Roof lining retaining grommet

Yorkdubshire · Mar 11, 2016

Hi all, just received some roof liner retaining grommets from the dealer as one of mine had broken. Either this had caught on the bellows zip of the ribs that are sewn in. All you have to do is line it up and either push in (if you have a strong thumb) or give it a little tap with your weapon of choice.

Thought I'd share in case anyone else finds one broken but I think it's probably an isolated occurrence.

WelshGas · Mar 11, 2016

Yorkdubshire said:
Hi all, just received some roof liner retaining grommets from the dealer as one of mine had broken. Either this had caught on the bellows zip of the ribs that are sewn in. All you have to do is line it up and either push in (if you have a strong thumb) or give it a little tap with your weapon of choice.

Thought I'd share in case anyone else finds one broken but I think it's probably an isolated occurrence.

Not unknown on the T5. :thumb

CannonDale · Jan 4, 2018

Two of these broke on mine last week, I have replacements ready to fix

Kmann · Jan 4, 2018

One of mine has also ended its days. The read right over the kitchen … getting it sorted (among other stuff) under warranty soon. I think you just press it in, but be aware the old broken parts are not obstructing.

Sandyvan · May 9, 2018

I got some from TPS but different part number, N90201601Y20 Description Plug. 50p each. easy to fit.

CALI FATE · Sep 6, 2019

Old thread - but i have found three of my near side fixing plugs have broken off. I have investigated the issue and reckon its to do with the bed construction. The fixings have broken on 'my' side of the bunk and not on my wife's side. it seems my additional weight when manoeuvring around the upper bed is putting pressure on the roof lining - through the mattress and the slats. The lining fixings are simple plastic lugs that break off if stressed.

TripleBee · Sep 15, 2019

I have one broken down on me very early, but I have not replaced it up to now.
A part is still sticking out, keeping the lining in place along with the other intacts.
Might replace it once, but not sure when.

WelshGas · Sep 15, 2019

CALI FATE said:
Old thread - but i have found three of my near side fixing plugs have broken off. I have investigated the issue and reckon its to do with the bed construction. The fixings have broken on 'my' side of the bunk and not on my wife's side. it seems my additional weight when manoeuvring around the upper bed is putting pressure on the roof lining - through the mattress and the slats. The lining fixings are simple plastic lugs that break off if stressed.

Well the upper bed is only rated for a total of 150kgms weight, according to VW.