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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003NEW BEETLE (1C1) L4-2.0L (AVH)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWINDOWS AND GLASSWINDSHIELDSERVICE AND REPAIRWINDSHIELD, ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (1C1) L4-2.0L (AVH)
Windshield, Assembly Overview
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (1C1) L4-2.0L (AVH)SECTION Windshield, Assembly Overview
Windshield, Assembly Overview
1 - Windshield
- Removing windshield
- Installing windshield
- Removing and installing rain sensor
2 - PUR adhesive sealant
- Bead cross section: Width = 7 mm, height = 11 mm (including pre-coating, residual material on window glass and window flange)
- Minimum curing time
3 - Dimension - a - = 4 mm
4 - Sealing lip (component part of pre-coating)
5 - A-pillar
6 - A-pillar trim
7 - Window adjuster
- 443 845 631 A
8 - Outer plenum chamber cover
9 - PUR adhesive sealant joint
- Central within area of dimension - b - = 130 to 170 mm
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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.