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Glass, Window Regulators (Cabriolet): Maintenance Audi S5 I facelift

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FLUSH-BONDED WINDOWS, RESEALING

Allow leaky area to dry, and clean it.

Apply adhesive sealing material to leaking area between window and sheet metal flange and spread.

Allow the adhesive to harden.

Perform water test.

Perform visual inspection of vehicle interior.

FLUSH-BONDED WINDOWS

Special tools and workshop equipment required

  1. Removal Kit For Flush Bonded Windows V.A.G 1474B
  2. Cutting Tools For Glass V.A.G 1351
  3. Pull Handle V.A.G 1351/1
  4. Suction Lifter V.A.G 1344
  5. Window Cutter V.A.G 1561A
  6. Universal Blade V.A.G 1561/11
  7. Scraper V.A.G 1561/7+8
  8. Double Cartridge Gun VAS 5237
  9. Cartridge Gun V.A.G 1628
  10. Cartridge Heater V.A.G 1939A

Adhesive Sealant, Removing from Window

Using adhesive remover D 002 000 10 is recommended. Always follow the safety precautions when using adhesive remover.

CAUTIONWhen cleaning from vehicle interior out, the window just installed must not be pressed outward.

Paint surfaces

Clean the painted surface with a dry cloth. Clean off any dirt with adhesive remover D 002 000 10.

Plastic trim

Allow the adhesive sealant to harden (approximately 1 hour) and then peel it off.

Scheme 74

Scheme 74: REMOVING

Note. If the sensor foil is damaged when removing rain sensor, this must be replaced before re-installing.

Rearview mirror removed. Removal and Installation

Remove clamps -3- from mirror base retaining plate -1-.

Disconnect the rain sensor connector.

Remove rain sensor from mirror base.

A sensor foil remains affixed to the windshield.

If the same windshield is reinstalled, remove this completely from the windshield.

Clean the surface with cleaning solution D 009 401 04.