Removing and installing sliding sunroof seals: Audi Q3

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi Q3 (8U, 2011–2018); platform code 84

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• Before removing, remove the two sunroof panels.
• Peel off protective film from adhesive at rear section of seal and then press on rear section of seal (joint should be in centre of vehicle; observe marking).

📋 Procedure

1. Align seal centrally with panel and press into two guides (front).
2. Press seal (1) into guides at side of panel (2).
3. Only remove seal (3) after panel »2« has been removed.
4. To do so, pull seal off frame (4) (at side). [Note: Remove any remaining adhesive from the body.Clean bonding surfaces on body with cleaning solutionD 009 401 04.The bonding surfaces must be free of dust and grease.Before bonding, heat bonding surfaces and seal to approx. 40° C.After bonding on seal, press seal on firmly with roller3356.]
5. Before removing, remove the two sunroof panels.

6. Pull seal (1) to the side off body flange.
7. Remove any residual adhesive and clean body flange.
8. Peel off protective film from adhesive at rear section of seal and then press on rear section of seal (joint should be in centre of vehicle; observe marking).
9. Press seal in at front corners.
10. Press on front section of seal.
11. Press on side sections of seal; if necessary, compress seal evenly to take up any excess length.
12. Press seal on all around using roller3356.

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