Applies to: VW GOLF GTI (1999-2005) PASSAT (1998-2005) JETTA (1999-2005) NEW BEETLE (1998-2010) GOLF (1999-2006)
Move the seat all the way forward
Take the plastic trim covers off each side which will give you access to Phillips or T20 Torx head screws
Remove the screws from each side
To take off the inner cover, you will need to pull up first and then back because there is a tab at the front you do not want to break
Move the seat all the way back
Remove the two 13mm fasteners (The nuts might run up against the carpet so push the carpet down and spin the nuts right off)
Give the seat-back a little tap which will release the studs from the bracket in the front
Tip the seat back and disconnect electrical connectors
To remove the seat, put one hand on the bottom and the other hand between the seat-back and the seat-cushion.
Slide the seat all the way back and lift the back end. Be careful not to catch the seat belt or damage the plastic trim