Adjusting sunroof glass panel (height adjustment) — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 5M1, 521

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove bellows:
2. Remove sliding/tilting sunroof glass panel (2) securing bolts (1).
3. Run sliding/tilting sunroof glass panel to "“open”" position.
4. Run sliding/tilting sunroof glass panel to "“closed”" position.
5. Carry out height adjustment of sliding/tilting sunroof glass panel at front and rear on both sides as follows:
6. Tighten front screws (5 Nm). — 5 Nm (3.7 lb-ft)
7. First tighten middle and then rear screws (5 Nm). [Note: To achieve the best possible appearance, ensure that the adjustments on the left and right are as uniform as possible (symmetric).The glass panel should not be higher than the roof at any point at the front or lower than the roof at any point at the rear.] — 5 Nm (3.7 lb-ft)
8. Install bellows .

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