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How to change the gasket on the antenna of a Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf 5, MK 5, Golf V - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Part: Antenna

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The gasket at the base of the antenna on the roof becomes porous and breaks over time; it is not just an aesthetic defect. If it is no longer waterproof, water seeps into the cabin, wetting the lining under the roof.

It is not necessary to disassemble the antenna or the roof lining; just replace the gasket with a replacement sealing ring that we can find on Amazon with the code B07HQZ3DCX for the price of 12.98, with free shipping. Simply remove the old gasket by pulling it off with your fingers and insert the new sealing ring from the top, passing it over the antenna and sliding it down to the base.

We need to stretch the ring, trying to slide the edge of the gasket into the gap between the antenna and the roof, making sure it is well positioned around the entire perimeter.


Posted on 15 January 2026 by ScegliAuto


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