Volkswagen VW Tiguan 5N Dashboard Dash Glove Box Storage Tray 5M2857114E

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Volkswagen VW Tiguan 5N Dashboard Dash Glove Box Storage Tray is an original Volkswagen interior component designed for installation in the upper part of the cockpit. This practical, lockable storage compartment provides a convenient space for small accessories, improving the organization and aesthetics of the cabin. Thanks to its factory design, it matches the dashboard's styling lines and helps maintain a cohesive interior look.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-5M2857114E
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5M2857114E
• Substitutable numbers: 5M2857114E, 5M2 857 114 E
• Part type: Complete Glove Box
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and function in the Volkswagen Tiguan 5N

The presented storage tray is a component mounted in the central part of the dashboard of the first-generation Tiguan (5N). Its purpose is to provide additional, easily accessible space for everyday items – documents, keys, cards, and small electronics. The storage tray's design was developed by the vehicle manufacturer, which translates into:

• consistent fit to the shape of the dashboard,
• preservation of the original interior styling lines,
• secure mounting in factory installation points.

Construction and functional properties

The storage tray belongs to the Storage compartments, doors, and locks group, responsible for functional item storage in the cabin. The construction is based on a housing integrated with a lid, which creates a uniform surface with the dashboard when closed. This solution reduces cabin noise and secures the contents from shifting while driving.

Original manufacturing by Volkswagen ensures the appropriate rigidity and stability of the component, as well as proper interaction with adjacent cockpit parts. As a result, there are no unwanted gaps or unnatural clearances between elements after installation.

Benefits of using an original storage tray

Using a factory dashboard storage tray in the Tiguan 5N offers a number of practical benefits:

• Original fitment – a component designed specifically for this model, which facilitates installation and ensures a proper fit.
• Cohesive interior aesthetics – maintaining the factory look of the cockpit without visual compromises.
• Functional space for small items – convenient access for the driver and passenger, without interfering with other interior zones.
• Stable operation of the opening mechanism – a design intended for repeated, daily use.

Condition and service application

The item comes from disassembly and is offered as a used part, making it an attractive solution for accident repairs, replacing a damaged storage tray, or restoring the interior to factory condition. Choosing an original component from this group allows you to reduce the risk of installation problems typical of aftermarket parts with universal designs.

Expanding the storage zone in your Volkswagen

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the storage zone in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as additional storage compartments, doors, or lid locks, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen storage compartments, doors, and locks category.

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