Using cleaning and pull-in cable -VAS 6620-, this page covers clearing blockages in the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 sunroof drain hoses — the front hoses run through the A-pillars to the plenum chamber, cleaned from the bottom drain grommet.
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Cleaning and pull-in cable -VAS 6620- |
| The front water drain hoses -2- are
routed in the A-pillars and end in the plenum chamber. |
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Cleaning is carried out from bottom drain grommet
-6- with the cleaning and pull-in cable
-VAS 6620-. |
| The rear water drain hoses -1- run
through the C-pillars and end in the rear outer floor panels. |
Note
| In models for “NAR market”, the left rear water drain hose ends in
the left wheel housing. |
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Removing rear bumper cover of corresponding model
→ Chapter. |
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Cleaning for all models is carried out from bottom drain grommet
-5- with the cleaning and pull-in cable
-VAS 6620-. |
Questions & answers
Cleaning water drain hoses — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I clean the Golf Mk7 sunroof drain hoses?
Use cleaning and pull-in cable -VAS 6620-. Feed it down through the A-pillar (front hoses) or C-pillar (rear hoses) to clear any blockage, then flush with water.
What tool is needed to clean the Golf Mk7 sunroof drains?
Cleaning and pull-in cable -VAS 6620-. It is a flexible wire that can be pushed through the narrow drain tubes to dislodge debris.
How often should I clean the Golf Mk7 sunroof drains?
The service manual does not specify an interval, but checking and clearing them annually — especially in autumn after leaf fall — prevents water leaks.
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Rear water drain hose
Left and right
Cleaning
→ Chapter
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
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Front wate ...
Note
In models for “NAR” market, the left rear water drain hose ends
in the left wheel housing.
Removing front water drain hose
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