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Service Workshop Manual Rapid NH 2014 ➤ Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work Edition 10.2018 Service Department. Technical Information...
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Service List of Workshop Manual Repair Groups R e p a i r G r o u p 50 - Body - front 55 - Bonnet, rear lid 57 - Front doors, door components, central locking 58 - Rear doors, door components 60 - Sunroof 63 - Bumpers 64 - Glazing...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Contents 50 - Body - front ............
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing cap (without lock cylinder) ......
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Front bumper ............131 Front bumper .
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the interior rear-view mirror ......197 Glueing the retaining plate for the interior rear-view mirror .
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Door and side trim panels ..........257 Removing and installing the front door trim panel .
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Contents...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 50 – Body - front Front body (SRL001304; Edition 10.2018) Tools Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Guide bars - T30092 (3411)- Lock carrier with components parts...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1 - Lock carrier with compo‐ nents parts ❑ Service position ⇒ “1.3 Service position ”, page 2 ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ “1.4 Removing and in‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Removing front bumper ⇒ “1.1.2 Removing”, page 132 – Pull off the control cable from the lock carrier ⇒ “1.7 Separating the Bowden cable”, page 28 –...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.3.1 Reinstallation – Install screws -2- and -3-. – Take the mean of the lock carrier with component parts -1- at the frame side rails and between the wings ⇒ Body Repairs;...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Bring to service position ⇒ “1.3 Service position ”, page 2 – Separate electrical plug connections. – Drain the coolant and separate the coolant line ⇒ Engine cooling;...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – Position the lock carrier - 1 - on the frame side rails - 2 -. – Install the left and right guide bars - T30092 (3411)- .
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Front wing 1.5.1 Summary of components 1 - Wing ❑ Removing ⇒ “1.5.2 Removing front wing”, page 8 ❑ Installing ⇒ “1.5.3 Installing the front wing”, page 10 2 - Screw ❑...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.5.2 Removing front wing – Remove front wheelhouse liner ⇒ “1.1 Front wheelhouse liner”, page 158 – Remove side turn signal ⇒ Electrical System; Rep. gr. 94 .
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Carry out the following tasks – Removing front bumper ⇒ “1.1.2 Removing”, page 132 – Pull out the foam part between the wing and the frame side rail.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.5.3 Installing the front wing Carry out the following tasks – The installation of the wing - 1 - occurs in the reverse order. – Tightening torque of screw -2- (4 Nm).
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Plenum chamber cover 1.8.1 Summary of components 1 - Additional cover ❑ Fitted on the wing web plate. 2 - Plenum chamber cover ❑ Removing ⇒ “1.8.2 Removing”, page 14 ❑...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.8.2 Removing – Remove wiper arms ⇒ Electrical System; Rep. gr. 92 . – Detach the seal -2- along the entire length of the plenum chamber cover -1-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.8.3 Installing Caution Breaking open the plenum chamber cover -1- in the fitting sec‐ tion -5- of the windscreen -6- can lead to cracks in the wind‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Place the plenum chamber covers -1- onto the fitting section -5- and clip it, starting from the centre, into the fitting section -5- with slight pressure.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the hinge for the front flap 1.3.1 Removing – Remove front flap -3- ⇒ “1.2.1 Removing”, page 21 – Remove screws -2- (20 Nm).
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the support bar Removing – Support the bonnet. – Swivel the support bar - 1 - towards the front and pull the sup‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Lock and unlock components of front flap - Summary of components 1 - Locking clamp ❑ Removing ⇒ “1.8 Removing and in‐ stalling the locking clamp”, page 29 ❑...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.6.1 Removing Note The Bowden cable -2- is not separated from the front flap lock. – Open front flap. – Separate the Bowden cable -2- in the Bowden cable coupling ⇒...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.6.2 Installing – Clip the end part - 3 - of the Bowden cable - 2 - into the flap lock (if it was removed) - arrow a -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Separating the Bowden cable Removing – Open front flap. – Unclip the Bowden cable coupling - 2 -, located above the headlight on the driver's side, out of the lock carrier -arrow a-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note When installing the Bowden cable - 3 -, ensure that the grommet - 5 - is correctly secured. ♦ When attaching the Bowden cable - 3 -, pay attention to the mandatory clipping - 4 -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the operating lever 1.9.1 Summary of components 1 - Bearing bracket 2 - Bowden cable Installing – Insert the ball of the Bowden cable into the bracket -arrow a- and secure the Bowden ca‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.9.2 Removing and installing Removing – Tighten the operating lever -1- and unlock the bonnet. – Fit a small screwdriver into the gap between the operating lever - 1 - and the retaining clip - 2 -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.10 Adjusting the bonnet Note The vehicle must be positioned on the flat ground in order to adjust the bonnet. ♦ The adjusting buffers -2- on the left and right are not used for the adjustment. They have the function to ♦...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Adjusting the adjusting buffer Note Install the adjusting buffer - 2 and 3 - on the left and right up to the stop. ♦ Turn the adjusting buffers by 90° if required, in order to pretension the flap.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – If the screws -2- are loosened, the front flap lock -1- can be adjusted to the front flap laterally -arrow a- and in height -arrow b- ⇒ Body Repairs; Rep. gr. 00 ; body gaps; front body .
