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Removing Bowden cables for glass panel — VW

Removing Bowden cables for glass panel on VW: 16 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.

16 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 1F7

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  • First mark position of sliding block (7).
  • Now loosen bolts (6) for sliding block (7) (do not remove).

📋 Procedure

  1. Release end eyes (3 and 6) for outer tensioning straps (2 and 5) at main hinge.
  2. Remove tensioned headlining without releasing other tensioning straps .
  3. Remove bracing hoop for tensioned headlining .
  4. Remove bolt (3) and remove sliding sunroof motor (2) from mounting (4). [Note: Ensure that the support does not engage into the opening of the longitudinal member even when the luggage compartment trim is installed.Both sides of the luggage compartment trim must be installed or removed to support the roof.In vehicles > 05.2007, bypass screw on hydraulic pump must be opened after reaching repair position. This avoids damage to hydraulic system.]
  5. Open roof using convertible roof actuation button until just before illustrated position.
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  1. Insert pin (2) in lowest position of hinge supportVAS 6365.
  2. Insert hinge supportVAS 6365 into mounting hole in main hinge (1) and turn foot (4) so that it does not engage in opening in longitudinal member.
  3. Switch off ignition. The roof will lower in stages until the supports contact the longitudinal member.
  4. Unscrew bolts (1).
  5. Remove cover (2) from mounting (4) and remove intermediate shaft (3).
  6. First mark position of sliding block (7).
  7. Now loosen bolts (6) for sliding block (7) (do not remove).
  8. Move roof side members outwards (arrows a) until guide plate (4) slides can be pulled past front guide rails (2) without touching.
  9. Pull glass panel out approx. 25 cm.
  10. Release glass panel Bowden cables (2) from guide plates (3).
  11. Pull Bowden cables out of rear guide rails.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.