JP Group Interior Step / Sill Trim Clip, Front or Rear | VW Golf & Jetta Mk2, EuroVan & Passat | OE 357 853 585 A (JP-3222-0)
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JP Group Interior Step / Sill Trim Clip — VW Golf & Jetta Mk2, EuroVan & Passat (JP-3222-0)
Short answer: JP Group JP-3222-0 is a plastic retaining clip, OE 357 853 585 A, that holds the interior step (door sill) trim on several water-cooled VWs: 1987–1992 Golf and Jetta Mk2, 1992–2003 EuroVan, Passat B3/B4 and the T5 Transporter. JP ref 1186551200. Used front and rear. Sold each.
Part numbers: JP-3222-0 · OE 357 853 585 A · JP 1186551200 · UPC 707924570557
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1987–1992 | VW Golf Mk2 / GTI | Interior step trim, front or rear (EMPI) |
| 1987–1992 | VW Jetta Mk2 | Interior step trim, front or rear (EMPI) |
| 1992–2003 | VW EuroVan | Per EMPI |
| 1990–1997 | VW Passat B3 / B4 | Per JP Group application list |
| 2003–2005 | VW T5 Transporter (non-US) | Per EMPI ("Van") |
| All | Air-cooled VW, Vanagon | Does not fit |
The 357 853 585 A clip is used in several places on these cars. Compare it with your old clip before ordering more than one; the number of clips per car varies by model and trim.
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), US distributor EMPI |
| Part number | JP-3222-0 |
| VW OE number | 357 853 585 A |
| JP Group reference | 1186551200 |
| UPC | 707924570557 |
| Material | Plastic |
| Position | Interior step / sill trim, front or rear |
| Sold as | Each |
| Shipping weight | 0.8 lb, 10 x 8 x 1 in carton (EMPI published) |
| Condition | New |
What's Included
- One trim clip
Not Included
- Step / sill trim panel
- Other door or kick-panel clips
Why It Matters
Plastic trim clips go brittle with age and heat. They snap the first time a sill trim is pulled for carpet, wiring or rust work, and a missing clip lets the trim lift, rattle and catch on shoes.
Buying new clips before the job means the trim goes back tight and quiet. At this price it pays to order a few spares. JP Group is a Danish maker of replacement parts for classic and later Volkswagens, sold in the US through EMPI. Washburn's Metal in Orange, CA lists each JP part with its VW OE number and JP reference so you can check it against your old part before you order.
Installation Notes
- Pry the old trim up gently with a plastic trim tool, as close to each clip as you can.
- Pull any broken clip pieces out of the body holes.
- Press the new clip onto the trim (or into the hole, depending on location), line up all clips and push the trim home until each clip seats.
- Do not hammer the trim; press by hand along its length.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it fit my 1990 Jetta?
Yes. EMPI lists 1987–1992 Jetta and Golf Mk2.
How many do I need?
It depends on the model. Count the clips on your trim; most cars use several. Ordering a few spares is wise.
Is this the same as VW 357 853 585 A?
Yes. EMPI lists JP-3222-0 as OE 357 853 585 A.
Front or rear?
EMPI lists it for front and rear step trim.
Does it fit an EuroVan?
Yes, 1992–2003 EuroVan per EMPI.
Is it new?
Yes, new JP Group.
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