Quarter Window Glass: Testing and Inspection

Noises From Rear Side Window - Cabriolet

Vehicle Type: 911 Carrera (996) Cabriolet

Model Year: As of 1999 (X)

Concern: Squeaking/clicking noises at the rear side window, forward edge.

Information: In order to prevent noises in the rear side/door window area, a new "flocked" seal is installed from September 3, 1998, and VIN: 99 9XS 65 1990.

If a customer of a vehicle produced prior to the above production date has a "Squeaking/clicking noise" complaint in the rear side/door window area, the new "flocked" seal should be installed.

Parts Information:

Part Number Description
996 543 615 03 New/left seal
996 543 616 03 New/right seal

Work Procedure: Remove and install the seal according to the specifications. (Supplement)

NOTE: Loctite 480 , Loctite 424, Sicomet 8300, or a commercially available equivalent adhesive can be used when installing the new seal.

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