Golf GLS L4-2.0L (AEG) (2001)
Back Window Glass: Service and Repair
Undamaged Rear Window, Removing
Undamaged Rear Window, Removing
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Remove rear lid trim.
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Disconnect connectors for heated rear window and press connector tabs onto window.
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Removing rear window wiper motor.
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Removing auxiliary brake light.
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Loosen sealing lip from window flange using plastic wedge and spray in Cleaning solution D 009 401 04 (as a substitute for lubricant).
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Insert guide needle - 2 - under sealing lip - 3 - using handle - 1 - and knock through adhesive bead (use side area on lower edge of rear window).
Hold guide needle as close to glass as possible.
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Remove handle and thread cutting cord through eye of needle.
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Using pliers and wearing gloves, pull one end of cutting cord into vehicle interior.
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Using small tube - 1 -, guide in cutting cord between lip and window flange.
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For very narrow gap dimensions, guide cutting cord from outside and press under lip using plastic wedge.
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Place cutting cord around window as shown.
NOTE: Press in cutting cord far enough to prevent damage to lip/spacer.
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Pull through outer cord end inward and secure to Pulling grip V.A.G1351/1 to counterhold.