driver's seat.
At the bottom I pushed the cable into the corner between the dash and the pillar trim - it is just about visible, but not from the driver's seat.
Okay. I will try harder! :). Thanks!