Rear Window Overview

2011 Volkswagen Golf Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.5 A, StandardSECTION Rear Window Overview
Fig 1: Identifying Rear Window Components
GWWN64-10385Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Rear Window 
  2. PUR Adhesive Sealant 
    • Bead diameter: width = 6.5 mm -dimension b- height = 10 mm -dimension a- (including pre-coating, residual material on window glass and window flange).
    • Apply the bead of adhesive on the side edge of the window glass.
    • Minimum curing time, refer to MINIMUM CURING TIME .
  3. Body Flange 
  4. Spacer 
  5. Window Defrosting Connector 
  6. Antenna Connectors 
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