Volkswagen Golf Mk5 Center Console Ashtray Storage Lighter 12V Socket 5K0857961

Volkswagen Golf Mk5 Ashtray Storage Compartment Cigarette Lighter 12V Socket is a practical item from the Console Parts group, designed for installation in the front interior. The integrated storage compartment, ashtray, cigarette lighter, and 12V socket module allows for convenient use of accessory power and keeps the cabin tidy, maintaining the cohesive look of the factory Volkswagen dashboard.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5K0857961
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5K0857961
• Substitutable numbers: 5K0857961, 5K0 857 961
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and Function in the Center Console

The presented module is designed for installation in the front part of the console, in an area easily accessible to the driver and passenger. It combines the functions of a lockable storage compartment, an ashtray, and 12V power supply, allowing for ergonomic placement of accessories within the vehicle's interior. This provides the driver with quick access to the power socket, and keeps the interior organized.

This type of solution is particularly useful in daily use when powering mobile devices, navigation systems, or other electrical consumers is needed, while also maintaining the factory appearance of the dashboard. The integrated design reduces the number of separate components, simplifying installation and subsequent operation.

Construction, Color Scheme, and Interior Integration

The item has been designed for full integration with the Volkswagen dashboard. The black finish allows for a cohesive match with most interior configurations used in this model, avoiding the visual effect of an "add-on" that deviates from the rest of the console. The module includes a storage compartment housing with a flap, an ashtray space, and a built-in 12V power socket.

The construction intended for installation in the front of the vehicle ensures stable seating in the console and reduces the risk of looseness or unwanted noises during driving. The implemented functional layout allows for convenient opening and closing of the storage compartment, as well as intuitive access to the power socket.

Benefits of Using an Original Part

Using an original solution from the Console Parts group helps maintain the factory ergonomics and aesthetics of the Volkswagen interior. Compared to aftermarket alternatives, such a module is designed for a specific model, which translates to proper fit with adjacent dashboard elements and correct operation of opening and closing mechanisms.

The main advantages of this type of solution include:

• cohesive appearance with other center console elements,
• ergonomic placement of the ashtray, storage compartment, and 12V socket,
• easy access to accessory power inside the cabin,
• preservation of the vehicle's factory interior character.

Selecting a Used Part and Compatibility

When choosing a used ashtray, storage compartment, cigarette lighter, and 12V socket module for a Volkswagen, it is crucial to verify compatibility with the specific equipment version and vehicle year. It is worth paying attention to the manufacturer's markings and reference numbers to avoid problems with installation and visual fit.

If you want to better understand how to professionally select used interior components and other parts for your car, the following guide will be helpful: No More Wrong Purchases – How to Choose Used Car Parts and Check OEM Compatibility. You will find practical tips there on how to minimize the risk of mistakes when purchasing interior vehicle components.

Expanding Console Modernization in a Volkswagen

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the center console area in your Volkswagen and need other parts from the same group, such as control panels, console frames, or additional storage modules, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Console Parts category.