RCD Removal tool, trim tools required!

[p3eps]

The way I did it was the same as Merlinman's link - apart from I had a bit of re-wiring when I got it out to fit my non VW stereo in.

Just make sure you either DONT disconnect the passanger airbag light 'OR' DO disconnect the battery before you start... otherwise you'll get an airbag warning on your dash that your stealer will have to reset.

Just take care and don't FORCE any parts otherwise there's a risk of snapping stuff.  I've had mine off 4 times to fit a stereo, a Roadpilot, a Bluetooth Hands Free, and then again to fit a GPS aerial.  No problem at all... just take your time!!!

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The way I did it was the same as Merlinman's link - apart from I had a bit of re-wiring when I got it out to fit my non VW stereo in.

Just make sure you either DONT disconnect the passanger airbag light 'OR' DO disconnect the battery before you start... otherwise you'll get an airbag warning on your dash that your stealer will have to reset.

Just take care and don't FORCE any parts otherwise there's a risk of snapping stuff.  I've had mine off 4 times to fit a stereo, a Roadpilot, a Bluetooth Hands Free, and then again to fit a GPS aerial.  No problem at all... just take your time!!!

are you saying disconnect the battery if you do want to disconnect the light ?, or just disconnect battery anyway

ps, how did you remove the top grill bit (top air vent), just pop it upwards from the edges ?

[p3eps]

Yeah... if you want to unplug the light then disconnect your battery.  I did it without disconnecting either - its easy enough.  You just turn the bit with the light in it upside down ontop of the dash, and make sure your parked on flat ground 

I used to be an Apple computer engineer and still had a couple of the tools left.  The trim removal tool is essentially a plastic flat headed screwdriver - which you can use to prize things apart without leaving scuff marks that a normal metal screwdriver would.

The grill bit is removed by taking the torx screw in the 4th pic out, and then gently pushing something in round the edges of it to pop it out.  You can see in the 6th pic that it has about 9 plastic tabs that hold it in place.

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Yeah... if you want to unplug the light then disconnect your battery.  I did it without disconnecting either - its easy enough.  You just turn the bit with the light in it upside down ontop of the dash, and make sure your parked on flat ground 

I used to be an Apple computer engineer and still had a couple of the tools left.  The trim removal tool is essentially a plastic flat headed screwdriver - which you can use to prize things apart without leaving scuff marks that a normal metal screwdriver would.

The grill bit is removed by taking the torx screw in the 4th pic out, and then gently pushing something in round the edges of it to pop it out.  You can see in the 6th pic that it has about 9 plastic tabs that hold it in place.

that torx screw bit in pic 4 suprised me as it doesnt appear to be attached to the top part ?, and in this guide http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=2945481  they dont remove the screw first before removing it

[NewGolf]

The way I did it was the same as Merlinman's link - apart from I had a bit of re-wiring when I got it out to fit my non VW stereo in.

Just make sure you either DONT disconnect the passanger airbag light 'OR' DO disconnect the battery before you start... otherwise you'll get an airbag warning on your dash that your stealer will have to reset.

Just take care and don't FORCE any parts otherwise there's a risk of snapping stuff.  I've had mine off 4 times to fit a stereo, a Roadpilot, a Bluetooth Hands Free, and then again to fit a GPS aerial.  No problem at all... just take your time!!!

Would I be able to reset the warning using Vag-Com? I invested in Vag Com, it came from the US in 2 days, to the Channel Islands! I have already tweaked many settings on my GTI, its easy peasy!
The doors lock as I drive off, automatically, one key press unlocks all the doors, and when I remove the key from the ignition, all doors unlock. I can also use tourist mode for the lights when touring the continent, without having to pay the dealership for 5 mins work.

[p3eps]

Would I be able to reset the warning using Vag-Com? I invested in Vag Com, it came from the US in 2 days, to the Channel Islands! I have already tweaked many settings on my GTI, its easy peasy!
The doors lock as I drive off, automatically, one key press unlocks all the doors, and when I remove the key from the ignition, all doors unlock. I can also use tourist mode for the lights when touring the continent, without having to pay the dealership for 5 mins work.

Yeah - you can probably reset it with the VagCom - but its pretty simple just to avoid unplugging the light!
You can set most of those things using the Highline display.

Ok... maybe you don't need to undo that screw to take that part off.  I haven't dissassembled mine for about 5 months now, so my memory aint that great!  I also had my whole glove box out to fit a radar sensor under my grill (to get the cable from the engine into the cabin) and my whole centre armrest out to fit my ipod under the armrest!  Fun times 

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shame your not closer to me lol

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The way I did it was the same as Merlinman's link - apart from I had a bit of re-wiring when I got it out to fit my non VW stereo in.

Just make sure you either DONT disconnect the passanger airbag light 'OR' DO disconnect the battery before you start... otherwise you'll get an airbag warning on your dash that your stealer will have to reset.

Just take care and don't FORCE any parts otherwise there's a risk of snapping stuff.  I've had mine off 4 times to fit a stereo, a Roadpilot, a Bluetooth Hands Free, and then again to fit a GPS aerial.  No problem at all... just take your time!!!

Would I be able to reset the warning using Vag-Com? I invested in Vag Com, it came from the US in 2 days, to the Channel Islands! I have already tweaked many settings on my GTI, its easy peasy!
The doors lock as I drive off, automatically, one key press unlocks all the doors, and when I remove the key from the ignition, all doors unlock. I can also use tourist mode for the lights when touring the continent, without having to pay the dealership for 5 mins work.

where from and how much, also did you pay duty ?

[NewGolf]

Ok I got the Micro Can from Ross Tech, with the pound to the dollar rate it was well worth it!
The one I chose is here

http://www.ross-tech.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=VCuCAN&Category_Code=VAGCOM

It really is straightforward to use, and you can change quite a lot. If you lived in the Channel Islands you'd be more than welcome to use mine!

The software you can download for free, its activated when you plug the correct cable in. I am well pleased with it, especially as I can do my own tweaks and fault clearing.

Dont pay any duty/Vat in the Channel Islands!!!