Installation notes

2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4Motion, 4D SedanSECTION Installation notes
Fig 1: Applying Adhesive Material All Around Onto Pre-Coating -1-
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  • Apply adhesive material all around onto pre-coating - - at right angle to window.
CAUTION: Window must be installed within 10 minutes, otherwise bonding properties of window adhesive will be impaired.
  • Insert window into window cut out using two Double suction lifters V.A.G 1344, center and press in up to spacer.
  • Gap dimension of windshield: → Windshield, assembly overview 
  • Rear window gap dimension: → Rear window, assembly overview 
  • Gap dimension of rear window, wagon, 4.5 mm all around.
  • Secure windshield using Window adjuster 443 845 631 A during curing time.
  • Plenum chamber cover must always be installed as described: → Plenum chamber cover, removing and installing .
  • Re-affix any stickers (e.g. for airbag).
Fig 2: Installing Rear View Mirror
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  • Secure rear window using adhesive tape during curing time.
  • If adhesive bead has been applied too thick and adhesive expands onto area of window heating, then excess adhesive must be removed.
  • First install side window of wagon using securing pins.
  • When re-using removed window:
Fig 3: Insert Window Into Body Flange And Align To C-Pillar -A- And D-Pillar -B-
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  • Insert window into body flange and align to C-pillar - arrow A  - and D-pillar - arrows B  -.
  • Secure side window using adhesive tape during curing time.
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