3.2 Removing

Protected by copyright . Copying for pivate or commerci al pur po s e s , i n p a r t r o r in w ho le, is not permitted unless authorised by Volkswagen AG. Volkswagen AG does notguarantee or accept any liabilit y wi th res pect t o t h e c o r r e c t n e ss o f in format ion in this document. Copyright by Volkswagen AG. 3.2 Removing Note ♦ Apply textile adhesive tape on left and right roof members parallel to laser solder seams. This reduces danger of damage and contamination during repairs. ♦ When separating, ensure sufficient distance of to roof member -2- is kept, to assure it is not damaged during repairs. ♦ When making parting cuts -1-, ensure that the panels lying behind are not damaged.

– Separate original joint to front and rear roof cross members. – From interior, separate bonded joints to front and rear roof cross members.

– Roughly cut roof out parallel to laser solder seams. Passat 2011 ➤ , Passat Variant 2011 ➤ Body Repairs - Edition 04.2011

♦ ♦ Protected by copyright . Copying for pivate or commerci al pur po s e s , i n p a r t r o r in w ho le, is not permitted unless authorised by Volkswagen AG. Volkswagen AG does notguarantee or accept any liabilit y wi th res pect t o t h e c o r r e c t n e ss o f in format ion in this document. Copyright by Volkswagen AG. Note Roof side member -1- must not be damaged when removing residual remains of roof -2-. Use flap or felt discs only, do not use cutting disks or rough grinding disks. Passat 2011 ➤ , Passat Variant 2011 ➤ Body Repairs - Edition 04.2011

– Remove remaining material. – Remove all adhesive and sealant residues from front and rear roof cross members.

– Remove all adhesive residues from left and right roof side members.

– Touch up paint damage in accordance with Paint Workshop

Manual.