VW Transporter T5 T5.1 Caravelle Glove Box 7H2857085/E

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Genuine used Volkswagen Transporter T5 / T5.1 Caravelle Dashboard Glove Box Storage Compartment, part number 7H2857085 / 7H2857085E.

This is the dashboard-mounted glove compartment fitted to selected right-hand-drive (RHD) Volkswagen Transporter and Caravelle T5 models, providing enclosed storage on the passenger side of the dashboard.

Part Details

Part Number: 7H2857085 / 7H2857085E

VW OE Number: 7H2 857 085 / 7H2 857 085 E

Part Type: Dashboard Glove Box / Glove Compartment / Storage Box

Position: Front Dashboard

UK Vehicle Side: Passenger Side / Left Side

Steering Configuration: RHD – Right Hand Drive applications

Manufacturer: Volkswagen / Genuine VAG

Condition: Used Genuine Part

Compatibility

Suitable for selected:

* Volkswagen Transporter T5 – 2003–2009

* Volkswagen Transporter T5.1 – 2010–2015

* Volkswagen Caravelle T5 / T5.1

* Volkswagen Multivan – applicable RHD specifications

* Transporter Panel Van

* Transporter Kombi

* Transporter Shuttle

* Camper / converted T5 vehicles retaining the original dashboard

Exact compatibility depends on dashboard specification, production date, trim colour and the original glove-box configuration.

Technical Information

The glove box is integrated into the passenger side of the dashboard and provides a factory enclosed storage compartment for documents and smaller items.

The assembly is designed specifically around the T5 dashboard structure and incorporates the appropriate:

* Dashboard mounting points

* Glove-box opening

* Hinged compartment arrangement

* Latch/closing mechanism

* Internal storage area

* Surrounding dashboard alignment points

Correct fitment is important so that the glove box opens and closes smoothly without contacting the surrounding dashboard trim.

Interior / Dashboard System Information

This component forms part of the Transporter’s front dashboard and interior trim system.

Related components can include:

* Passenger dashboard trim

* Dashboard end panel

* Glove-box lid

* Glove-box latch

* Hinges

* Dashboard mounting brackets

* Passenger air vent

* Centre dashboard trim

* Associated screws and retaining hardware

Depending on specification, individual fittings or accessories may differ between vehicles.

Common Reasons for Replacement

Replacement may be required because of:

* Broken glove-box lid or housing

* Damaged hinges

* Broken mounting points

* Faulty latch

* Glove box refusing to stay closed

* Cracked plastic

* Scratched or heavily worn trim

* Missing original glove compartment

* Accident damage

* Dashboard damage

* Previous incorrect removal

* Broken screw or retaining points

Common Symptoms / Problems

A damaged glove-box assembly may cause:

* Glove box dropping open

* Difficulty closing the lid

* Poor alignment with the dashboard

* Rattling while driving

* Excessive movement

* Broken hinge movement

* Latch failing to engage

* Uneven gaps around the glove-box opening

If the glove box does not stay closed, inspect the latch and corresponding engagement point before replacing the complete assembly.

Important Diagnostic Information

Before replacement, check:

* Glove-box hinges

* Latch mechanism

* Dashboard mounting points

* Retaining screws

* Surrounding dashboard structure

* Glove-box alignment

* Any previous dashboard modifications

If the mounting points in the dashboard itself are damaged, replacing only the glove box may not completely correct alignment problems.

Installation

This is a mechanical interior trim component.

Installation normally involves removing the appropriate dashboard fasteners, positioning the replacement glove box correctly and securing it using the original mounting points.

Before final tightening, check that:

* The glove box is correctly aligned

* The lid opens freely

* The latch engages correctly

* Dashboard gaps are even

* No wiring is trapped behind the assembly

* All mounting screws are correctly positioned

Programming / Coding

No programming or coding required.

This is a mechanical dashboard/interior component.

Part Number Information

Part Number: 7H2857085

OE Reference: 7H2 857 085

Suffix Version:

7H2857085E

7H2 857 085 E

The suffix is important because Volkswagen interior components can differ according to production date, dashboard specification and trim configuration.

A visually similar T5 glove box should not automatically be assumed identical without comparing the part and mounting arrangement.

RHD / UK Vehicle Information

This listing is intended primarily for UK right-hand-drive vehicles.

On a UK RHD Transporter:

Driver Side: Right / O/S

Passenger Side: Left / N/S

The glove box is therefore located on the front passenger / left-hand side of the dashboard.

This is particularly important when comparing listings from European LHD vehicles, as dashboard components can differ between RHD and LHD configurations.

Important Compatibility Note

Volkswagen produced several dashboard and interior configurations throughout the T5 and T5.1 production period.

Before purchasing, please compare:

Part Number: 7H2857085 / 7H2857085E

VW Number: 7H2 857 085 / 7H2 857 085 E

RHD / LHD configuration

Dashboard shape

Glove-box design

Mounting points

Latch arrangement

Trim colour

Original component

Please compare the photographs with your existing glove box before ordering.

Condition

Used genuine Volkswagen part.

As a used interior component, the glove box may show normal cosmetic marks, light scratches, surface wear or other signs of previous installation and use.

Please inspect the supplied photographs carefully for the exact colour, condition, mounting points, latch and components included.

An ideal genuine replacement for a broken, cracked, damaged, missing or poorly closing Volkswagen Transporter T5 / T5.1 Caravelle dashboard glove box.