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Removing and installing rear window frame — AUDI

Removing and installing rear window frame on Audi: 12 steps. What to remove, in what order, and what to check after.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

12 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 42

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  • Make sure that water drain (2) for rear window frame (item 1) is fully inserted in mounting (3) for water drain hose (both sides).

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove centre engine compartment trim (front) .
  2. Remove base retainer for fuse holder (rear right) and move clear to one side with wiring connected Electrical system97.
  3. Remove valve block and move clear to one side with lines connected .
  4. Remove rear window motor V456.
  5. Unplug electrical connectors (1) and (2).
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  1. Remove bolts (arrows).
  2. Lift out rear window frame (3).
  3. Make sure that water drain (2) for rear window frame (item 1) is fully inserted in mounting (3) for water drain hose (both sides).
  4. Install centre engine compartment trim (front) .
  5. Install base retainer with fuse holder (rear right) Electrical system97.
  6. Install valve block .
  7. Install rear window motor V456.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.