Damaged Side Window, Removing

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Pay attention to the repair information. Refer to REPAIR INFORMATION .

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Window Cutter:VAG1561A
Window Cutter - Blade, Offset:VAG1561/10

-- Remove the left and right C-pillar trim panel. Refer to C-PILLAR TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the left and right D-pillar trim panel. Refer to D-PILLAR TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- In the window glass cutting area, protect the side panel and roof against paint damage with adhesive tape.

CAUTION:

Risk of injury to the hands and eyes from glass fragments.

Getting cut is possible.

- Wear protective eyewear.

- Wear safety gloves.

-- Protect the body and vehicle interior from glass splinters.

-- Tape off the flange all the way around with fabric-reinforced adhesive tape.

-- Remove the glass pieces up to the adhesive sealant.

-- Slide the protective film (for example from :VAS6452 ) between the trim panels and the window rests.

-- Cut through the adhesive sealant (with glass remnants) in the opening for the window using a :VAG1561A and :VAG1561/10 (with stopper roll).

-- Loosen the trim molding from the side window molding. Refer to TRIM MOLDING, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, SIDE WINDOW .