 Note
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The core of the window slot outer seal is a metal insert. |
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If it is bent or distorted, the window slot outer seal
cannot be straightened out anymore. It will remain “wavy”. |
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Therefore, the window slot outer seal must be pulled off
and pressed on evenly, without bending or distorting it. |
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Removal and installation are only described for the left
window slot outer seal. Removal and installation of the right
window slot outer seal are similar. |
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Slightly pull window slot outer seal -1-
uniformly off door flange -2--arrows a-.
Make sure not to bend the side strip. |
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Pull out window slot outer seal -1-
from beneath exterior mirror -3--arrow b-. |
Note
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The use of assembly aid is allowed. |
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The use of striking tools is not allowed for installing window
slot outer seal. |
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Slide in window slot outer seal -1-
under exterior mirror -3--arrow a-. |
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Align window slot outer seal -1- with
B-pillar and press it uniformly and by hand onto door flange-2--arrows
b-. |
Questions & answers
Removing and installing window slot outer seal — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What is the Golf Mk7 window slot outer seal?
A rubber seal along the top of the door that wipes against the outside of the glass. It has a metal core — if bent, it goes permanently wavy and must be replaced.
Can I straighten a bent Golf Mk7 window outer seal?
No. The metal core cannot be straightened. A bent or wavy seal must be replaced with a new one.
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