VW TOURAN MK1 2003-2010 FRONT SEAT BACKREST ADJUSTER KNOB 1J0881671H
VW Touran MK1 2003–2010
Front Seat Backrest Adjustment Knob
Used Volkswagen front-seat backrest adjustment knob / handle. Designed to operate the manual seat-backrest adjustment mechanism. Ideal for replacing a cracked, broken, loose or missing original control.
Reference number: 1J0 881 671 H / 1J0881671H
Volkswagen used this base part number across several models and different interior colours/trim specifications. Match the number, shape, mounting arrangement and colour shown in the listing photographs.
If you are unsure, contact ThePartPilot before purchasing with your 17-character VIN and, where possible, a photograph of your existing part. We will verify compatibility rather than guess.
VEHICLE REFERENCE — VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN MK1
Vehicle image is for model/body-style identification only. The vehicle shown is not the donor vehicle and is not included in the sale.
📍 WHERE DOES THIS PART FIT?
This component is fitted to the front-seat backrest adjustment mechanism. It is the user-operated knob/handle associated with adjustment of the seat backrest.
Provides the driver's/passenger's physical interface with the manual seat-backrest adjustment mechanism. It allows the occupant to operate the appropriate seat adjustment without directly handling the internal mechanism.
✓ VOLKSWAGEN CATALOGUE CONFIRMED TOURAN APPLICATION
| Make | Model | Generation | Years | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen | Touran | Mk1 | 2003–2005 | Front seat backrest |
| Volkswagen | Touran | Mk1 | 2006 | Left / right front |
| Volkswagen | Touran | Mk1 GP | 2007–2008 | Left / right front |
| Volkswagen | Touran | Mk1 GP | 2009–2010 | Left / right front |
IMPORTANT: Year/model compatibility does not override colour, seat specification or trim-code differences. Compare your existing component with the listing photographs before purchase.
🔎 OTHER VOLKSWAGEN APPLICATIONS OF 1J0 881 671 H
Volkswagen's parts catalogue also associates the 1J0 881 671 H base number with the following vehicles. These are useful cross-reference applications but buyers must still verify the exact colour/trim suffix, seat type and physical appearance.
| Model | Catalogue Years | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bora | 2003–2005 | Front backrest/head-restraint application |
| Golf Mk4 | 2003–2006 | Seat specification dependent |
| Golf Mk5 | 2004–2009 | 2-door & 4-door catalogue applications |
| Golf Mk6 | 2009–2011 | Front seat application |
| Golf Mk6 Cabriolet | 2012–2016 | Front seat application |
| Golf Plus | 2005–2011 | Front seat application |
| Jetta Mk5 | 2009–2010 | Front seat application |
| Lupo | 1999–2006 | Front seat application |
| New Beetle | 2001–2010 | Front seat application |
| New Beetle Cabriolet | 2003–2010 | Front seat application |
| Passat B5 GP | 2003–2005 | Front seat; specification dependent |
| Passat B6 | 2006–2011 | PR-code/seat specification dependent |
| Polo 9N | 2002–2005 | Front seat application |
| Polo 9N3 | 2005–2008 | Front seat application |
| Eos | 2006–2011 | Manual front seats; PR-code dependent |
✕ DO NOT ASSUME THIS WILL FIT
Do not order solely because your vehicle is a Volkswagen Touran or appears in a generic eBay compatibility list.
This listing should NOT be treated as confirmed fitment where:
- Your existing part carries a different base part number.
- The mounting/socket shape differs from the listing photographs.
- Your seat mechanism is a different specification.
- Your required interior colour/trim differs from the supplied item.
- Your vehicle has a different seat/PR-code application.
- Your vehicle falls outside the Volkswagen catalogue application.
UNSURE? SEND YOUR 17-DIGIT VIN BEFORE ORDERING.
PRODUCT DETAILS
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen |
| Part | Front seat backrest adjustment knob |
| Reference Number | 1J0 881 671 H / 1J0881671H |
| Location | Front seat / backrest adjustment area |
| Type | Interior seat control / trim component |
| Condition | Used |
| Material | Moulded automotive-grade polymer/plastic construction |
🔧 COMMON SIGNS YOUR EXISTING KNOB NEEDS REPLACING
- Adjustment knob is cracked or physically broken.
- Knob is completely missing from the seat.
- Control slips or no longer grips its mounting correctly.
- Visible cosmetic damage spoils the appearance of the seat.
- Seat adjustment becomes awkward because the control cannot be gripped properly.
Please note: replacing the knob will not repair an internally damaged seat mechanism. Diagnose the underlying mechanism if the seat still cannot be adjusted with a correctly fitted control.
★ WHY CHOOSE AN ORIGINAL USED VEHICLE PART?
An original manufacturer-produced component was designed around the vehicle's factory seat assembly, mounting geometry, finish and interior appearance. A correctly matched used original part can therefore provide a better visual and physical match than an inexpensive pattern copy.
Buying quality used parts can also provide a substantial saving compared with purchasing the equivalent component new. Depending on the component and new-part pricing, used vehicle parts can represent savings of up to approximately 70%.
Most importantly, always buy by verified part number and specification rather than price alone.
🛠 FITTING GUIDE
Difficulty: Basic to intermediate depending on seat specification.
Typical tools
- Plastic interior trim-removal tool
- Small flat trim tool where required
- Torch/work light
- Protective gloves
General procedure
- Move the seat to provide comfortable access to the adjustment control.
- Inspect how the existing knob is retained before applying force.
- Carefully release/remove the damaged control using an appropriate trim tool.
- Inspect the underlying seat-adjustment spindle/mechanism for damage.
- Compare the replacement and removed parts side-by-side.
- Align the replacement correctly with the mounting.
- Press/secure it into its correct installed position.
- Operate the seat adjustment through its normal range and confirm secure operation.
This is general guidance rather than a vehicle workshop-manual procedure. Seat specifications vary. If uncertain, installation should be carried out by a competent automotive technician.
💷 ESTIMATED GARAGE LABOUR CALCULATOR
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| Garage Rate | 15 Minutes | 30 Minutes | 1 Hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| £50/hour | £12.50 | £25 | £50 |
| £75/hour | £18.75 | £37.50 | £75 |
| £100/hour | £25 | £50 | £100 |
| £125/hour | £31.25 | £62.50 | £125 |
| £150/hour | £37.50 | £75 | £150 |
Estimates only. Actual labour charges depend on garage rate, vehicle condition, seat specification and additional faults.
ThePartPilot also offers a vehicle parts fitting and repair service subject to availability and prior arrangement.
Contact us before travelling to discuss your vehicle, required work and appointment availability.
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VAT / INVOICE INFORMATION
This used part is sold under the applicable margin scheme. No separately reclaimable VAT is shown or charged on the invoice.
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