Volkswagen 2004 Jetta, Introduction Manual

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Body
New Door Design
The doors on the new Jetta consist of an
outer panel with two mounting rails and an
inner section for mounting hardware. The
door’s outer panel is bonded to the
mounting rails that are bolted to the inner
section.
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Side Impact Bar
Door Outer
Panel
Door Inner Section
Mounting Rail
Cover Strip
Mounting Rail
Cover Strip
Removal of the outer door panel allows
access to some of the door’s inner
hardware and electronics, the window
motor is accessed through the inside. Also,
in the event of door damage, the outer
panel can be removed for repair or
replacement.
Check the current service repair
information for instructions on
outer door panel removal.