Changing Gearknob & Ashtray trim...

[steverobb1973]

I's sure its really easy to do but as I dont want to stick screwdriver in places I shouldnt and risk damaging trim.... Could someone please tell me the best way to remove a gearknob and gaitor (compleet with plastic trim) - assume re-fitting is reversal.

Also I want to remove the ashtray trim and replace with a storage tray - again can someone please advise easiest way to remove this part.

Many thanks in advance.

Steve

[golfman]

Hi Steve
pull the bottom of the gearknob trim up and then you will see this-
you need to open up the clamp and then pull the gearknob up and off,then look down at the ashtray and you will see 2 screws just undo them and unplug the 12v socket and any other buttons you have installed,and then put back in your new bits

scott

[Gene Hunt]

Didn't need to remove the clip on my last GTI when i changed it,just pulled & it came straight off.

[steverobb1973]

Both jobs done!

Piece of p!$$

Thanks Guys

Steve

[MJR]

Where did you get storage tray from? me likey 

[DamoP]

they are in base model golfs. think there is one on ebay for £13

[DamoP]

[ebay][/ebay] http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/vw-golf-mk5-ashtray-/220794972194?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item336867e822

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Volkswagen-golf-mk5-dashboard-storage-tray-and-switches-/290573058208?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item43a78100a0

[Gene Hunt]

they are in base model golfs. think there is one on ebay for £13

.............my ED 30 has the same but with a lid.Part of the ''non smokers'' pack.

[MJR]

[ebay][/ebay] http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/vw-golf-mk5-ashtray-/220794972194?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item336867e822

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Volkswagen-golf-mk5-dashboard-storage-tray-and-switches-/290573058208?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item43a78100a0

Thanks dude, much appreciated 

they are in base model golfs. think there is one on ebay for £13

.............my ED 30 has the same but with a lid.Part of the ''non smokers'' pack.

I have the ashtray with Brushed Alu lid, but would prefer a storage tray, so going to buy one now 

[steverobb1973]

Yes much more useful than the ashtray......I am getting a Parrot handsfree kit installed next week and going to get the ipod connector lead routed in there too....

Steve

[DaveR77]

Hi Steve
pull the bottom of the gearknob trim up and then you will see this-
you need to open up the clamp and then pull the gearknob up and off,then look down at the ashtray and you will see 2 screws just undo them and unplug the 12v socket and any other buttons you have installed,and then put back in your new bits

scott

How do you go about just removing the ashtray, are the 2 screws that hold it down under the gearknob? If so then do DSG covers come off the same way?

[steverobb1973]

To remove the ashtray you first have to remove the gearknob gaiter trim.... Then the 2 x torx screws can be located...

Steve