Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 534

 

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Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 534

 

 

Fig. 18: Removing Beading From C-Pillar Channel
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Close convertible top.  

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Fold convertible top fabric cover rearward.  

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Cut through staple using side cutting pliers and open front of zip fastener. 

Fig. 19: Cutting Through Staple 
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Remove insert beading -2- from water guide -1-. 

Fig. 20: Removing Insert Beading From Water Guide 
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Remove convertible top lining -2- out of convertible top fabric retaining frame -1- in direction of -arrow-. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Convertible Top - New Beetle

  

Fig. 21: Removing Convertible Top Lining Out Of Convertible Top Fabric Retaining Frame 
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Remove beading -2- out of rear window insert channel -1- -arrow-. 

Fig. 22: Removing Beading Out Of Rear Window Insert Channel 
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Disconnect electrical connection -1- for rear window defroster -Z1-.  

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Drill pop rivet -4- carefully out of retaining clip -5-.  

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Pull securing clip -3- out of ball socket -2-.  

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Pull hinge -6- out of ball socket. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Convertible Top - New Beetle

  

Fig. 23: Disconnecting Electrical Connection For Rear Window Defroster 
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Remove bolts/screws -3- (10 N.m) and nuts -4-(10 N.m) from body -1-.  

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Press convertible top fabric retaining frame -2- off body -1-. 

Fig. 24: Removing Convertible Top Fabric Retaining Frame From Body 
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Sealing band between the convertible top fabric retaining frame and body can lead to convertible top 
retaining frame bonding slightly. 

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Secure convertible top fabric retaining frame with Assembly Bracket V.A.G 1887 to body. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Convertible Top - New Beetle

  

Fig. 25: Securing Convertible Top Fabric Retaining Frame With Assembly Bracket V.A.G 1887 To 
Body
 
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Cut through staple using side cutting pliers and open center and rear of zip fastener. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Convertible Top - New Beetle

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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