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing tailgate 2.2.1 Removing – Remove the tailgate trim panel ⇒ “4 Tailgate trim panel”, page 274 – Disconnect the plug connections of the existing electrical com‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. Note Adjust the tailgate after installing ⇒ “2.4 Adjusting tailgate”, page 37 Removing and installing the locking mechanism 2.3.1...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Use a setting gauge for setting or checking the gap sizes ⇒ Body Repairs; Rep. gr. 00 ; Body gaps; rear body . – The tailgate can be adjusted in the oversized bores of the hinges horizontally and vertically by slackening the screws - 3 -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.4.1 Setting the locking mechanism Note The closing wedge -2- can be moved in the oversized bores ♦ -arrows a- and -arrows b- by loosening the screws - 1 -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – Remove lock cover - 3 -. – Disconnect the plug connection from the tailgate lock control - 1 -. – Release the nuts -2- (21 Nm) and remove the flap lock -1- from the tailgate.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Tailgate seal 2.7.1 Installation instructions ♦ If the seal is re-installed, leak-tightness and tight fit can no longer be guaranteed. ♦ For this reason, each seal which was completely removed must be replaced with a so-called “hammer finish seal”.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Fuel tank lid unit Fuel-tank lid unit - Summary of components 1 - Locking mechanism 2 - Fuel tank lid unit ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ “3.2 Removing and in‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note If the latches for the fuel tank lid unit are damaged, use a new part. Fuel-tank lid unit (Spacebook)- Summary of components 1 - Fuel tank lid...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing fuel tank lid unit (Spacebook) Removing – Unlock the catches - arrows -, which are clipped onto the side panel- 2 -, in the same way as in the Rapid model ⇒...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 57 – Front doors, door components, central locking Front door Assembly overview - door hanger Note Always replace the screws for the door hinges after the removal.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 ❑ This screw must be unscrewed in order to remove the door. 9 - Door retaining strap 10 - Screw ❑ 9 Nm. 11 - Multi-point socket head bolt ❑...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the door 1.2.1 Removing – Release the bellows -2- by pressing on the catch -arrow a- and detach it from the A pillar.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.2.2 Installing Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. – Tightening torques of screws ⇒ “1.1 Assembly overview - door hanger ”, page 45 – Observe the gap sizes of the front door ⇒ Body Repairs; Rep.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Door adjustment Note The vehicle must be standing on its wheels in order to adjust the door. ♦ The door is correctly adjusted if in the closed state it has an overall even gap size, is not positioned too far ♦...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – The dash panel must be removed on the driver's side for slackening the screw - 7 - ⇒ “1.1 Removing and installing the dash panel”, page 244 –...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note The arc outside the threaded plate must be firmly welded to the pillar. The lands to the threaded plate are ♦ malleable. To adjust the locking clamp -2- once the screws -3- are loosened, increased force must be applied.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Door internal parts Front door - Summary of components 1 - Door ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ “1.2.1 Removing”, page 47 ❑ Setting ⇒ “1.3 Door adjust‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 ❑ If a speaker was not installed. 16 - Nut ❑ Tightening torque - 6 Nm. 17 - Riveted nuts 18 - Inner window channel strip ❑...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note If the following operations are necessary, pull the Bowden cable -2- with the grommet -4- out of the cover ♦ -1-. The cables are slackened in the holders -3-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing cap for lock cyl‐ inder 2.4.1 Removing Note When removing the cap for the lock cylinder, do not turn or lever the screwdriver.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.5.1 Removing • The cap for the lock cylinder is removed ⇒ “2.4 Removing and installing cap for lock cylinder”, page 57 – Lift off the covers -4 and 6-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.5.2 Installing – Remove door handle -2- -arrow a-. – Fit the lock cylinder housing -1- at a right angle -arrow b- into the bearing bracket -3-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing cap (without lock cylinder) 2.6.1 Removing – Remove the plugs -2- of the rear openings. – Guide the assembly tool - T10389- by approx. 55 mm into the door behind the lock hooks -3- of the bearing bracket.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Detach the door handle -2- in -direction of arrow a- from the door. – Pull the cap - 1 - out of the bearing bracket -arrow b-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Guide the screwdriver -4- at the lock hook -3- of the bearing bracket. – Press the cap -1- on the door. – Press in the screwdriver -arrow- until the hook locks.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the door handle 2.7.1 Removing Volkswagen Technical Site: http://vwts.ru http://vwts.info – Remove the lock cylinder ⇒ “2.5 Removing and installing lock cylinder”, page 57 or the ⇒...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.7.2 Installing – Fit the door handle -1- at a right angle -arrow b- into the bearing bracket. – Swivel the door handle -1- into the door -arrow b-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the door lock 2.8.1 Removing – Remove front door trim panel ⇒ “2 Door and side trim panels”, page 257 – Remove the cover ⇒...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note If it is necessary for the following operations, it is possible to slacken the Bowden cable. Slacken Bowden cable to bearing bracket – Twist the Bowden cable -5- by 45° and remove it from the bracket -arrow a-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Tightening torque of screw (Pos. 2) - 20 Nm. It is absolutely necessary to perform a functional check because the door cannot be opened if the adjustment of the Bowden cables is not accurate and if they are not correctly locked.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Release screw - 4 - and remove gasket - 3 -. – Take the bearing bracket -1- out of the door -arrow a-. Slacken Bowden cable –...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.10 Front door window 2.10.1 Summary of components 1 - Door window ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ “2.11 Removing and installing door window”, page 70 2 - Window lifter ❑...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.11 Removing and installing door window 2.11.1 Removing – Remove front door trim panel ⇒ “2.1 Removing and installing the front door trim panel”, page – Release cap - 4 -.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note If this operation cannot be performed due to a failure at the power-window lifter, remove the motor ♦ ⇒ “2.12 Removing and installing window lifter motor”, page 74 (depending upon vehicle equipment).
