DIY: Volkswagen MKIV Dash Vent Removal

[@kboutie]

I'm getting ready to change my head lamp switch and saw this video and made it very clear that it's an easy switch. VW was going to charge me $230.00 for the switch and installation. I found the switch for just over a hundred and will install it simply with a twist. Thanks for the savings!!!!!

[@Sulser007]

Great Job! We need more people like you. It will make my life a lot easier.

[@simonmelluish5438]

Thank you for this detailed video. helped me immensely to change out my dash vents in less than an hour :)

[@4DIYers]

+Simon Melluish No problem and thank you!

[@4DIYers]

The plastic ducts are fairly smooth in the inside, so I wouldn't think it would be gathering too much dust. Not to mention the MKIV also has a filtered heating and air conditioning system which is right at the start of the supply vent, therefore not much can enter from the exterior air. But if you wanted to clean them, I'm sure you can use a long foam flexible brush to clean in the ducts once you remove the vents from the dashboard.

[@4DIYers]

@DGISID I believe you would have to cut into the dimmer wire which is located right behind the headlight switch and run the rest of the wires for the illuminating vents from there.

[@DELOS13]

Thanks, helped me out a lot!!!! Just installed the City ones, silver

[@4DIYers]

Happy to help!

[@billpaterson4133]

Simple straightforward, many thanks, appreciate the time and effort

[@truckpro5665]

Great video thanks for the detailed info on the removal of the vents now I can wrap them.

[@4DIYers]

+Victor Brown Excellent to hear and thank you! What type of wrap???

[@papeters13]

Thank you very much i was trying to remove the warning piece so with your video i have resolved my problem

[@4DIYers]

You might be able to go to the dealership and they can order them separately. Or you can also try a local wrecking yard and they might be able to sell you them separately. Lastly you could try a hardware store (Lowes has a great selection for misc items), they may carry something similar which will work too.

[@dwood0666]

thank you i thought i was going to have to remove the whole vent assembly to fix my vanes. looks like i can do this at lunch tomorrow

[@benmovieman]

This video was awesome! keep them coming man thank you!

[@mattd28]

Great tutorial, I recommend keeping an old butter knife in your toolbox it makes a fantastic trim removing tool

[@Neptune8]

Very helpful, now i just need to know how i can get rid of the ac and heater core to start my weight reduction aswell a way to have everything wired to the area of where the center vent is

[@4DIYers]

You mean the black rubber coating... I've seen that probably on quite a few. I've always wondering if Plasti Dip would work. Might be worth looking into.

[@gsrsilver]

@4DIYers Very Good Video- You are ready now for illuminated vents from R32.!.!.!

[@vwhite5415]

Awesome! i am gonna change the dash vents of my volkswagen jetta! thank you for sharing :)

[@themachine8009]

V White why r u gonna change them for? Unless they r broken. They never brake though. Just saying

[@Sulser007]

I agree. My VW Wagon 2003 is very different also BUT it is the same principle on all VW. I would use a plastic screwdriver instead of a real one.

[@kluwe801]

nice video! I just put these on my Mk4 Golf!

[@4DIYers]

+Alan Ramirez Thank you!

[@ciaranmac646]

Is it the same removal method with the upper defroster vents passenger and drivers side?

[@queenshannen]

How about a vid on how to replace the wiring for the dimmer switch ?

[@DaleNewnham]

Very clear explanation, many thanks!!

[@yuhdeerah]

Thanks for the video! I did the same with taking out my turn signal relay today :D

[@Mr20387]

you make awesome videos thanks for sharing how do i remove the glove compartment my lever to open broke out and i stuck in my fingers to open it and in the process broke the lock for one side and now rattles anoying me need to change it please make a video of its removal

[@4DIYers]

@mattd28 Thank you for the comment and tip!

[@MrMagronito]

Muito Obrigado! um abraço aqui do Brazil!

[@Joshpellu]

Great tutorial, please more clips.

[@halfgod85]

Perfect, Thanks. You made this very simple.

[@naveedschahzadsayyad8704]

i like to replace hazard switch. Should i remove the whole panel out and then remove hazard switch as you have done it; or i can remove the hazard switch only with screw driver., Thanks for vdo

[@uncensoredoriginal]

Thank you very much you made my day :))))) i was trying to remove the right one and dont find anyway but thanks your video now i know how to do it :D

[@urukhai100]

Thanks. This is a great guide. i follow it and clean my own MK4 vents :-)

[@curlonweston8859]

Well Done Great Video 👏🏾👏🏾

[@4DIYers]

Thank you!

