Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing rear lid seal
In the factory a sealant is applied to the rear lid seal, the seal is fitted to the body flange and then rolled on.
Note
- When the seal is removed, the sealant on the inside of the seal will be spread and the flanks will be bent out slightly. If the seal is then refitted, sealing and firm seating are no longer guaranteed.
- Therefore, each seal that is completely removed must be replaced with a seal known as a “tap-on seal”.
- If a seal has been partially removed, squeeze sides of seal together before installing
| Removing |
| – | Pull seal -1- off body flange -2-. |
| Installing |
| – | Align seal -1- with vulcanised point for securing the gas strut -arrows-. |
| – | Press seal -1- evenly onto body flange by hand. |
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Removing and installing gas strut
Removing
Note
The rear lid must be supported when a gas strut is removed. One gas
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Risk of death due to high voltage
The high voltage system carries high voltage. If high-voltage
components or high-voltage lines become damaged, there is a risk of
severe or fatal injury due to electric shock.
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over these data. All data in this manual apply to the basic German model. The vehicle
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Parking
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and safety warnings Please adhere to relevant legislation when stopping and
parking your vehicle.
Stopping the vehicle
The steps should only be carried out in the specified order.
Stop the vehicle on a suitable surface .
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