Install the rear window

Install the rear window 

• Check the seal (1) on the rear window for damage, replace if necessary.
• Replacement: 

  Stick the seal (1) on the left and right on the marks of the rear window.

• Replace the left and right Dual Lock tapes (2).

  Parts:  Dual lock straps

• Keep 2 glue cartridges ready.
• Prepare 1 glue cartridge with standard nozzle C.
• Apply bead joint in area (3).
• Apply adhesive bead within the mark (tolerance band) on the rear window.

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• Carefully perform the following actions on the rear window (1) with the suction lifter
  • Set on bottom
  • Align sides evenly
  • Press it evenly and adjust the gap dimension

  Make sure that the gap seal (3) on the left and right lies on the tailgate correctly.

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Gap between roof outer skin and glass roof
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	b	2.1 +1.6-1.8 mm

• Measure the recess (A) of the rear window (1) to the roof outer skin (2) with the special tool 0 495 259 (51 0 010) .
• Measure recessed (A) on left and right at the outer edge of the rear window.
• Measure gap dimension (B) with the special tool 0 496 076 (00 9 470)  .
• Engage the rear window into the hook and loop tapes (Dual Lock tape) in this position and affix to the roof with adhesive tape.
• Connect connectors (3) and lock.
• Connect and lock connectors (2) and clip in at the cable brackets.
• Tighten the screws (1).

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