Volkswagen Golf Mk4 3D Rear Quarter Window Glass Fixed Left N/S AS2 1J6845041A

The Volkswagen Golf Mk4 3D Rear Left Fixed Side Window is an original body part from the Automotive Glass group, designed for installation in the three-door version of the fourth-generation Golf. The fixed rear side window stabilizes the body structure and improves driving comfort by ensuring adequate visibility and cabin sealing.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1J6845041A
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1J6845041A
• Substitutable numbers: 1J6845041A, 1J6 845 041 A
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Part type: Rear Quarter Window
• Category: Car Glass

Purpose and Function of the Part

The described window is installed in the rear part of the body on the left side, in the three-door body of the Volkswagen Golf Mk4. As a fixed element, not equipped with an opening mechanism, it is responsible for maintaining the correct glazing geometry, as well as for reducing noise and vibrations transmitted into the vehicle's interior.

Thanks to its appropriately selected thickness and glass grade, it provides a stable field of vision in the rear of the vehicle, which is important for both driving safety and the comfort of rear passengers.

Performance Parameters and Fitment

The fixed rear left window for the Golf Mk4 3D has been designed for precise fitment to the factory body frame. This means:

• correct adhesion to seals and body elements,
• maintaining the original side profile of the vehicle,
• compatibility with factory mounting points.

The appropriate glass grade ensures proper resistance to operational stresses and compliance with passive safety standards. This solution allows for visual consistency with the other windows in the vehicle.

Characteristics of a Used Product

The part comes from disassembly and has the status of a used part, which allows for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. For automotive glass, this means maintaining the factory shape, bending radii, and method of installation in the body, which facilitates assembly and minimizes the risk of fitment problems.

For many users, choosing an original used window is a sensible compromise between cost and maintaining parameters close to factory-fitted ones.

Benefits of Using an Original Rear Window

Using the factory rear left window in the Golf Mk4 3D allows for maintaining the structural and visual consistency of the entire glazing. Key benefits include:

• maintaining the original body geometry in the rear side pillar area,
• correct cooperation with existing seals and trim strips,
• maintaining the proper level of lateral stiffness in the rear zone,
• aesthetic matching with the other windows of the vehicle.

As a result, collision repair or replacement of a damaged window does not negatively affect the car's daily operation or appearance.

Selecting a Used Part and Technical Knowledge

When selecting parts from the Automotive Glass group, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the specific body version and the side of installation. Proper fitment of the rear left window in the three-door Golf Mk4 translates to sealing, absence of unwanted noises during driving, and correct operation of other side trim elements.

If you want to better understand the differences between new and used components and make an informed decision about which solution will be right for your car, read the article Car Parts – New or Used? Comparing Costs, Quality, and Durability.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side glazing area in your Volkswagen and need other parts from the same group, such as front windscreens, door side windows, or rear windows, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Automotive Glass category.