When the rain stops, I'll get to my Cali and take a photo. Use plastic trim tool to prise out.
Sorry for delay.
Here are photos of how to remove the DSG gearstick cowl.
You'll need a T15 Torx screwdriver to remove a single screw at the front inside of the small cubby hole.
I also find it beneficial to use a bit of masking tape (or similar) to hold the screw at the end of the screwdriver when re-attaching this screw.
There are 4 plastic sprung clips....one at either end and two on the long edge facing inside the van. The photos will make these clear.
1. Open the cubby hole, remove the black plastic mat, remove the T15 Torx screw.
2. Use a small plastic trim tool to gently prise up the cowl trim. These do not need much effort to lift.
3. Lift the cowl clear and up the DSG gear stick.
4. You can now see the full DSG gearstick beneath the cowl, and you'll notice the plastic gearstick gate. This is normally greased. If dry then reapply some grease around the gearstick gate.
5. Do your tests to identify where the gearstick is squeaking.
6. Lower the cowl in to position and push home.
7. Re-insert the T15 torz screw. This is where I attach the screw inline to the screwdriver with a little masking tape.
8. Re-insert the black plastic mat.