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.11.2 Installing – Insert the door window - 1 - into the window run - 2 - in - direction of arrow a -. Note Ensure that the door window is correctly inserted in the window run.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Apply gentle pressure to both sides of the door window while pressing evenly into the catches until it audibly locks into place. – Subsequently proceed in reverse order to removing.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.12 Removing and installing window lifter motor 2.12.1 Removing – Remove front door trim panel ⇒ “2.1 Removing and installing the front door trim panel”, page –...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.12.2 Installing WARNING On a new window lifter motor (door control unit), the auxiliary functions must be coded. – Fit the window lifter motor - 1 - into the supports - 3 -. Raise the door window and then lower it so that the serration can slide in better between the motor and the cable drum.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.13 Remove and install window lifter 2.13.1 Removing – Remove front door trim panel ⇒ “2.1 Removing and installing the front door trim panel”, page – Remove door window ⇒...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.13.2 Installing – Insert the window lifter -2- through the door cutout -arrow a-. – Put the window lifter in its fitting position -arrow b-. – Insert the window lifter thread through the door openings -arrow c- and tighten the nuts -4-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.14.1 Removing The exterior mirror and the window channel strip are removed. – Pull out the retaining clip (Pos. 3) - arrow c -. – Push away the sealing lip of the window run from the inside out of the door flange.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.14.2 Installing Note Before assembly the gasket contact surfaces must be coated with soapy water so that they can be moved easily and positioned on the flanges more accurately.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note The chamfer of the retaining clips must point to the inside of the vehicle. ♦ If the chamfer of the retaining clips points to the outside of the vehicle, the -crossed-out red colour-, then ♦...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove the seal -1- uniformly -arrows b- out of the door -2- up to the exterior mirror. – Pull out the seal from underneath the exterior mirror -arrow a-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note During the removal of the seal, the sealing mass is distributed ♦ on the inside of the seal. While doing so, the sides are slightly bent open.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – Align the inside door seal -1- with the vulcanization point -arrow b- at the top bonnet hinge -arrow b-. – When installing the inside door seal, start in the top radius of the door cutout -arrow a-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Central locking Note The control motors of the front and rear doors central locking are component parts of the door locks and cannot be replaced indi‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the battery for the foldable key with radio remote con‐ trol – Key shape of the foldable radio remote control key (Pos.1). Removing –...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 58 – Rear doors, door components Rear door Assembly overview - door hanger Note Always replace the screws for the door hinges after slackening. 1 - Door ❑...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 8 - Screw ❑ 32 Nm. ❑ 30 Nm - only for Russian market ❑ This screw must be unscrewed in order to remove the door.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the door 1.2.1 Removing – Release the bellows -2- by pressing on the catch -arrow a- and detach it from the A pillar.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.2.2 Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. – Tightening torques of screws ⇒ “1.1 Assembly overview - door hanger”, page 87 – Observe the gap sizes of the front door ⇒ Body Repairs; Rep.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Door adjustment Note The vehicle must be standing on its wheels in order to adjust ♦ the rear door. The rear door is correctly adjusted if in the closed state it has ♦...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 ⇒ “3.5 Removing and installing bottom B-pillar trim panel”, page 267 – The bottom B pillar trim panel must be removed for the screw ⇒ “3.5 Removing and installing bottom B-pillar trim panel”,...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note To adjust the locking clamp -2- once the screws -3- are loosened, increased force must be applied. ♦ When closing the door it must lock completely without using additional force and must have no play.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Door internal parts Summary of components 1 - Door ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ “1.2 Removing and in‐ stalling the door”, page 89 ❑ Setting ⇒ “1.3 Door adjust‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 16 - Inner window channel strip ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ “2.19 Removing and installing the inner window channel strip”, page 121 17 - External window channel strip ❑...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note If the following operations are necessary, pull the Bowden cable -2- with the grommet -3- out of the cover ♦ -1-. The cables are slackened in the holders -5-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the door retaining strap Removing – Remove the loudspeaker. – Remove the screw - 2 - at the A pillar. – Remove the screws -3- and take out the door retaining strap -1- through the opening after the loudspeaker.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the locking clamp Removing – Release screws - 2 - and remove locking clamp - 1 -. Installing – Fit the locking clamp - 1 - at the D pillar and position the screws - 2 -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the cap 2.6.1 Removing – Remove the plugs -2- from the rear openings. – Guide the assembly tool - T10389- by approx. 38 mm into the opening behind the lock hooks -3- of the bearing bracket.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Detach the door handle -2- in -direction of arrow a- from the door. – Pull the cap - 1 - out of the bearing bracket -arrow b-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – For example guide a screwdriver -4- at the lock hooks -3- of the bearing bracket. – Press the cap -1- on the door. – Press in the screwdriver -arrow- until the hook locks.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the door handle 2.7.1 Removing – Remove the cap ⇒ “2.6 Removing and installing the cap”, page 99 – Pull the door handle -1- slightly towards the rear arrow -a- out of the support of the bearing bracket.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.7.2 Installing – Fit the door handle -1- at a right angle -arrow b- into the bearing bracket. – Swivel the door handle -1- into the door -arrow b-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing the door lock 2.8.1 Removing – Remove rear door trim panel ⇒ “2.2 Removing and installing the rear door trim panel ”, page –...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Slacken the Bowden cable to the inner door control: – Twist the Bowden cable -6- by 45° and remove it from the bracket. – Turn the Bowden cable - arrow d - until the Bowden cable can be guided out of the lug in the door lock (Pos.1) - arrow e -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing bearing bracket 2.9.1 Removing – Remove rear door trim panel ⇒ “2.2 Removing and installing the rear door trim panel ”, page – Remove the cover ⇒...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove the Bowden cable from the bearing bracket - arrow d - . 2.9.2 Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. – Install screw -2-, tightening torque 1 Nm.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.10 Rear door window 2.10.1 Summary of components 1 - Door window ❑ Removing and installing ⇒ “2.11 Removing and installing door window”, page 109 2 - Window run ❑...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.11 Removing and installing door window 2.11.1 Removing – Remove rear door trim panel ⇒ “2.2 Removing and installing the rear door trim panel ”, page –...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Screw a 5 mm screw (approx. 70 mm long) into the adjusting pin - 4 - and pull the adjusting pin from the straddling dowel - 3 -.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Pull the door window - 1 - upwards at an angle - arrows - to‐ wards the outside of the vehicle and out of the window chan‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – The further work procedure occurs in the reverse order to the removal. • A functional check must be performed before installing the door trim panel.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.12.2 Installing WARNING On a newly installed window lifter motor (door control unit), the auxiliary functions must be coded! – Fit the window lifter motor - 1 - on the supports of the hoisting drum - 3 -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – The further work procedure occurs in the reverse order to the removal. 2.14 Removing and installing window crank Removing – Press together the circlip -2- -arrows a-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.15 Remove and install window lifter 2.15.1 Removing – Removing door trim panel ⇒ “2.2 Removing and installing the rear door trim panel ”, page – Remove door window ⇒...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.15.2 Installing – Insert the window lifter -1- through the door cutout -arrow a-. – Put the window lifter in its fitting position -arrow b-. – Push the window lifter thread through the door and tighten the nuts - 2 - (6 Nm).
