Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing moulded headliner, saloon
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Wedges -T10383 |
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Release pliers -VAS 6427 |
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Open sunroof -1- completely. |
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Open sun blind -2- by approx.
2/3. |
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Release retaining clips -2- in
retaining frame for moulded headliner -1-
from body mountings using release pliers -VAS 6427-. |
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Hold moulded headliner -1- in
such a way -arrows- that released
retaining clips -2- do not engage
again. |
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With the aid of a second mechanic, carefully remove moulded
headliner -1- from vehicle through
rear lid aperture. |
| Cutting new cut-outs into a new moulded
headliner |
| On vehicles with illuminated vanity mirrors and/or rain and
light sensor -G397- the respective cut-outs must be cut into a
new moulded headliner. |
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Cut the required cut-outs into the new moulded headliner
using a cutter knife. The moulded headliner is provided with the
respective markings. |
| If possible use the old part as template. |
| The locations for the vanity mirror lights are indicated by
2 rectangular indentations on the inside of the moulded
headliner. |
| Centre the rectangular cuts in the rectangular indentations: |
| Dimensions: 20.5 mm Ч 59.6 mm |
| Further installation is carried out in reverse order of
removal. Observe the following: |
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Before installing, check all fasteners for damage and
renew if necessary. |
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The yellow marking -arrow-
on fastening strip -1- must
point in direction of travel. |
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Always renew retaining clips
-2- (qty. 15) before installation. |
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Secure fastening strip -1- of
sunroof on retaining clips -2- of
moulded headliner. |
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Wedges -T10383
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Removal lever -80 - 200
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Other materials:
Checking maximum wheel lock
The maximum wheel lock is determined with the aid of the
wheel alignment computer.
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When the values for the maximum wheel lock lie outside the
tolerances, then check following:
Are steering or suspen ...
Test prerequisites
Check wheel suspension, wheel bearing assembly and steering
for excessive play and damage.
Tread depth difference of no more than 2 mm on one axle.
Tyres inflated to correct pressures.
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Repair instructions
Contact corrosion
Contact corrosion can occur if unsuitable fastening elements
(screws, bolts, nuts, washers) are used.
For this reason, only connecting elements with a special
surface coating have been fitted.
In addit ...
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