Undamaged Rear Window, Removing

Undamaged Rear Window, Removing

- Disconnect connectors for heated rear window and press connector tabs onto window.
- Remove parcel shelf.
- Removing upper C-pillar trim.
- Loosen sealing lip from window flange using plastic wedge and spray in Cleaning solution D 009 401 04 (as a substitute for lubricant).
- Insert cutting cord into window flange using small tube.

NOTE: Press in cutting cord far enough to prevent damage to lip/spacer.







- Push cutting cord through adhesive sealant into vehicle interior using awl (from V.A.G1474A).
- Pull through outer cord end inward and counterhold using Pulling grip V.A.G1351/1.
- Secure inner cord end to spooling tool.
- Position Spooling tool V.A.G1654.







- Insert protective foil -1 - (V.A.G 1474/14) between rear window and headliner.
- Move spooling tool according to position required and cut windshield free.
- While cutting free, press cutting cord against window using plastic wedge in order to have clearance from window flange.







- In place of Spooling tool V.A.G1654, spooling tool V.A.G1654A can also be used.







- 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.