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.16.1 Removing the window run – Take the window run seal -1 - from the inside out of the window frame. – Pull the window run -1- out of the supports in the door -arrows b-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.16.2 Installing – The openings -4- under the window run must be masked with fabric adhesive tape. Dimensions of adhesive: height = approx. 10 mm, width = approx.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 • A functional check must be performed before installing the door trim panel. 2.17 Removing and installing the rear fixed door window Removing – Remove rear door window ⇒...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove outer seal ⇒ “2.20 Removing and installing the outer window channel strip”, page 123 – Mask off the protective foil from the bolt hole -3-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – Remove rear door trim panel ⇒ “2.2 Removing and installing the rear door trim panel ”, page – Detach window channel strip - 1 - evenly - arrows - from the flange - 2 -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.20 Removing and installing the outer win‐ dow channel strip 2.20.1 Removing and installing Note The core of the seal consists of a metal insert. If it is bent, the ♦...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.21 Removing and installing the inside door seal During the installation in series, the inside door seals are provided with a sealing compound which is placed on the door flange and subsequently rolled up.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – Remove trim panels of pillars ⇒ “3 Trim panels of pillars”, page 263 – Detach the inside door seal - 1 - from the body flange - 2 -.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – Press the seal - 1 - with the clips - 2 - on the door. Note The seal - 1 - must rest directly at the seal of the window run.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 60 – Sunroof Panoramic roof Summary of components of panoramic roof 1 - Window of panoramic roof 2 - Glue sealing material 3 - Gasket all the way around...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note A second mechanic is required for removing and installing. Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Separating device for glued windows (set), e.g. -V.A.G 1474/ A- .
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing roof roller Removing roof roller (front and rear) – Remove the moulded headliner ⇒ “7 Moulded headliner”, page 282 – Slide blind up to the end position.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Materials Note The part numbers of the materials are provided in the ⇒ Electronic Catalogue of Original Parts - ETKA . ♦ 2K window pane adhesive ♦...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 63 – Bumpers Front bumper Front bumper Note Depending on the model version, slight differences must be taken into consideration when removing and installing the front bumper.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.1.2 Removing – Remove wheelhouse liners ⇒ “1.1 Front wheelhouse liner”, page 158 – Remove screws -1- (1,5 Nm). – Remove screws -2- (3,5 Nm). – Detach the front bumper from the left and right guide parts on the wing below the headlights.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Be mindful of parallelism and correct gap dimensions for the front bumper - 1 - ⇒ Body Repairs; Rep. gr. 00 ; Body gap dimensions; front body .
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Rear bumper Rear bumper Note Depending on the model version, slight differences must be taken into consideration when removing and installing the rear bumper. 2.1.1 Summary of components...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.1.2 Remove the rear bumper – Remove tail lights ⇒ Electrical System; Rep. gr. 94 . – Remove the screws -4- in the area of the left and right wheel‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Position the rear bumper with the assistance of a second me‐ chanic. Note When fitting the rear bumper, make sure to guide it parallel at the left and right guide sections.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Cutting out the openings for the park‐ ing aid sensors (drill) Predrill the openings Note Avoid damage to the painted bumper side! – Removing the bumper ⇒...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Use the cutting tool BEA 000 001 to cut out the opening (di‐ ameter 18 mm). – Use a step drill in order to drill the openings.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 64 – Glazing Glued windows Tools Note The removal of the glued windows is described in the separating device for glued windows - V.A.G 1474 A- . The corresponding tools from the separating device for glued windows - VAS 6452- can also be used or use the window removal set -VAS 6888- .
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – The moulded headliner can now be lowered sufficiently so that the windscreen can be cut out without damaging the moulded headliner. – Remove the plenum chamber cover ⇒...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Attach the other end of the thread to the spooler. – Position the spooler in “position l”. – Move the spooler gradually if required and cut out the wind‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1 - Spacer ❑ If these spacers are cut off during window re‐ moval, new spacers must be glued on during re-installation ⇒ ETKA . 2 - Rear window ❑...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Cover the painted surfaces along the window with textile ad‐ hesive tape. – Remove glass pieces up to the glue sealing material. – Cut back the adhesive sealant e.g with electrical cutting tool - V.A.G 1561/A- to approx.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing rear window Note When installing the rear window, a second mechanic is required. – Prepare new window for fitting ⇒ “1.12 Preparing the new window for fitting”, page 154 –...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing extended rear window (Spacebook) WARNING It is essential to wear protective goggles and gloves when cut‐ ting hardened PUR adhesive sealing material and when han‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1 - Body sheet profiles 2 - Fixing bolts 3 - Seal ❑ Is part of the window. 4 - Side window 1.11 Removing and installing side window...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – For cutting the disc, use e.g. an electric cutting device -V.A.G 1561/A- or cutting wire - 357 853 999 B- or cutting cord - 357 845 955- .
