Left/Right Rear Bass Speaker -R15- / -R17-: Removing

2012 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, 4D Sedan, Standard TransSECTION Removing
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-- Switch off the ignition and all electrical consumers and remove the ignition key.

-- Remove the side trim panel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Unlock and disconnect the connector -arrows-.

Fig 1: Identifying Electrical Connection Lock
GWWN91-10158Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Drill out the rivets -arrows- and remove the speaker -1-.

Fig 2: Identifying Rivets And Speaker
GWWM91-10036Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
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