Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 551

 

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Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 551

 

 

Fig. 120: Guiding Hydraulic Hoses Through Water Tray 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 

Installing 

Install in reverse order of removal. 

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Fill hydraulic system and bleed, see HYDRAULIC SYSTEM, FILLING AND BLEEDING .  

WINDSHIELD FRAME 

WINDSHIELD FRAME, ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW 

NOTE:

When installing make sure that the O-rings are not damaged and are seated 
correctly on the hydraulic lines.

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Convertible Top - New Beetle

  

1. Roof cross member  

2. Retaining rail for seal  

3. Roof cross member seal  

4. Bolt/screw 

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Qty. 15  

5. Spreader nut 

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Qty. 15  

6. A-pillar  

Fig. 121: Identifying Windshield Frame Assembly Components 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE:

The following list refers to items in Fig. 121 .

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Convertible Top - New Beetle

  

ROOF CROSS MEMBER SEAL AND RETAINING RAIL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING 
(CONVERTIBLE) 

Removing 

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Open convertible top  

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Release seal -1- from retaining rail.  

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Remove bolts/screws -4-.  

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Remove retaining rail -2-. 

Fig. 122: Removing Roof Cross Member Seal And Retaining Rail 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 

Installing 

Install in reverse order of removal. 

NOTE:

When installing the seal -1- make sure it is seated correctly in the retaining rail -
2-.

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Convertible Top - New Beetle

  

Fig. 123: Installing Roof Cross Member Seal And Retaining Rail 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC.

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Convertible Top - New Beetle

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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