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.12 Preparing the new window for fitting 1.12.1 Cut back the adhesive bead Carry out the following tasks Note Cut back the remaining glue sealing material to 1-2 mm just ♦...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.13 Prepare body flange for fitting Carry out the following tasks – Cut back the sealing compound on the body flange using the U-shape cutting knife - V.A.G 1561/3- . However do not re‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 WARNING The window must be inserted within 10 minutes as otherwise the adhesion of the window adhesive may be poor. Do not apply the adhesive bead too thick and do not press the windows too hard on the body flange.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 ♦ Pane repair kit - VAS 6092- or -VAS 6093- . 1.17 Cleaning necessary due to soiling through glue sealing material – We recommend using glue remover for cleaning. Observe safety regulations while working.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Rear wheelhouse liner 1.2.1 Removing – Remove wheel ⇒ Chassis; Rep. gr. 44 ; tightening torques for the wheel bolts . – Unscrew screws -4-. – Pull out rear wheelhouse liner - 1 -.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.2.2 Installing DANGER! Check the expanding nuts - 2 and 3 - for damage, replace them if necessary. The expanding nuts seal the interior from exhaust gases. In case of damage, they must absolutely be replaced.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Exterior mirrors Summary of components 1 - Screw ❑ 1 Nm. 2 - Mirror tilting mechanism ❑ Removing and installing – Remove mirror glass ⇒ “2.1.1 Removing and installing mirror glass”,...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.1.1 Removing and installing mirror glass WARNING Wear protective gloves and protective goggles when working! Removing – Protect the edges of the housing for damage, e.g. cover with textile adhesive tape.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.1.2 Removing and installing the mirror housing Removing – Remove mirror glass ⇒ “2.1.1 Removing and installing mirror glass”, page 163 – Release locking tabs -arrows-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.1.3 Removing and installing frame Removing – Remove mirror housing ⇒ “2.1.2 Removing and installing the mirror housing”, page 164 – Release the tabs on the reverse side.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.1.4 Removing and installing exterior mirror (electric operating lever) 2.1.5 Removing – Remove front door trim panel ⇒ “2 Door and side trim panels”, page 257 –...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Swivel out the exterior rear-view mirror - 1 - in the lower area from the door and pull out of the window run - 2 - -arrow-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.1.6 Installing Volkswagen Technical Site: http://vwts.ru http://vwts.info – Check correct seating of the insulation. – Guide the line - 3 - through the opening (depending on the vehicle equipment).
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Strips and trims Summary of components - trim strips and covers Monte Carlo front spoiler 1 - Bumpers 2 - Engine trim panel 3 - Monte Carlo front spoiler 4 - Screw ❑...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1 - Bumpers 2 - Engine trim panel 3 - Monte Carlo front spoiler 4 - Glue sealing material Monte Carlo rear spoiler Rep. gr.66 - Exterior equipment...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1 - Rear bumper 2 - Monte Carlo rear spoiler Monte Carlo - Spaceback rear spoiler 3. Strips and trims...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1 - Rear bumper 2 - Monte Carlo rear spoiler 3 - Glue sealing material Removing and installing the cover Note ♦ The ambient temperature as well as the temperature of the parts must be at least 18 °C, maximum 30 °C.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Adhesive mate‐ Part number Purpose, application range Denomination, manufacturer, rials comment Glass/paint pri‐ D 009 200 02 Prepare the plastic surfaces before Filling: 10 ml mer for plastic gluing.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Only apply adhesive cement to the area -1- of the spoiler -2-. Rep. gr.66 - Exterior equipment...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – The spoiler cannot be removed without being destroyed. Installing the rear spoiler - Spaceback – Apply glass/paint primer - D 822 150 A1 - to adhesive area on the plastic part -1 and 3-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Only apply adhesive cement to the area -1- of the spoiler -2-. Rep. gr.66 - Exterior equipment...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – The spoiler cannot be removed without being destroyed. Install the rear spoiler – Apply glass/paint primer - D 822 150 A1 - to adhesive area on the plastic part -1 and 2-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Only apply adhesive cement to the area -1- of the spoiler -2-. Rep. gr.66 - Exterior equipment...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – The spoiler cannot be removed without being destroyed. Removing and installing door sill panel ⇒ “3.3.1 Removing and installing door sill panel ”, page 179 ⇒...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Push out the sill panel in the direction of arrow -B-. Installing – Clip the front - 2 - and rear - 3 - adapters into the openings (if removed).
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Dimension -c - = 560.3 ± 1 mm Dimension -d - = 373.5 ± 1 mm Dimension -e - = 186.8 ± 1 mm Dimension -f - = 746.9 ±...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Install screws -3- (2.5 Nm) and -1- (1.5 Nm). 3.3.2 Removing and installing door sill panels Note The ambient temperature as well as the temperature of the ♦...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Mount side rail attachments – Insert the adapters into the holes after removing blind plugs - 2 and 3 -. – Wash the surfaces with a mild detergent solution and rinse with clean water.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Attach the attachment with tape approximately as shown. – Remove the adhesive tapes from the endpiece after one hour. – Remove queezed out parts of the adhesive cement, e.g with a plastic spatula and clean with a cleaner.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1 - B-pillar trim panel 2 - Fixing pins ❑ Part of the trim. 3 - Screw ❑ Tightening torque - 1.8 4 - Foam strip ❑...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 3.4.2 Removing Note The trim cannot be removed without being destroyed. Carry out the following tasks – Remove screws -3- (1,8 Nm). – Lever the fixing pins -2- out of the grommets -6- e.g. using a wedge.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Cover strip of wing 3.5.1 Installation instructions for cover strip of wing Note Use only the glue remover - D 002 000 10- . ♦ Make sure that the adhesive surfaces are free from dust and ♦...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – Detach the cover strip -1- from the wing -2-. Installing – Remove glue residues -3-. – Slide the cover strip onto the wing -2-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Install the rear spoiler Note The ambient temperature must be above 18°C during the gluing procedure of the spoiler! – Thoroughly clean the adhesive surfaces e.g. with cleaning solution D 009 401 04.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Tailgate Spoiler Glue sealing material Double-sided adhesive tape Removing Note Removal is not possible without paint damage to luggage com‐ partment and spoiler. – Cover the painted surfaces along the spoiler with textile ad‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing Note The ambient temperature must be above 18°C during the gluing procedure of the spoiler! – Thoroughly clean the adhesive surfaces e.g. with cleaning solution D 009 401 04.