Assembly overview

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NOTE:

The printed gap covers on window edges have been discontinued in vehicles as of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 400 001.
New windows without gap covers can be installed retroactively in older vehicles.

Fig 1: Rear Window (Avant), Assembly Overview

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1 - Rear window

Undamaged side window, removing → Undamaged rear window, removing .
Removing damaged rear window → Damaged rear window, removing .
Dimension - a - even out when installing.

2 - Adhesive bead

Observe curing times → Minimum curing times!
Note varying spacing dimensions to window edge.
Dimension - b - = 6 mm
Dimension - c - = 38 mm

Dimension - d - = 6 mm
Bead cross section
Bead width = 8 +2 mm
Bead height = 13.5 +1.5 mm

3 - High-mount brake light

Removed before removing rear window. Refer to
- 94 LIGHTS, SWITCHES - EXTERIOR
- 94 LIGHTS, SWITCHES - EXTERIOR for ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, CABRIOLET

4 - Sealing strips

Pull off before removing rear window.

5 - Seal for rear window wiper

CAUTION: When installing window, the axle of windshield wiper motor must be centered on grommet, otherwise there will be leaks.