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October 5, 2012 Service bulletin

Tech Tips (Releasing the Rear Seat Backrest from Inside the Vehicle): If you are unable to open the trunk...

Volkswagen technical service bulletin TT 57-12-13 for 2012-2013 Volkswagen Passat.

Bulletin number
TT 57-12-13
Component
Seats
Summary
Tech Tips (Releasing the Rear Seat Backrest from Inside the Vehicle): If you are unable to open the trunk for any reason, the rear seat backrest can be released from inside the vehicle to access the emergency trunk release. This document informs of the procedure to access the emergency trunk release.

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