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Letterings Installation instructions ♦ Warm up the letterings with a hot-air blower before removing. ♦ If a lettering is removed or installed, only use the glue remover - D 002 000 10- to remove the glue residues.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – Warm up the emblem - 1 - with a hot-air blower before remov‐ ing. – Remove the logo from the tailgate - 2 -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Dimensions of letterings on the tailgate - Rapid 1 - Škoda lettering ❑ a = 28.6 ± 0.25 mm ❑ b = 23.4 ± 0.25 mm ❑...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.2.2 Removing interior rear-view mirror with rain and light detector sensor Removing – Switch off the ignition and all electrical components. – Unclip cable cover -2-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1.3.2 Installing Tools 1 - Glass scraper (commercially available) 2 - Blade (commercially available) Carry out the following tasks – Remove retaining plate from mirror pedestal.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Covers, storage areas and trim pan‐ Tools Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Disassembly wedge - 3409- Centre console 2.2.1 Summary of components 2. Covers, storage areas and trim panels...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1 - Centre console 2 - Armrest Rep. gr.68 - Interior equipment...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.2.2 Removing and installing centre console 1 - Drink holder and storage area ❑ Clipped onto centre console. 2 - Screw ❑ Tightening torque - 1.5 3 - Cap of handbrake ❑...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 6 - Cap ❑ The fixing screw for the centre console is located under the cap. 2.2.3 Replacing the central console – When replacing the central console you will also need to cut...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Take off sustainer -1-. Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. Removing and installing the armrest Removing side covers of the armrest – Pivot armrest to maximum position of 110°.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing front armrest 2. Covers, storage areas and trim panels...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – Unclip covers for armrest pivot -4 and 5-. – Remove screw -3- (5 Nm) and slide out the armrest -1- back from the sustainer -2-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1 - Mounting bracket for right sun visor Removing – Unclip sun visor (Pos. 3) from mounting bracket. – Push out the cap (Pos. 2) thereby unlocking the expansion clips of the mounting bracket.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Recessed handles Removing and installing the recessed handles of the roof Removing – Fold down the recessed handle - 1 - and swivel out the cap - 2 -.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note Ensure that the spreader clips -3- are fully pressed in. ♦ The spreader clips -3- spread the clips of the recessed handle ♦ -arrows- apart when pressing in.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 69 – Passenger protection Seat belts Removing and installing the front seat belts Removing WARNING ♦ Observe the general safety instructions for working on air‐ bag, belt tensioner and battery separation units (pyrotech‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 WARNING When electrostatic discharges occur, there is a risk of the belt tensioners being activated unintentionally. Therefore, the me‐ chanic must discharge himself electrostatically before sepa‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Unscrew screw -1- (40 Nm) and loosen the belt end fitting -2- from the body. Installing The installation occurs in reverse order. – Connect the vehicle battery ⇒ Electrical System; Rep. gr. 27 ;...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove screw -2- (40 Nm). – Remove seat belt buckle -1-. Note The screw -2- is microencapsulated and must be replaced ♦ each time it has been released.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note The screw -2- is microencapsulated and must be replaced ♦ each time it has been released. Before installing the new screw, the thread of the correspond‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove top part of side luggage compartment trim panel ⇒ “5.2 Removing and installing top part of side luggage com‐ partment trim panel”, page 278 –...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. Removing and installing the rear middle seat belt Removing – Remove the seat bench ⇒ “2.1 Removing and installing the rear seat bench”, page 295 –...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove the belt buckle with the lap belt -3- from the mounting boss -2-. Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. Removing and installing the rear double...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Inspect seat belts WARNING The seat belt system must be inspected systematically after every accident! If one of the inspection points reveals any damage inform the customer that the seat belts must be re‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 • If damage is detected (case 1 and 2) on a vehicle which has been involved in an accident (as shown below) - replace the seat belt together with the belt buckle.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 2.1.3 Seat belt buckle - visual inspection – Check belt buckle for fractures and flaking. • In case of damage, the seat belt and the belt buckle must be replaced.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Special instructions for the belt tension‐ WARNING ♦ The open end of a belt tensioner must never be pointed towards people. ♦ Handle the seat belt tensioner units with great care when removing and installing.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Airbag Tools Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Vehicle diagnosis, measurement and information system Airbag system - Overview 1 - Pressure sensor for side impact, front passenger's side 2 - Side airbag unit front pas‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Observe the general safety instructions for working on airbag, belt tensioner and battery separation units (pyrotechnical components) WARNING ♦ Inspection, removal and installation and repair work must only be carried out by properly qualified personnel.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 ♦ Pyrotechnical components, which have fallen on a hard surface, must not be re-installed. ♦ Before handling pyrotechnical components of the restraint system, for example, disconnecting the electrical plug connection, the mechanic must discharge himself electro‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Replacing parts of the airbag system Accident with deployment of airbag Note “Compulsory registration before repair” Note regarding deploy‐ ment of airbag and non-deployment of airbag in the ⇒ Technical Service Handbook .
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Replace all damaged parts if necessary (visual inspection) with new original parts. After the control unit and other damaged parts have been re‐ placed the control unit must be encoded again.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Unlock the locking mechanism from the plug -1- starting from the footwell on the front passenger side. – Disconnect plug -1- from control unit. – Release nuts -1- (9 Nm).
