Rear Side Window, Removing And Installing: Notes
Removing the bonded windows is described using the Flush Bonded Window Kit :VAG1474 B . The tools needed are also described in Cutting Tool for Bonded Windows :VAS6452 .
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Flush Bonded Window Kit :VAG1474 B or Cutting Tool for Bonded Windows :VAS6452
- Double Suction Lifter :VAG1344
- Bonded Window Tool Kit :VAG1351
- Window Removing Kit :VAG1755
- Cartridge Gun :VAG1628
- Cartridge Heater :VAG1939A
Undamaged Window Glass, Removing
Protect the surrounding components from damage.
-- Insert the cutting cord -3- behind the seal -1- into the window flange using the small tube -2-.
-- Secure the cutting wire -2- with the :VAG1351/1 -4-.
-- Fold up the seal near -5- -arrows a- and protect it from the cutting wire.
-- Cut through the adhesive bead using "sawing" movements -b arrows- with the :VAG1351/1 .
The cutting wire will cut through the centering pins -3- without any problem. More force may be needed.
An undamaged side window will be installed again without clips.
Installing
Prepare the undamaged window for glazing. Refer to UNDAMAGED WINDOW GLASS, PREPARING FOR GLAZING .
New Window, Preparing for Glazing. Refer to NEW WINDOW GLASS, PREPARING FOR GLAZING .
Body Flange, Preparing for Glazing. Refer to BODY FLANGE, PREPARING FOR GLAZING .
Installation Instructions. Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR BONDED WINDOWS .
Minimum Curing Time. Refer to MINIMUM CURING TIMES FOR BONDED WINDOWS .