Overview - Windshield

Fig 1: Identifying Windshield Assembly Component Parts

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Windshield
- Removing, refer to WINDSHIELD, REMOVING .
- Installing, refer to WINDSHIELD, INSTALLING .
PUR Adhesive Sealant
- Bead diameter: -Width b- = 7.5 mm -Height a- Height = 12 mm (including the precoating, residual material on the window and the window flange)
- Minimum curing time, refer to MINIMUM CURING TIME .
Body Flange
- Paint damage. For repair, refer to PAINT DAMAGE, REPAIRING .
Gap Dimension
- Must be the same on the left and right sides
Gap Dimension
- Must be even
Window Adjuster
- 443 845 631 A
Retainer
- Is a part of the windshield
Plenum Chamber Cover
- Must only be pulled out of binding profile by hand.
- Removing and installing, refer to PLENUM CHAMBER COVER .
Adhesive Bead End
- Apply the adhesive bead in this area