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Removing and installing side window, Cabriolet — VW

Removing and installing side window, Cabriolet on VW: 15 steps. What to remove, in what order, and what to check after.

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

15 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 5C7, 5C1

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  • Ensure that the side window is properly located in mounting of window regulator (arrow).

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove side panel trim General body repairs, interior70Trims, interior; Removing and installing side panel trim.
  2. Remove trim strip around shoulder of convertible top .
  3. Remove inner door seal in area of side window and front bolt (2).
  4. Remove bolts (2).
  5. Remove intermediate plate (1) and foam element (3).
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  1. Unscrew bolts (2) and remove side window (1) upwards.
  2. Insert side window (1) from above. [Note: Ensure that the side window is properly located in mounting of window regulator (arrow).]
  3. Adjust side window .
  4. Tighten bolts (2).
  5. Install intermediate plate (1) and foam element (3).
  6. Tighten bolts (2).
  7. Further assembly is performed in reverse order of removal.
  8. Install inner door seal .
  9. Install trim strip around shoulder of convertible top .
  10. Install left and right side panel trims General body repairs, interior70Trims, interior; Removing and installing side panel trim.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.