Hi, 

can anybody point me in the right direction for a tutorial on removing the boot trim on a 2009 facelift Octavia estate ?  I’m trying to access the tailgate wiring loom connector plug which I’m guessing is located near the near side rear wheel arch 

not that savvy when trolling the old inter web so any help much appreciated 

thanks

There is one torx screw to remove the pull handle then the rest is all clips as far as I recall. It was difficult and some trim levers help to get under the trim at the corners to pop the first fastner or two.

 

There must be about 10 fastner. 4 along top. 4 along bottom. Extra 2 A long side 

 

I damaged quite a few of the retainers pulling it off on two occasions. They are very very very firm. But tge trim is still pretty firmly installed despite this.....

Hi 

much appreciated but I get the feeling you are describing the tailgate panel ( my project to replace the whole tailgate due to excessive rusting ) whereas I’m referring to the boot trim itself essentially the area where I suspect the tail gate wiring loom to be situated under !! ie around the nsr wheel arch and the below the load area window ( if that makes sense )

Mmm. Yes, you're right. I've never removed it. But it shouldn't be too hard he says.... Rhetorically!  I'll do a quick search on online manuals and see if it brings anything back.

 

https://workshop-manuals.com/skoda/octavia-mk2/body/body_work/trim_noise_insulation/luggage_compartment_trim_panels/removing_and_installing_the_side_luggage_compartment_trim_panels_(octavia_combi_ii)/

 

 

Edited 18 June, 20205 yr by TheClient

That ought to be a great help thank you very much for taking the time to help out 

much appreciated 👍