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Select “Code control unit for airbag”. Installing and removing sensor for side impact on the B-pillar WARNING Safety regulations should be observed during handling ⇒ “3.3 Observe the general safety instructions for working on airbag, belt tensioner and battery separation units (pyrotech‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Release catches (Pos. 2 and 3) and unscrew key switch for front passenger's airbag (Pos. 1) out of the front passenger's side glovebox. Installing – Clip the key switch into glovebox on the front passenger side.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 1 - Steering wheel Removing – Remove driver's airbag unit ⇒ Item 3 (page 233) – Position the steering wheel to centre position (wheels in straighta‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – Disconnect battery earth strap ⇒ Electrical System; Rep. gr. 27 . – Put steering wheel in the lowest position. – Pull out steering wheel fully up to the limit stop.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Disconnect plug connection -1- and if necessary -2- (only for vehicles with multi-function steering wheel). – Lay aside the airbag unit in such a way that the impact ab‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Disconnect the vehicle battery ⇒ Electrical System; Rep. gr. 27 ; disconnect and connect the battery . – Remove the glove compartment ⇒ “1.2 Removing and installing the glove compartment”, page from the dash panel -1-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note If the airbag control indicator - K75 - indicates a fault after as‐ sembly, the event memory must be queried ⇒ Vehicle diagnostic tester. 3.16...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing WARNING ♦ Observe the general safety instructions for working on air‐ bag, belt tensioner and battery separation units (pyrotech‐ nical components) ⇒ page 225 ♦ Prior to the handling of pyrotechnical components (for ex‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 WARNING Switch on the ignition before connecting the battery. Improper handling of pyrotechnic components may lead to unwanted deployment after the battery has been connected. Nobody should be inside the vehicle when the battery is being connec‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 ❑ 5.2 Nm. 4 - Retaining clip 5 - Retaining clip 3.17.2 Removing and installing head airbag with ignition for head airbag driver's side/front passenger side - N251 - / -...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Unclip the holding clamp -1- from the A pillar. WARNING Prior to the handling of pyrotechnical components (for exam‐ ple, disconnecting the electrical plug connection) the person who carries out this operation must “discharge himself elec‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove plug -1- and pull out from head airbag unit -2- -arrow-. – Remove the screw -3- from the head airbag. – First unhook the head airbag -1- at the front from the body -arrow B- and push out towards the rear.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Screw in screw - 1 - (5.2 Nm). – Rotate the rear retaining clip -1- downwards by 90° -arrow- and engage in the body. – Press in the remaining retaining clips of the head airbag until they audibly lock into place, beginning at the gas generator towards the front and rear.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 70 – Trim, insulation Dash panel Removing and installing the dash panel Summary of components of dash panel 1 - Dash panel 2 - Screw ❑ Tightening torque - 1.5 Volkswagen Technical Site: http://vwts.ru http://vwts.info...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove the steering wheel ⇒ “3.12 Summary of components of steering wheel”, page 232 – Remove steering column trim panel ⇒ “1.3 Removing and installing the steering column trim pan‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove the sunlight penetration photosensor ⇒ Heating and Air Conditioning; Rep. gr. 87 . – Remove vents, right, left (pull out sender plugs) and centre vent (disconnect plug connections for hazard warning light switch and airbag deactivation warning light) ⇒...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove the dash panel - 1 - from the vehicle with the assis‐ tance of a second mechanic. Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Loosen the glove compartment from the dash panel. – Disconnect plug connection for front passenger airbag deac‐ tivation. – Detach intake hose for AC glove compartment.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – Slide decorative trim into the recesses in the dash panel. – Press in the panel until the clips click into place. – Install screws -1- (1.5 Nm).
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Removing the left footwell vent on the driver side ⇒ Heating, Air Conditioning; Rep. gr. 80 . – Remove the steering column assembly from the crossmember ⇒...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Release the screw -1- in the plenum chamber on the driver's side (20 Nm). – Press out expanding pins -2-. – Pull out expanding rivets.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove screws -3- (20 Nm). – Remove screw -1- (20 Nm). – Slacken wiring loom attachment from cross member. Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Door and side trim panels Removing and installing the front door trim panel Removing – Switch off the ignition and all electrical components. – Remove trim -2- for power window lifter ⇒ Electrical System;...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Caution When releasing the door trim panel, there is the risk that dam‐ age may occur on the fixing elements! To prevent this, the specified location and order of the clip connections to be loos‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Push the Bowden cable -3- on the inside of the door trim panel out of the inner door control -2- in -direction of arrow- and un‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove screws -2- (4,5 Nm). – Turn the nut -4 - by 90° at the bottom side using the open-end spanner SW 10 and unlock the catch peg.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Pull the door trim panel towards the top and out of the window channel. – Push the Bowden cable -3- on the inside of the door trim panel out of the inner door control -2- in -direction of arrow- and un‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – On vehicles with manual window lifters, the installation posi‐ tion of the window crank -1- on a closed crank pulley is parallel to the pull handle -2-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Trim panels of pillars Removing and installing top trim panel of pillar A Removing – Unclip the trim panel of the A pillar -1- out of the supports of the A pillar starting at the top.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing bottom trim panel of pillar A on the driver's side Removing – Remove the operating lever for the front flap (Pos. 1) ⇒ “1.9.2 Removing and installing”, page 31 –...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note Ensure that the trim panel is located in the double-braided strip of the door seal after the installation. Removing and installing bottom trim panel of pillar A on the front passenger...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note Before the installation, check all the fixing elements for dam‐ ♦ age, if necessary replace. Ensure that the trim panel is located in the double-braided strip ♦...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Release screw for front seat belt -1- (40 Nm). – Pull the seat belt through the opening in the trim panel. – Remove the trim panel from the vehicle.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. Carry out the following tasks – After installing the trim panels, ensure that the trim panels are located in the double-braided strip of the door seal.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing trim panel of pillar C Removing – Loosen the C-pillar trim panel -1- in the front area out of the double-braided strip of the door seal.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – After installing the trim panel, ensure that the trim panel is lo‐ cated in the double-braided strip of the door seal. Removing and installing C and D pillar trim panels (Spaceback) Removing –...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Door sill panel and wheel house trim panel 3.8.1 Removing and installing door sill panel Removing – Remove the seat bench ⇒ “2.1 Removing and installing the rear seat bench”, page 295 –...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. – Ensure that the door sill panel is placed in the double-braided strip of the door seal. Note Before the installation, check all the fixing elements for damage, if necessary replace.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing – Removing the rear seat bench ⇒ “3 Removing and installing backrests”, page 298 – Remove top trim panel of pillar C ⇒ “3.6 Removing and installing trim panel of pillar C”, page 269 –...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note Before the installation, check all the fixing elements for damage, if necessary replace. Removing and installing the tailgate trim panel (Spaceback) Removing – Release the screw - 8 - (2.5 Nm) and remove the pull handle - 7 -.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note Before the installation, check all the fixing elements for damage, if necessary replace. Rep. gr.70 - Trim, insulation...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Luggage compartment trim panels Removing and installing the tailgate/lug‐ gage compartment cover Removing – Fold up the base of the luggage compartment floor. – Removing body-bound rivet -4-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note Before the installation, check all the fixing elements for damage, if necessary replace. – Ensure that the tailgate/luggage compartment cover is located in the double-braided strip of the tailgate seal after the instal‐...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing side luggage compartment trim panel Removing – Remove the tailgate/luggage compartment cover ⇒ “5.1 Removing and installing the tailgate/luggage compart‐ ment cover”, page 277 –...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Take the trim panel -1- out of the luggage compartment. – Position -5- expanding nut. Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. Note Before the installation, check all the fixing elements for damage, if necessary replace.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Moulded headliner Removing and installing moulded head‐ liner Removing – Switch off the ignition and all electrical components. – Removing sun visors ⇒ “2.6 Removing and installing the sun visor”, page 208 –...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Loosen rear moulded headliner -1- and unclip clip -2-. – Loosen the moulded headliner -1- out of the door seals. – Carefully lower the moulded headliner -1- with the assistance of a 2nd mechanic (risk of fracture).
