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Number 31 marks the part’s position in the exploded view.

Product overview

Genuine OEM Volkswagen Deformation Element, part number 5GM868696A. This component is engineered to absorb impact energy during a collision, enhancing occupant safety. It is located at position 31 in the diagram. The deformation element is typically made from a durable material designed to crush and deform upon impact. Genuine OEM parts ensure precise fitment and reliable performance in critical safety systems.

Catalogue entry: DEFORMELEM right rear.

Technical details

Category
Doors & Windows
Customs (HS) code
87082990
Manufacturer
Volkswagen
Product Type
Genuine new auto parts
Shipping size (L × W × H)
19 × 17 × 7.5 cm
Shipping weight
0.07 kg

Specifications

As recorded in the manufacturer’s parts catalogue for this part number.

Equipment codes

  • 5C1

PR codes identify the factory option a part belongs to; your vehicle’s are listed on the data sticker in the boot well or service booklet.

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Parts diagram & fitment

7 vehicles

Deformation Element — locate 5GM868696A Volkswagen Deformation Element | Genuine OEM in the official exploded view and explore the surrounding assembly.

RThis part is the Right side

Parts in this assembly35
Vehicle fitment table7

Europe (6)

VehicleYearsPos.QtyRemarkPR
golf 2.02016-20203115C3
e-Golf2014-20213115C1
Golf 1.4 BlueMotion2014-20173115C1
Golf Estate 1.42014-20173115C1
Golf Estate2013-2017311PR:5C1,5C35C1
Golf 1.4 BlueMotion2012-20173115C3

Other markets (1)

VehicleYearsPos.QtyRemarkPR
POLO HATCH "ZA"06>2005-36, 311PR:0A2+5C35C1

Diagrams & fitment data powered by oemdiagrams.com

5GM868696A Volkswagen Deformation Element | Genuine OEM is fitted on: golf 2.0 2016-2020; e-Golf 2014-2021; Golf 1.4 BlueMotion 2014-2017; Golf Estate 1.4 2014-2017; Golf Estate 2013-2017; Golf 1.4 BlueMotion 2012-2017; POLO HATCH "ZA"06> 2005-.