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Posted by: WizPorsche914 Jun 12 2023, 06:32 AM

Hey guys I just replaced my basket weave trim on my 914 and I am having trouble getting the switches back in place, is there a tool or a trick to install the small round metal pieces behind the knobs ? I cannot seem to get them to tread back into the switch behind the dash. Thanks.

Posted by: ClayPerrine Jun 12 2023, 07:05 AM

QUOTE(WizPorsche914 @ Jun 12 2023, 07:32 AM)

Posted by: WizPorsche914 Jun 12 2023, 07:32 AM

QUOTE(ClayPerrine @ Jun 12 2023, 09:05 AM)

QUOTE(WizPorsche914 @ Jun 12 2023, 07:32 AM)

Hey guys I just replaced my basket weave trim on my 914 and I am having trouble getting the switches back in place, is there a tool or a trick to install the small round metal pieces behind the knobs ? I cannot seem to get them to tread back into the switch behind the dash. Thanks.

On everything but the headlight switch, you can use a dime to turn them.

Clay

Posted by: 76-914 Jun 12 2023, 08:01 AM

The stem sticks out so you need to take a 3/8" washer and cut a slot in it. When reinstalling work left to right.

Posted by: ClayPerrine Jun 12 2023, 09:48 AM

I have an old cheap flathead screwdriver with a 3/8 washer welded to the end, and a slot cut in the washer. The outsides of the washer are ground down so it is not too wide.

Posted by: Dave_Darling Jun 12 2023, 05:58 PM

I have used needle-nose pliers and (large) snap-ring pliers in the holes or grooves in the "escutcheon" (which is what those threaded parts are called in the manual). I've also been able to get them started by hand, then push on the face of the escutcheon while turning it and get them reasonably tight that way. You need to hold the switch to keep it from spinning, though.

--DD

Posted by: r_towle Jun 12 2023, 06:40 PM

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Posted by: mepstein Jun 12 2023, 06:55 PM

There’s a socket that’s made to install and remove the aluminum piece. Doesn’t cost mych. Worth having in the toolbox.

Posted by: Garland Jun 13 2023, 06:17 AM

Here you go

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QUOTE(cary @ Nov 4 2018, 08:37 PM)

https://vwparts.aircooled.net/Dash-Switch-Escutcheon-Tool-Fits-10-12-and-14mm-p/escutcheon-tool.htm

Thanks. Ordered. I hate using needle nose pliers. If the part is tight, they slip and scratch it up.

Posted by: ClayPerrine Jun 13 2023, 07:13 AM

QUOTE(Garland @ Jun 13 2023, 07:17 AM)

Here you go

QUOTE(mepstein @ Nov 4 2018, 07:47 PM)

QUOTE(cary @ Nov 4 2018, 08:37 PM)

https://vwparts.aircooled.net/Dash-Switch-Escutcheon-Tool-Fits-10-12-and-14mm-p/escutcheon-tool.htm

Thanks. Ordered. I hate using needle nose pliers. If the part is tight, they slip and scratch it up.

Posted by: ClayPerrine Jun 13 2023, 07:42 AM

QUOTE(ClayPerrine @ Jun 13 2023, 08:13 AM)

QUOTE(Garland @ Jun 13 2023, 07:17 AM)

Here you go

QUOTE(mepstein @ Nov 4 2018, 07:47 PM)

QUOTE(cary @ Nov 4 2018, 08:37 PM)

https://vwparts.aircooled.net/Dash-Switch-Escutcheon-Tool-Fits-10-12-and-14mm-p/escutcheon-tool.htm

Thanks. Ordered. I hate using needle nose pliers. If the part is tight, they slip and scratch it up.

Group buy?

Posted by: Steve Jun 13 2023, 07:47 AM

https://www.jbugs.com/product/VW012941.html?utm_content=shopping&gclid=CjwKCAjwp6CkBhB_EiwAlQVyxcfJRg5fH7rZIDiAcO3IrdFZoUliP19KvN8Ka-mIpgsL-869oocnMRoCRTMQAvD_BwE and its cheaper

Posted by: dr914@autoatlanta.com Jun 13 2023, 10:22 AM

yes they make a tool that looks like a screw driver with a slot in the middle, reaily available

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Posted by: barefoot Jun 13 2023, 11:03 AM

I cut a slot in a nickel. works fine