Zekkert be1997 — Be-1997 VAG Retaining Clip

The Zekkert Be-1997 retaining clip is a small plastic fastener for trim and body panels on VAG vehicles. It is made of POM (acetal copolymer), white, with dimensions: length 17 mm, width 10.9 mm, height 13.2 mm, thickness 2.1 mm, diameter 17.8 mm, weight 0.01 kg. When replacing it, it is recognized by its distinctive shape and white plastic tabs, which lose their elasticity or break over time.

This part is used on a wide range of VAG models: for example, VW Arteon (3H7, 3H8) with 1.5 TSI petrol and 2.0 TDI diesel engines, Audi A5 (8T3) 1.8 TFSI, Skoda Kodiaq I (NS6, NS7, NV7) with 1.4 TSI and 1.5 TSI, and Seat Alhambra (710, 711) with 1.4 TSI and 1.8 TSI. When selecting, it is important to verify the Be-1997 number and the mounting location — VAG clips look similar but differ in diameter and height.

Suitable alternatives from the list include: POLCAR 7091688, TATSUMI TJB1170, POLCAR 80909585, QUATTRO FRENI QF33G00019, PATRON P37-0291, LEX WW11533 — compare dimensions and material with the original. Check compatibility by VIN or by the exact model and production year, not just by appearance. Replace the clip when it is broken, lost, or no longer holds the panel after trim removal — it is best to install a new one every time the trim is removed.