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note Before the installation, check all the fixing elements for damage, if necessary replace. – Ensure that the moulded headliner -1- is located in the double- braided strip of all the door seals after the installation.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing Note When installing the dampings and the roof reinforcements, pay attention to the handling instructions of the glue. – Use the hand pressure gun to apply the glue - D 190 MKD A3- on the front and rear -2- damping and roof reinforcements -1-.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 72 – Seat frames Front seats Removing and installing front seat Removing – Put the seat into the foremost position by means of the longi‐ tudinal adjustment.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Caution If the seat is lifted out of the vehicle or transported, it must not be touched at the component parts. These include the belt buckle, the lever for the longitudinal seat adjustment, the seat height adjustment lever and the seat trim panels.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 WARNING If a thread in the support panel of the seat crossmember is damaged during the installation, it is not permitted to rework the damaged thread! In this case, the support panel of the seat crossmember must be replaced.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. Note Before the installation, check all the fixing elements for damage, if necessary replace. Removing and installing the seat up‐...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Note The backrest adjustment lever -6- cannot be detached from the adjustable axle without being destroyed. – Pull up the handle -2- and press the metal tab of the retaining clip -3- towards the inside using a small screwdriver.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Loosen the seat upholstery -2- from the seat rack -1- and re‐ move the seat upholstery. Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. Note Before the installation, check all the fixing elements for damage, if necessary replace.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. Removing and installing the grip for the seat height adjuster Removing Note To provide a better overview, the retaining clip is shown in the illustration in its removed condition.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove retaining clip -2- from adjusting lever -3-. Installing Note Before the installation, check the retaining clip -2- for damage, replace if necessary. – The installation occurs in reverse order.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – The installation occurs in reverse order. Rep. gr.72 - Seat frames...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Rear seats Removing and installing the rear seat bench Removing – Grip on both sides with both hands under the seat bench - 1 - in the area of the mounting grommet - 2 - and pull up forcefully and with a sudden motion in the -direction of arrow-.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – Connect the plug connections for seat bench heating (de‐ pending on vehicle equipment). – Before assembling the seat bench - 2 - replace the mounting grommets as these parts are not designed for reuse.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Insert seat bench in - direction of arrow - on both sides with the crash hooks - 1 - into the mounting grommets - 2 - until they audibly click into place.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Removing and installing backrests Removing – Remove deflection fitting below for the middle safety belt ⇒ “1.8 Removing and installing the rear double belt buckle”, page 219 –...
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 74 – Seat - padding, covers Covers and upholstery of the front seats Tools Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Upholstery retaining clip pliers, e.g. - V.A.G 1634-...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Fold up the cover -2- all around and remove the upholstery retaining clips -1-. – Remove the cover - 2 - from the upholstery - 3 -.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Further installation occurs in reverse order. Removing and installing the cover and the upholstery of the front seat backrest Removing Note When disassembling, ensure that the backrest upholstery is ♦...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove the seat trim panel on the tunnel side ⇒ “1.5 Removing and installing the seat trim panel on the tun‐ nel side”, page 291 –...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Pull the upholstery -1- over both headrest guides and remove it from the backrest frame -2-. Installing – Slide the upholstery onto the backrest frame.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Attach the cover -1- with new upholstery retaining clips -2-, at the indicated points -3-, using the upholstery clip pliers - V.A.G 1634- . – Further installation occurs in reverse order.
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Rear covers and seat upholstery Tools Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦ Upholstery retaining clip pliers, e.g. - V.A.G 1634- Removing and installing cover and seat...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Roll up the cover -1- all around. – Remove all the upholstery retaining clips -3-. – Remove the cover - 1 - from the upholstery - 2 -.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – Attach the cover - 1 - with new upholstery retaining clips - 3 - to the upholstery - 2 - using the upholstery clip pliers - V.A.G 1634- .
Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Further installation occurs in reverse order. Removing and installing entire cover and backrest upholstery Removing – Removing backrest ⇒ “3 Removing and installing backrests”, page 298 –...
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Remove all the upholstery retaining clips - 3 - on the front side. – Remove the cover - 1 - from the upholstery - 2 -.
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 Installing – Attach the cover - 1 - with new upholstery retaining clips - 3 - to the upholstery - 2 - using the upholstery clip pliers - V.A.G 1634- .
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Rapid NH 2014 ➤ , Rapid Spaceback 2014 ➤ Body Work - Edition 10.2018 – Further installation occurs in reverse order. 2. Rear covers and seat upholstery...