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Installing rear window Audi S8 D3 facelift

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Installing rear window

  1. After preparatory work has been performed, apply the adhesive.
  1. Position complete surface of nozzle - 2 - onto window.
  2. Arrow - indicates direction of application

Note. Cross-section thickness of adhesive bead - 1 - is determined by dimension of opening in nozzle tip and rate of application.

  1. Apply adhesive sealing material all around, as shown in illustration.
  2. Note distances to window edge --> «Rear window, removing and installing»(ref-289221-S20356690492008062700000) .
  3. Using two double suction cups, install rear window in window opening.
CAUTIONWindow must be installed within 15 minutes, otherwise bonding properties of adhesive will be impaired.
  1. Align windshield at sides.
  2. Spacing between edge of window and roof frame must be 3.5 mm.
  3. Observe curing time.
  4. Observe minimum curing times.
CAUTIONFor safety reasons, use only electrically non-conductive 2C-adhesive when installing windshield and rear window using the materials listed below. Vehicle is only safe for operation after minimum curing time has elapsed and only then may it be used.
WindowVehicleAdhesive sealing materialCuring time in hours
WindshieldWith airbagDA 004 600 A23
Rear windowDA 004 600 A23
Side windowDH 009 100 033

Cleaning when soiled by adhesive sealing material

Adhesive removal solution D 002 000 10 is the recommended cleaning solution. Observe safety precautions when processing.

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

Paint surfaces

  1. First, clean paint surfaces with a dry cloth. Remove further material using adhesive removal solution D 002 000 10.

Plastic trim

  1. Allow adhesive sealing material to harden (about 1 hour) and then peel off.

Contact corrosion can occur if inappropriate connecting elements (bolts, nuts, washers, etc.) are used.

For this reason, only connecting elements with a special surface coating are installed. These elements are distinguished by their greenish hue.

Furthermore, all rubber, plastic and adhesive materials used are non-conductive.

If you have doubts about the reusability of parts, it is generally better to install new parts.

CAUTIONOnly use original Audi A8 parts! Additional equipment must be authorized by Audi AG! Damage via contact corrosion is not covered by warranty!

Scheme 245

Scheme 245: Roof joint strip, removing and installing
Scheme 245: Roof joint strip, removing and installing

1 - Roof joint strip

  1. Removing
  2. Carefully pry out of roof joint starting from rear.
  3. Installing
  4. Install seal profile - 2 - onto roof joint strip - 1 -.
  1. Coat seal profile with lubricant (e.g. soap).
  2. Slide in roof joint strip under gap cover starting at windshield - 3 - and press into roof joint in sections up to half way.
  3. Also slide in roof joint strip under gap cover at rear window and press completely into roof joint.

2 - Seal profile

  1. Coat with lubricant before installing.

3 - PVC seal

4 - Windshield

5 - Rear window