Golf GTI L4-2.0L (ABA) (1997)
Weatherstrip: Customer Interest
Front Doors - Eliminating Air Leaks
Group: 57
Number: 97-03
Date: Feb. 19, 1997
Subject:
Front Doors, Eliminating Air leaks
Model(s):
Golf, GTI, Jetta
1997 -->
Condition
Air leaks at upper rear corners of front doors may be caused by kinks occurring in rubber tube of door seal at radius -a-.
Service
If condition exists obtain these materials:
CAUTION!
Part numbers are for reference only. Always check with your Parts Dept. for the latest parts information.
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Locate hole (closest to radius -a-) in small tube of door seal -1- where radius is sharpest.
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Enlarge hole to 5.0 mm (approx. 3/16 in) using a 5.0 mm drill bit.
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Slide tube over tie-wrap to end of strap.
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Soak tie-wrap/tube in solution of dish detergent.
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Thread tie-wrap/tube through 5.0 mm hole to nearest hole on other side of radius.
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Push tie-wrap/tube (almost completely) through door seal tube.