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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing window slot inner seal

This page covers removing the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 left window slot inner seal (the right side is similar) — after removing the front door trim, lift the seal off starting from one end.

  Note
Removal and installation are only described for the left window slot inner seal. Removal and installation of the right window slot outer seal are similar.
   

Removing and installing window slot inner seal

Removing
–  Remove front door trim → General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70.
–  Lift off window slot inner seal -1- uniformly from flange -2- without bending or distorting it.
Installing
–  Centre window slot inner seal -1--arrows a- and press it uniformly and by hand at front onto door flange -2-.

    Questions & answers

    Removing and installing window slot inner seal — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    What is the Golf Mk7 window slot inner seal?
    A rubber seal on the inside of the door window aperture that wipes against the inner surface of the glass, preventing water and dust from entering the cabin.
    How do I replace the Golf Mk7 inner window seal?
    Remove the door trim, peel back the vapour barrier, pull the old seal out of its channel and press the new one in.
    Removing and installing window slot outer seal
    Removing   Note   The core of the window slot outer seal is a metal insert.   If it is bent or di ...

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