[@YankeeFan9]

Took my vents apart now they don’t lay flat. Any tips on what I’m doing wrong?

[@4DIYers]

@EvolverGT Thank you!

[@brentgearhart2740]

@mart pierce....I have the same problem my mechanic told me you have to take the whole dash of it re wrap the box in the foam that somehow applies to your heater....hope it helps.

[@4DIYers]

Thank you everyone for the compliments and support!!! Don't forget to like my video and subscribe to my channel. Also please follow me over on Facebook, Google+, Twitter, and Pinterest.

[@fadylabib3069]

Thank you. I wished to know how it is removed. Thanks again

[@cawag98]

thanks - helpful. I've got a mk3.5 golf cabrio.us and I think this will do it after I broke some of the fins with a dumb phone holder.

[@calogerocasali7067]

to remove the windshield ventilation grille? thanks 👍

[@martpierce7161]

I have the same set up on my 2001 Jetta TDI. I have noticed over the past year that my vents; especailly defrost, seems to be clogged. Their seems to be some foam/filter particals that blow out. The pieces seem to be dryrotted. Is there a way to clean out the vent lines once i removed the vent?

[@4DIYers]

Unfortunately there really isn't much you can do, unless you're willing to disassemble the entire dash which is very work intensive. Sounds like those foam pieces must be from your cabin filter. You might be able to get a small attachment for a vacuum and feed it into the vents to help clean some of it out. Be sure to check your cabin filter though.

[@gustranger]

dude, i need to clean the air conditioning system cz in the city where I live is extremely humid, I have heard that some parts of it catch huge amoutns of dust and humidity wich quickly turns into severe rusty surface, I´d like to know if I can access those vents trough there or if I need to dismantle the whole console

[@dazzmc35]

I have done this. When placing the vents back into place (two middle one's) they do not stay taught like they were previously? They seems to move around too loosely?

[@4DIYers]

Did you install the rubber caps in the pivot points when reinstalling the vents???

[@EvolverGT]

thanks!!! Excellent tutorial !!!!!

[@lmogden1]

Great video

[@Hubi81]

thank you so much for uploading!

[@blizzardx808]

more more of these clips - thanks

[@truckpro5665]

Carbon fiber, I'm going to do the trim around the radio and shifter console trim.

[@Mano5269]

Muito bom video é assim que precisamos...

[@4DIYers]

@StarlightMassacre Thank you!

[@kirkey99]

Thanks buddy! Big help!

[@MrUNOTURBO123]

Hi Guys I've got a Problem, my dash lights are flickering & then go dead no lights at all.. I'm just wondering if u guys think it would be the light switch or dimmer switch??? Need 2 Know ASAP thanks :)..

[@MegaSultan9]

Thank you! this is great

[@adrianacosta4487]

Do you have a video showing how to remove cigarette lighter for MK4?

[@4DIYers]

Adrian Acosta Unfortunately I do not, but this should help here uk-mkivs.net/topic/4893-lighter-plug/

[@TheAntonBlok]

Thank you !!!! you halp me alot !!!!

[@bigtreesfall]

many thanks!!

[@minimalistix1337]

does this works for a 2001 2.0 VW Golf? (German Manufactured)?? thanks!!

[@kausarislam3486]

Is it the same procedure in removing the vents from a golf mk5 54 plate?

[@4DIYers]

Kausar Islam No it is not. Here is a little information on how to remove them www.golfmkv.com/forums/showthread.php?t=72892

[@HouseCzechowski]

Dziękuje za pomoc!

[@aboodgenius]

Bro you see the vents up on the dash close to the windscreen. Two coins slipped in and now they make a lot of sound when i drive my car. Any idea how I can get them out or where they would be ? I tried pulling out the plastic vent and checking around couldn't see anything but it sounds like it's up somewhere. Help would be much appreciated

[@4DIYers]

Abdullah Jalees Most likely they've falling to the base of the system, possibly where the heater core is. There might be a small hatch or vent you can remove to peak inside. Some coins are also magnetic and you might be able to insert a magnet on a piece of string or a mechanic's style magnetic tool to retrieve them.

[@ashtonmurch2142]

So I tried taking out the center vents to clean in behind. lots of dust back there cause previous owner had no cabin filter. when i put the vents back they no longer stay "snug" where u can tilt them and they don't move. now the just move loosely and tilt upward by gravity? did I lose a rubber bushing or something???

