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General body repairs, exterior

Removing broken front side window

In this manual: General body repairs, exterior
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Removal of a broken front side window is performed in the same manner as the removal of a broken rear window → Chapter.

Removing and installing rear side window

Note
The removal of a bonded window is described using the Removal kit for flush bonded windows -V.A.G 1474 A-.
Alternatively, you can also use the cutting tool for bonded windows -VAS 6452-.
Another alternative is to use the window removal set -VAS 6888-.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Removal kit for flush bonded windows -V.A.G 1474 A- or Removal kit for flush bonded windows -VAS 6452-
Suction lifter -V.A.G 1344-
Cutting tool -V.A.G 1351-
Windscreen removal kit -V.A.G 1755-
Cartridge gun -V.A.G 1628-

Removing

Note The removal and installation sequence is described for the rear left side window only. Removal and installation of the rear right window are similar.

Cartridge heater -V.A.G 1939-
Cartridge heater -V.A.G 1939-
  • Remove side trim panel → General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70.

Protect surrounding parts against damage.

  • Using the awl -V.A.G 1474/2-, pull cutting cord -1- through the adhesive sealant at the place shown in the illustration.
  • Press seal aside so that it is not damaged.
Removing broken front side window
  • Insert cutting cord -3- behind seal in window flange with aid of tube -1-.
Removing broken front side window
  • Secure one end of cord -3- to pull handle -V.A.G 1351/1--2- to counterhold.
  • Pull other end of cord -2- through adhesive sealant as well.
  • Secure other end of cord to reel device -V.A.G 1654 A--3-.
  • Turn reel device -V.A.G 1654 A--3- accordingly and cut window free.
  • Press cutting cord against window glass with plastic wedge during cutting process, in order to have clearance at window flange.
Removing broken front side window
  • Instead of reel device -V.A.G 1654--3-, reel device -V.A.G 1654 A--3- can be used.
  • One suction cup can be removed from the reel device -V.A.G 1654--3- as shown in illustration. This ensures that the reel device -V.A.G 1654 A--3- roller can be guided closer to the window flange.

Installing

  • Preparing old undamaged window for glazing → Chapter.
  • Preparing new window for glazing → Chapter.
  • Preparing body flange for glazing → Chapter.
  • Installation instructions → Chapter
  • Minimum curing period → Chapter
Removing broken front side window

Removing broken rear side window

Removal of a broken rear side window is performed in the same manner as the removal of a broken rear window → Chapter.

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