Technical Bulletin

Model(s)

Year

Eng. Code

Trans. Code

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VIN Range To

Rabbit, GTI

2006 - 2007

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Condition
57 07 05 April 23, 2007 2014599
Front Door Deformed by Ice
In cold climates door(s) becomes damaged in the lower area while opening.
Note:
Perform this procedure to both front doors.

Technical Background
Water draining from the front cowl drains into the rear of the front fender area. Water seeps out behind the lower
front door and freezes causing door obstruction and damage to door panel.

Production Solution
Final production countermeasure pending.

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Service
Install foam piece Part No. 1K0 867 453/454 where indicated in following
procedure below:
Thoroughly clean the contact area of the foam piece with suitable shop
cleaner, Warm the area with the hot air blower VAS1416 to a maximum
of 40C (104F) to ensure good adhesion of the foam piece.

Note:
Ensure that the foam piece is not installed into the hole on the lower
fender or cover the hole on the fender. To prevent paint damage, the
foam piece must be positioned so that the door skin doesnt touch the
foam.
If the door panel cannot be repaired, replace the door panel, see Repair
Manual Group 57 Front door, central locking in ElsaWeb.

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Warranty
When procedure applies to vehicles within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, use the following:
Claim Type:

W2

Part Identifier:

5137

Damage Code:

5137 30 _ _ _* 1

Labor Operation: Includes all operations

necessary to repair both doors

51372499 = 20 TU

Times for painting the damaged door skin must also be added
Diagnostic Time:

No Additional Diagnostic Time Allowed

Claim Comment: Input As per Technical Bulletin 2014599 in comment section of Warranty Claim.

* Code per warranty vendor code policy.

Required Parts and Tools

Description

Part No:

Foam Pieces 1K0867 453/454

Quantity
1

See Repair Manual for Special Tools required.

Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal.
Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.

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