Door Seal, Checking and Adjusting

Door seal, checking and adjusting

Note: Door seals which are roughened at the top of the A-pillar must always be replaced with new seals. The new door seals have no lubrication coating in this area.




The door seal must also be replaced if a crease is formed when the seal is pressed from side as shown (arrow -A-).




The outward-facing lip of the door seal must seal against the upper edge of the window glass when the power window in the door is closed against the convertible top.

Note: The convertible top is shown open for a better illustration.




When replacing a door seal, check for presence of moisture in filler -1- inside of roof frame.

If pressure is applied to the filler (part no. 8G0 853 265 C/266C) and moisture comes out, this indicates that the surface is damaged and the foam plastic molding must be replaced.

CAUTION! Part numbers are listed here for reference only. Always check with your Parts department for the latest information.

- When installing door seal, spray D 001 007 or equivalent onto corners in shaded area, as shown.





CAUTION! When installing, it is important to make sure that water can drain out through the drain hole. The water must be able to drain freely through the retaining strip of the A-pillar trim molding.




- Glue seal on with rubber seal adhesive (arrow -B-).
- Lightly glue seal on over a distance of about 20 mm (25/32 in.) from top at start of A-pillar.




If water enters inside of A-pillar, it must be able to drain out freely through drain hole (arrow).

- Glue on self-adhesive seal -1- (Part No.431 819 225) as shown, to allow water 10 reach drain hole.

CAUTION! Part numbers are listed here for reference only.