Volkswagen Golf / Golf GTI / Golf Variant. Manual - part 307
– Cut back the remaining material on the body flange using the
Window Cutter - U Blade (2 pc.) - VAG1561/3- , but do not
remove all residue under any circumstance.
Note
The remaining material acts as a base for the new adhesive to be
applied. Keep the adhesive surfaces free of dirt and grease.
WARNING
Exception: If the bonding is going to be performed longer than
one day after cutting back the adhesive bead, then the remain‐
ing material must be activated with the activator. Refer to the
Parts Catalog.
The activator is applied evenly in on stroke using the applicator.
Refer to the Parts Catalog.
Do not let the activator come in contact with the paint, other‐
wise this will damage the paint.
Drying time is approximately 10 minutes
♦ If the body flange is being repaired or partially replaced, the
corresponding area must be cleaned and primed again before
painting.
Note
It is possible that the laser weld seam does not lie in the area of
the adhesive bead. In this case, the open weld seam must be
sealed with window adhesive before bonding the window.
– If the laser weld seam -3- on the body panel flange -4- is not
covered by the adhesive bead -1-, coat the laser weld seam
-3- with the glass/paint primer -3-. Refer to the Parts Catalog.
Afterward, fill the laser weld seam with window adhesive -1-.
Refer to the Parts Catalog.
Paint Damage, Repairing
The paint structure is reproduced after paint damage according
to the “Paint” repair manual specifications.
1.7
Adhesive, Removing
– As cleaning solution use the adhesive remover. Refer to the
Parts Catalog. Follow all safety precautions.
WARNING
When cleaning the vehicle interior, the window just installed
may not be pressed outward.
– Clean the painted surface with a dry cloth. Remove residual
adhesive with adhesive remover. Refer to the Parts Catalog.