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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003GOLF (1J1) L4-1.8L TURBO (AWW)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWINDOWS AND GLASSWINDOWSWINDOW GLASSSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION NOTES
2003 Volkswagen Golf (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWW)
Installation Notes
2003 Volkswagen Golf (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWW)SECTION Installation Notes
Installation Notes
- Apply adhesive material all around onto pre-coating - 1 - at right angle to window.
CAUTION: Window must be installed within 10 minutes, otherwise bonding properties of window adhesive will be impaired.
- Insert window into window cut out using two double suction lifters Suction lifters VAG 1344), center and press in up to spacer.
- Gap dimension of windshield.
- Secure windshield using window adjuster (443 845 631 A) during curing time.
- Plenum chamber cover must always be installed as described on page.
- Re-affix any stickers (e.g. for airbag).
- When installing mirror - 1 -, attach at 6090 ° offset to installation position and turn - arrow - until retaining spring engages.
- Insert rubber seal for axle of rear windshield wiper motor into rear window.
- For Jetta, check gap dimension between rear lid and rear window using Adjusting gauge 3371; rear window gap dimension.
- Rear window gap dimension.
- Activator must not be applied onto distributing wire for window heater.
- Secure rear window using adhesive tape during curing time.
- For Jetta, secure rear window using window adjusters (443 845 631 A) during curing time.
- If adhesive bead has been applied too thick and adhesive expands onto area of window heating, then excess adhesive must be removed.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.