Undamaged side window, removing

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Remove side trim. Refer to 70 - INTERIOR TRIM .
Remove B-pillar trim. Refer to 70 - INTERIOR TRIM .
Removing side support for luggage compartment cover and removing C-pillar trim. Refer to 70 - INTERIOR TRIM .
Insert plastic wedge between sealing lip and window flange.

Loosen sealing lip from window flange all around and spray in Cleaning solution D 009 401 04 (as a substitute for lubricant).

Fig 1: Pushing Cutting Cord Through Adhesive Sealant Into Vehicle Interior

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Push cutting cord through adhesive sealant into vehicle interior using awl (from V.A.G 1474 ).

Fig 2: Guiding In Cutting Cord Between Lip And Window Flange Using Small Tube

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Using small tube - 1 - , guide in cutting cord between lip and window flange.
For very narrow gap dimensions, guide cutting cord from outside and press under lip using plastic wedge.
Place cutting cord around side window.

Fig 3: Cutting Window Free Using V.A.G 1351 & V.A.G 1654

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At outer cord end, attach pulling grip from V.A.G 1351 to counterhold.
Secure inner cord end to Spooling tool V.A.G 1654 A and cut window free by positioning spooling tool.
While cutting free, press cutting cord against window using plastic wedge in order to have clearance from window flange.

Remove luggage compartment trim in upper area. Refer to 70 - INTERIOR TRIM .
Removing C- and D-pillar trim. Refer to 70 - INTERIOR TRIM
Insert plastic wedge between sealing lip and window flange.
Loosen seal from window flange all around and spray in cleaning solution D 009 401 04 (as a substitute for lubricant).

Fig 1: Pushing Cutting Cord Through Adhesive Sealant Into Vehicle Interior

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Push cutting cord through adhesive sealant into vehicle interior using awl (from V.A.G 1474 ).

Fig 2: Guiding In Cutting Cord Between Seal And Window Flange Using Small Tube

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Using small tube - 1 - , guide in cutting cord between seal and window flange.
Pull through outer cord end inward and counterhold using Pulling grip V.A.G 1351/1.
Secure one cord end to Spooling tool V.A.G 1654 A and cut window free by positioning spooling tool.

Fig 3: Cutting Window Free Using V.A.G. 1654 A

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While cutting free, press cutting cord against window using plastic wedge in order to have clearance from window flange.
In area of C-pillar, two securing pins are installed on window. Securing pins are cut through when cutting through adhesive bead.

Window is re-installed without securing pins since they are not available as replacement parts.

Fig 4: Placing Roller Of Spooling Tool Closer To Window Flange

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As shown in illustration, one suction cup can be removed from spooling tool. By doing this, roller of spooling tool can be placed closer to window flange.