Undamaged 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: V. A. G 1561 A
Window Cutter - L Blade (2 pc.): V. A. G 1561/22

-- Remove the C-pillar trim panel. Refer to VEHICLE INTERIOR TRIM PANELS .

-- Remove the D-pillar trim panel. Refer to VEHICLE INTERIOR TRIM PANELS .

-- 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.

-- Cut through the adhesive bead from the vehicle interior all around the side window using the Window Cutter: V. A. G 1561A and Window Cutter - L Blade (2 pc.): V. A. G 1561/22 . This also cuts through the locating pins on the side window.

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

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