OVERVIEW
Close the original body opening with the correct plug
1K0-899-185 is the Genuine VW/Audi sealing plug used at the specified original body openings. Its formed edge and seating profile fit the matching aperture and restore the original closure where a plug is missing or damaged.
An open or poorly seated body aperture can admit water or dirt and leave the original trim or body cavity incomplete. The correct plug profile matters because different openings on the same vehicle may use different diameters and retention arrangements.
Technical details
- Complete factory number: 1K0-899-185.
- Factory specification: factory body sealing plug, complete number 1K0-899-185.
- Design: round molded plug with a shaped perimeter and central feature, as pictured.
- Quantity supplied: one individual body plug.
One individual plug is supplied. Body panels, trim, sealant and other plugs are separate. This small replacement closure is fitted only to its matching original aperture.
Common reasons to replace
- The original plug is missing after body or trim service.
- The perimeter is damaged and the plug will not seat correctly.
- The plug is cracked, hardened or otherwise deteriorated.
- A leak inspection identifies the assigned opening as the entry point.
Inspect the aperture edge for corrosion, distortion and debris. A new plug cannot repair damaged sheet metal or seal a different opening. Confirm the actual source of water entry before replacement.
Vehicle fitment
Use only in the listed original plug locations. Match the full part number and aperture profile; this plug is not a universal closure for every body opening.
| Vehicle | Model years | Engine | Configuration | Application restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen Passat | 2013 | 2.5L gasoline; 3.6L VR6 gasoline; 2.0L TDI | NMS sedan | Assigned trunk-lid grommet/plug position; match original plug and opening. |
| Volkswagen Passat | 2020 | 2.0L turbocharged gasoline | NMS sedan | Assigned trunk-lid grommet/plug position; match original opening and plug number. |
| Volkswagen Cabrio | 1999, 2001 | 2.0L gasoline | Convertible | Assigned rear floor/spare-bracket cover-plug position; match original opening. |
Installation guidance
Clean and inspect the original opening, then install the plug in the correct orientation according to the body repair procedure. Use only the sealing material specified for that location if the procedure calls for it.
Confirm the entire perimeter is seated and the plug is retained. Check adjacent trim clearance and perform the appropriate water-entry check when repairing a leak.
Ordering information
One individual Genuine VW/Audi body sealing plug. Body panels, trim and other closures are separate. Confirm original plug and installation location.