Removing and installing inner window slot trim strip: Audi A3

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020)

📋 Procedure

1. Move rear side window to "“open”" position.
2. Remove side trim (rear) General body repairs, interior 70. Passenger compartment trim panels; Removing and installing side trim.
3. Mask body (3) in area of B-pillar/window slot trim strip.
4. Using removal wedge T40233, slightly press outer window slot trim strip (1) off body seam (2) in area of B-pillar, as shown in illustration.
5. Pull inner window slot trim strip (2) off mounting element (1) for side window.

6. Disengage retaining lugs (4) on inner window slot trim strip from outside of B-pillar and detach outer window slot trim strip (3) from body seam.
7. Detach inner window slot trim strip.
8. Position inner window slot trim strip (1) on B-pillar so that sealing lug (7) engages in B-pillar and sealing lug (6) makes contact with body seam.
9. Position inner window slot trim strip flush against door seal.
10. Fasten retaining lugs (2 and 3) of inner window slot trim strip to outside of B-pillar.
11. Insert end (5) of inner window slot trim strip into mounting of outer window slot trim strip (4).

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