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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2008A3 BASE, 2.0 E, AUTOMATIC DCTREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEWINDOWSGLASS, WINDOW REGULATORSGLASS, WINDOW REGULATORSDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONREAR WINDOWREAR WINDOW ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
2008 Audi A3 Base, 2.0 E, Automatic DCT
Rear Window Assembly Overview
2008 Audi A3 Base, 2.0 E, Automatic DCTSECTION Rear Window Assembly Overview
- Rear Window
- Undamaged side window, removing, refer to UNDAMAGED REAR WINDOW .
- Removing damaged rear window, refer to DAMAGED REAR WINDOW .
- Align distance -a- to rear lid at top and bottom.
- Adhesive Sealing Material
- Note varying spacing dimensions to window edge.
- Space to upper window edge -a- = 18.5 mm.
- Space to lower window edge, dimension = 21 mm
- Space to side window edge, dimension = 12 mm
- Dimension for primer application and adhesive bead cross-section Figure
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.