Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals > Passat (B3) > Body | General body repairs | Glazing/window mechanism | Flush bonded windows | Removing and installing rear window (saloon)

Removing broken rear window

–	Remove D-pillar trim, rear shelf and end strip (moulded headliner/window) → Chapter.

Note

It is only necessary to take out the rear shelf if remains of glass need removing.

–	Protect body and interior against damage from glass splinters.

–	Remove pieces of glass up to adhesive sealing material.

–	Pull off connectors for rear window heating and aerial.

–	Cut through adhesive sealing material (with remains of glass) in window opening with electric cutter and blade -V.A.G 1561/10- (with stop roller).

WARNING

Mask off window opening when working with cutting tool or electric cutter. Always wear protective goggles and leather gloves.

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