Removing glass panel — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 1F7

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• Remove glass panel only with the assistance of a second mechanic.
• 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 . [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.]
4. Open roof using convertible roof actuation button until just before illustrated position.
5. Insert pin (2) in lowest position of hinge supportVAS 6365.

6. 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.
7. Switch off ignition. The roof will lower in stages until the supports contact the longitudinal member.
8. Remove bolt (3) and remove sliding sunroof motor (2) from mounting (4). [Note: Remove glass panel only with the assistance of a second mechanic.]
9. First mark position of sliding block (7).
10. Now loosen bolts (6) for sliding block (7) (do not remove).
11. Move roof side members outwards (arrows a) until guide plate (4) slides (3) can be pulled past front guide rails (2) without touching (arrow b).
12. Pull glass panel out approx. 25 cm.
13. Release glass panel (1) Bowden cables (2) from left and right guide plates (3).
14. Pull glass panel with guide plates parallel out from rear guide plates (arrows b). Whilst doing this, raise front edge of glass panel slightly (arrow a).

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