Undamaged Side Window, Removing

Undamaged Side Window, Removing

- Remove luggage compartment trim in upper area.
- Removing C- and D-pillar trim.
- Insert plastic wedge between sealing lip and window flange.
- Loosen seal from window flange all around and spray in cleaning solution D 009 401 04 (as a substitute for lubricant).







- Push cutting cord through adhesive sealant into vehicle interior using awl (from V.A.G1474).







- Using small tube - 1 -, guide in cutting cord between seal and window flange.
- Pull through outer cord end inward and counterhold using Pulling grip V.A.G 1351/1.
- Secure one cord end to Spooling tool V.A.G1654A and cut window free by positioning spooling tool.







- While cutting free, press cutting cord against window using plastic wedge in order to have clearance from window flange.
- In area of C-pillar, two securing pins are installed on window. Securing pins are cut through when cutting through adhesive bead.

Window is re-installed without securing pins since they are not available as replacement parts.







- As shown in illustration, one suction cup can be removed from spooling tool. By doing this, roller of spooling tool can be placed closer to window flange.