[@4DIYers]

Unfortunately it sounds as if you lost the rubber caps. Only way you'll know if you remove them again and visually check.

[@ashtonmurch2142]

4DIYers okay thanks appreciate the reply

[@ToneDeafecation]

What is not mentioned is that on the larger vent pivot is a tiny plastic cap/bush which can sometimes fall off...If you lose it,your vent will not hold it's position in the casing.FIRST close all the vents in case the cap falls off and rolls into the air ducts (doesn't apply to passenger side)2nd tilt each vent downwards.3rd grasp the top of the vent firmly(side to side) between finger and thumb,push outward on one side of casing with other thumb and ease out slowly from that side.NO TOOLS!

[@4DIYers]

@blizzardx808 Thank you!

[@meequalsmc2]

Splendid

[@4DIYers]

Thank you :)

[@4DIYers]

@cotoiful Thank you!

[@simonashley8914]

thanks mate.

[@4DIYers]

@okie363 Nope... Very basic car. Doesn't even have cruise control either. I believe all the NA headlight switches are like that. I know there is people that switch over to the Euro switches, which I will be doing too in the future.

[@paintballer5200]

Anybody know the paint code for the vents some of the paint is flaking off of the vent trim and would rather just paint it than buy a new one

[@Lumixster]

Is this same for MK5 Golfs?

[@tylercarlson3576]

Can anyone help me I have a 1992 Nissan Sentra SE and on the center air vents the knob that individually opens and closes air flow for that vent does not do anything (at 1:15 the knob in between the two center air vents it is in the same exact position on my car) the ones on the other vents work but not on the center one. I was wondering if you knew how to fix this? Is it a disconnected cable that I can get to by removing the air vents?

[@4DIYers]

Quite possibly the linkage is broken and would need to be repaired. I've heard of this happening on other vehicles but not a Nissan Sentra specifically. The mechanisms tend to be made of plastic and will become brittle over the years. It's best to remove it and then inspect for any possible causes. Don't forget to subscribe :)

[@tun3tu]

Does anyone know where I found the same thing for a golf V 2006 ?

[@Coolsince82]

verry cool man

[@Faraonqa]

You made it look so ez ;

[@4DIYers]

+Faraonqa Thank you.

[@ricoeddie2449]

Trying to figure out why I hear a clicking noise behind my center vents..

[@4DIYers]

Anthony Abney Could be something stuck inside the vent rattling. Or maybe a faulty direction flap.

[@rzorNvme]

I'm thinking of doing my ipad in the dash of my gti 2003. Can the dash be removed dumb question I know but yeah anyone know

[@FrostyRosty93]

by the way, it's not "em-kay 4" it's mark 4.

[@heversonferraz5797]

the central one of my Bora/jetta are different. I have no idéa how to remove then.

[@4DIYers]

Heverson Ferraz Check this out here forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?t=287432

[@therealdeal9498]

Please tell me how to put them back on?

[@4DIYers]

***** Just simply do the procedure in reverse. Reinstall vent frames, install fasteners, and then clip the vents.

[@bimbolino14]

how to remove the middle consol ?

[@gustranger]

MK4 fits either Jetta or golf.

[@4DIYers]

I never really ran into this issue myself, but it is fairly common though. I found a thread which will hopefully help you out. A few members post the procedure on how to open the glove box. It appears you need to access it from under the handle. forums.tdiclub. c o m /showthread.p h p?t=248943 (remove spaces)

[@NannaSandbjerg]

Nice teknik

[@mk4tasha]

thanks dog appreciate it

[@4DIYers]

Glad to help out. Don't forget to subscribe!

[@kimcdue]

Blower VW t5

[@alvaro93364]

My 2001 is not built the same. Doesn't work

[@4DIYers]

Thank you for the compliment :) Unfortunately I don't have my VW anymore, but here is a link how to repair your glove box. w w w.myturbodiesel.c o m/1000q/a4/gloveboxrepair.h t m (remove spaces)

[@4DIYers]

Try this (just remove spaces) w w w .golfmkv.com/forums/showpost.php?s=772ccfcbfbc31af1a3f4e53776bf4c30&p=1378672&postcount=3

[@t1h12009]

بوكاظم عنده مكيف متنقل بااااااااااارد بارد يضرب في العظم ...... تراه للبيع ههههه

[@lmogden1]

great video

[@4DIYers]

@halfgod85 Thank you!