Volkswagen Touran 1T Window Weatherstrip Door Rear Right O/S Sealing 1T0839478C

The Volkswagen Touran 1T Right Rear Door Window Seal is a precisely fitted component from the Doors and Door Panels group, designed for installation on the right rear side of the body. It ensures a tight seal between the window and the door frame, reducing noise, vibrations, and the ingress of water and dirt into the vehicle's interior.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1T0839478C
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1T0839478C
• Substitutable numbers: 1T0839478C, 1T0 839 478 C
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and Function of the Window Seal

This seal is dedicated to the rear right area of the first-generation Volkswagen Touran, where it is responsible for stable window guidance and maintaining proper peripheral sealing. This element works in direct contact with the window and the door frame, so its correct fit is crucial for acoustic comfort, corrosion protection, and proper door closing.

As part of the Doors and Door Panels group, the seal works with the door structure, the window lifting mechanism, and the outer panel, stabilizing the window edge and limiting its unwanted movement during driving.

Benefits of Using an Original Seal

Using an original component designed for a specific body model allows for maintaining factory fit and window sealing geometry. This results in:

• reduced wind noise at higher speeds,
• limited risk of water entering the door interior,
• maintained proper operation of the window lifting mechanism,
• increased durability of metal components within the door due to better protection against moisture.

Choosing a seal that matches the design of the vehicle's right rear side helps avoid material stress that can occur when using universal profile replacements.

Vehicle Placement and Fitment

The component is designed for installation in the right rear area of the body, meaning its profile, length, and shape have been engineered for the specific geometry of the passenger-side door. This precise fit translates to:

• correct adhesion to the door frame and window without the need for modifications,
• stable seating in factory slots and guides,
• preservation of the original body line in the area where the window meets the door.

This makes installation predictable and minimizes the risk of leaks resulting from an incorrectly profiled seal.

Application in Service and Body Repairs

The right rear door window seal is used for both standard replacement of worn-out parts and for post-accident repairs where restoring full door functionality is necessary. Replacing this component is particularly recommended when:

• cracks or damage are visible on the seal edges,
• leaks and signs of water appear inside the door,
• distinct noises are audible around the right rear window while driving.

Selecting the correct part according to the manufacturer's designations also facilitates part identification in service systems and catalogs, which is important for professional vehicle maintenance.

Expanding Repair Scope for Door Areas

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your Volkswagen and need other parts from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or door frames, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Doors and Door Panels category.

To better understand the importance of selecting original body components and the technique of searching for parts by manufacturer designations, it is worth reading the guide article Audi's Five-Cylinder Engine – A Legend from Quattro to RS3 and How to Care for It with Original Audi Parts, which discusses practical principles of working with OEM numbers and their equivalents.