Door Window Seal Volkswagen VW Passat B6 Rear Left N/S Trim Strip Chrome

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Door Window Seal Volkswagen VW Passat B6 Rear Left N/S Trim Strip Chrome is an original component from the Window seals and trim strips group, designed for installation in the rear left section of the vehicle body. The chrome finish ensures a consistent look with factory details, while the precise fit for the specific mounting location facilitates service and accurate replacement.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3C5839475E
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3C5839475E
• Substitutable numbers: 3C5839475E
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The trim strip is designed for installation in the area of the rear left door window, where it is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the glass edge and stable guidance of the seal. This limits the ingress of water and contaminants into the window regulator mechanism while simultaneously improving the visual side line of the bodywork.

The component belongs to the group of Window seals and trim strips, which means it works in conjunction with other door assembly components, such as frame seals and guides, to create a cohesive system for window protection and finishing.

Chrome finish and visual fit

The chrome surface of the trim strip has been selected to harmonize with the side line of the body and other decorative details. The Chrome color emphasizes the vehicle's character, providing an elegant, orderly look to the window edge without visual differences compared to the factory equipment.

Precise profiling allows for proper adhesion to the glass and door panel, which minimizes the risk of looseness, rattling, or unwanted vibrations while driving. As a result, the trim strip serves as a functional complement to the factory door assembly in the Volkswagen VW Passat B6 model.

Installation characteristics

The placement on the vehicle, defined as the rear left side, facilitates clear identification of the mounting position and reduces the risk of errors when selecting parts. The component is intended for installation in a specific door location, which allows for maintaining the correct geometry of the window guidance and proper adhesion of the seals.

The trim strip, as a body component, is particularly useful during body and paint work, replacing damaged doors, or restoring the factory look of the side of the vehicle after a collision or corrosion. Proper fit to the door structure shortens installation time and makes it easier to achieve even gaps and an aesthetic window line.

Product condition and practical application

The item is offered as used, which allows for economical vehicle repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for comprehensive body repairs, where both compliance with the factory design and control of service costs are important.

The trim strip will prove useful in situations where the existing component has suffered mechanical damage, deformation, or has lost its visual appeal. Using an original component from the same assembly group helps maintain stylistic consistency and the proper functioning of the window sealing system.

Expansion of the trim and seal system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the side window area in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as window trim strips, glass edge finishes, or guide seals, check the available parts in the Volkswagen window seals and trim strips category.

More practical information on how to effectively use used body components and what to look for when selecting them can be found in the article "Replacing body components with used ones – can salvaged body parts look like new?", which discusses the technical and visual aspects of such repairs.