Front Door Window Regulator: Adjustments

2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLX (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Adjustments
Window regulator, adjusting







- Loosen window regulator bolts -2 and 3-.

- Crank window to approximately (50 mm below closed position - better stabilization) tighten upper window regulator bolts -2-10 mm (0.393 in.).

- Lower window, tighten window regulator bolts -3-, 10 Nm (0.393 in.).
RENDER: 1.0x

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