Removing roof side member flap — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 1F7

• Special tools named: VAS 6365

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• Clip (1) must always be renewed each time it is opened.
• Swing the rear lid with rear shelf to the rear to a central position. The clip must be in an opening of the hinge. Support rear lid.
• Make sure that the cable tie has sufficient clearance when the roof moves.

📋 Procedure

1. Open roof using convertible roof actuation button until just before illustrated position.
2. Insert pin in upper position of support VAS 6365 (2).
3. Fit support VAS 6365 into mounting hole in main hinge (1).
4. Switch ignition off; the roof will lower in stages until the supports contact the longitudinal members. [Note: Protect trim strip and paintwork from damage when removing the roof side member flap. Seals must not come into contact with adhesive tape.If the Bowden cable (4) securing clip (6) on hinge is released, always renew securing clip (6).]
5. Close roof side member flap slightly by hand this relieves tension on Bowden cables (4).

6. Release Bowden cable clip (3) from roof side member flap mechanism.
7. Remove bolts (2) and remove roof side member flap from vehicle (arrows). [Note: Clip (1) must always be renewed each time it is opened.]
8. Swing the rear lid with rear shelf to the rear to a central position. The clip must be in an opening of the hinge. Support rear lid.
9. Cut through cable tie (2).
10. Open clip on locking hooks (arrow).
11. Unhook Bowden cable (3) from bracket.
12. Hook Bowden cable (3) into bracket.
13. Completely engage clip on locking hooks (arrow).
14. Secure a cable tie (2) around clip.
15. Make sure that the cable tie has sufficient clearance when the roof moves.

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