Volkswagen Sharan 7N Front Dashboard Lighter Socket Trim Cover Panel 7N2863440A

Volkswagen Sharan 7N Front Dashboard Lighter Socket Trim Cover Panel is an original interior trim component designed for installation in the front section of the cockpit. As part of the Claddings, decorative trims and decorations group, it allows you to restore the factory look of the center console, ensuring consistent design and an aesthetic finish for the lighter socket area. Using an OEM component is a sensible choice for repairs and interior restoration when you want to ensure perfect compatibility with other cabin components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7N2863440A
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7N2863440A
• Substitutable numbers: 7N2863440A, 7N2 863 440 A, 7N2863347A, 7N2 863 347 A
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Part type: Centre Console Trim
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the component

The described panel is dedicated to the front dashboard of the Volkswagen Sharan 7N generation and serves as a housing and trim for the lighter socket area. Its purpose is to:

• aesthetically close the mounting hole in the center console,
• protect the lighter socket from accidental mechanical damage,
• maintain a consistent stylistic line of the cockpit,
• provide stable seating for the socket within the dashboard structure.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the panel ensures a proper fit with adjacent cockpit elements, which translates to reducing unwanted gaps and squeaks while driving.

Construction and fitment to the dashboard

The trim panel has been designed specifically for the interior architecture of the Sharan 7N, taking into account the shape of the center console and the placement of the lighter socket. The design of the component allows for:

• precise fitting into factory mounting points on the front of the cockpit,
• maintaining original gaps between adjacent claddings,
• seamless integration with the existing lighter socket and electrical harness.

As part of the Claddings, decorative trims and decorations group, the panel directly affects the visual perception of the interior – replacing a damaged or scratched component allows you to quickly improve the appearance of the central dashboard area without interfering with the electrical installation.

Benefits of using the original panel

Using the original trim panel in a Volkswagen Sharan 7N offers a number of practical advantages:

• Factory fitment – maintaining the original stylistic line and compatibility with other cockpit elements.
• Stable socket mounting – proper support and guidance for the lighter socket, which reduces the risk of it becoming loose.
• Visual interior consistency – replacing a worn panel allows you to refresh the look of the center console without costly modifications.
• Sensible choice for repairs – a used OEM component is a compromise between quality and cost, especially for localized trim damage.

For workshops and individual users, this means a quick, predictable repair without the need to adjust aftermarket replacements with uncertain geometry.

Installation area and service application

The panel is intended for installation in the front part of the vehicle, in the dashboard area, in the immediate vicinity of the lighter socket. It works well both for post-accident repairs and for typical interior restoration when the existing component is cracked, worn, or incomplete. Thanks to the preservation of the original design, installation is based on factory mounting points, which facilitates work for services specializing in the Volkswagen brand.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trims, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen claddings, decorative trims and decorations category.

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