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Sound Proofing / Insulation: Service and Repair

Roof Insulation and Reinforcement

Removing

CAUTION:  Observe safety precautions for working on airbags.

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If present, open sunroof.

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Disconnect vehicle battery.

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Remove sun visors.

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Remove roof grab handle.

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Remove lights and switch in molded headliner.

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Remove roof end strip

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Remove upper A-pillar trim

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Remove upper B-pillar trim. Belt anchors or front belt anchor rails do not have to be removed.

2-door only

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Remove seat bench .

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Remove backrest.

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Remove side trim.

4-door only

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Remove seat bench -Rear Seat Bench .

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Remove 4-door side upholstery:
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with rear side airbags.

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without rear side airbags.

All vehicles

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Remove luggage compartment cover side compartment

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Remove trim on C-pillars.

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Remove molded headliner.

NOTE:  A different vehicle is shown as an example in the following illustrations. Removal and installation of insulation/reinforcements is same in
Rabbit/GTI.

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Cut roof insulation/reinforcements - 1 - in direction of travel in strips approx. 6 cm wide - 2 - using a carpet knife.

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Pull off strips - 2 - from roof.

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Cut back adhesive residue - 3 - using electric cutter V.A.G 1561 A and cutting blade V.A.G 1561/20 - 4 -.

NOTE:  If paint structure was damaged while removing roof insulation/reinforcements, paint damage must be repaired in accordance with
specifications in Repair Manual Paint .

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