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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2001CABRIO GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEROOF AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTSCONVERTIBLE TOPSERVICE AND REPAIRPROCEDURESWIND DEFLECTOR, RETROFITTING
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)
Wind Deflector, Retrofitting
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Wind Deflector, Retrofitting
Wind Deflector, Retrofitting
- Remove lower bolts - 1 - ( M6 x 12) for rear seat.
- Install wind deflector - 2 - over angle brackets for seat bench with bolts - 3 - ( M6 x 20), tightening torque 8 Nm.
- Mark dimension - a - (- a - =157 mm) at center on anti-roll bar using tape measure.
For vehicles from VIN 1ERK015 228 on
- Locate perforation - 1 - through foam strip and mark.
- Break perforation - 1 - off anti-roll bar cover, cut away any foam strips - 2 - located above it using a knife.
For vehicles up to VIN 1ERK 015 228
- Using hole punch (dia. 29 mm) - 1 -, knock out marked area in foam strip - 2 - and anti-roll bar cover - 3 -.
- Insert push button mount into recesses and mark bore for hollow rivet on anti-roll bar.
- Drill hole dia. 3.5 mm for hollow rivet in anti-roll bar.
All models
- Rivet push button mount to anti-roll bar.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.