Removing / replacing internal tailgate trim

[slipd]

Hi guys,

I recently replaced the tailgate actuator on my Golf and I only had to pull away a couple of the clips nearest the replacement part. - got that from a YT vid

Question though, what the proper way of replacing the entire trim? Where do you start - I'm guessing the 2x screws in the handle recesses? But where do you pull the trim from etc.

I'll be honest, I'm a bit frightened of breaking it... I can't imagine they're cheap new? - if available still even.

The videos all just seem to imply brute force.

Thanks.

[mjmallia]

After the handle screws are removed it is all clips. Start from an edge and pry it out with a long flat head.

It will get to a stage where you can just pull it off

[slipd]

After the handle screws are removed it is all clips. Start from an edge and pry it out with a long flat head.

It will get to a stage where you can just pull it off

Thanks man! Still haven't gotten round this - will action at the weekend

[GVK]

Get some cheap plastic trim tools off Amazon/ebay if you're worried about breaking it.