Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing window slot outer seal
The core of the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 rear window slot outer seal is a metal insert — this page explains that once bent, it cannot be straightened and will remain wavy, so it must always be pulled off and pressed on evenly without bending.
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| Removing |
| – | Pull window slot outer seal -1- uniformly off door flange -2--arrows a-. Make sure not to bend the side strip. |
| Installing |
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The use of assembly aid is allowed. -
The use of striking tools is not allowed for installing window slot outer seal.
| – | Align window slot outer seal -1- with B-pillar and press it uniformly and by hand onto door flange-2-. |
Questions & answers
Removing and installing window slot outer seal — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I replace the Golf Mk7 rear window outer seal?
Remove the door trim, pull the old seal out, and press the new one in. If the metal core is bent, replace — it cannot be straightened.
