Undamaged Rear Window

Flush Bonded Windows

Undamaged Rear Window

• If window will be reused, make sure the window defroster and antenna module electrical connectors are not damaged.





- Remove the C-pillar trim and rear shelf.

- Disconnect connections for heated rear window on right and left - 5 - and secure them to window with adhesive tape.

- Remove the headliner.

- Lower the headliner just far enough so that it is possible to cut out the rear window without damaging the headliner.

- Remove the high-mounted brake lamp.

- Unclip antenna modules - 1, 3 and 4 - from rear window and disconnect harness connectors.

- Antenna modules are adhered to window with double-sided adhesive tape. Carefully pry antenna modules off window. Always replace damaged adhesive tape.

- Insert the cutting wire into the window flange using a tube.

- Push cutting cord through adhesive sealant into vehicle interior at lower area of rear window using awl from (V.A.G 1474 A).





- Pull the outer end of the cord in and hold it with the (V.A.G 1351/1).

- Secure the inner end of the cord to the reel device.

- Move the reel device as needed and cut the windshield out.

- While cutting, press the cutting cord against the window with a plastic wedge in order to have clearance from the window flange.