Tailgate Glass Removing/Installing

General information

Note
Replacement bonded rear window glass is now supplied with a pre-coated PUR beading

1- sealing lip

2- spacer flange

3- application area for adhesive

4- rear window glass





Tools required


CAUTION
Part numbers are listed for reference only. Always consult with the Parts Department for latest information.


^ tool kit VW 1351 for removing rear glass





^ caulking gun
^ double suction pad





^ commercial electric or pneumatic cutter





^ handmade tube to pull cutting wire under sealing lip Outer 4.0 mm (5/32 in.)

Inner 3.0 mm (1/8 in.)

A = 100 mm (approx. 3.9 in.)

B = 15 mm (approx. 19/32 in.)

C = 1.8 mm (approx. 5/64 in.)

* grind down wall of tube to achieve dimension

D = 1.25 mm (3/64 in.)

Not shown

^ protective goggles
^ utility knife
^ protective gloves (leather)
^ cloth or duct tape
^ awl (from tool kit VW 1474) or equivalent