VOLKSWAGEN BORA: Questions and answers

Volkswagen Bora 2005

The reverse parking sensor on my Volkswagen Bora has stopped working. Is there a fuse somewhere for it? (TDi 130)

Volkswagen Bora 2005

What is the small button next to the driver`s side seat of my Volkswagen Bora for?

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It’s to turn on and of your alarm sensors inside the car... so if you leave your kids in the car quickly to go to the shop it doesn’t set the alarm off when you lock the car :) Richard from Berkshire

Volkswagen Bora 2004

Hot air comes out while I’m driving from air spaces condition especially if I accelerate at a higher speed or pressed the pedal hard. Why?

Volkswagen Bora 1999

What is the item between the coolant reservoir and the washer bottle in the engine bay of my Volkswagen Bora? It has two pipes leading to it, one appears to come from the intake manifold, the other disappears down the side of the bay. My engine was mis-firing and there were cracks like an electrical discharge coming from the item I’m asking about. Any ideas please? (SE)

Volkswagen Bora 2002

The ESP lights come on on the dashboard of my Volkswagen Bora after driving for a couple of minutes and then go off after I have turned off the ignition.

Volkswagen Bora 2001

Hey, I have a 2001 VW Bora. It drives very smoothly but in the past 3 days when it changes gears it like clicks down and jumps. It only does it sometimes, but when it does you can really feel the car quickly slow down and then jump into gear. Can someone help me please?

Volkswagen Bora 2001

Hi my VW Bora 2001 is having problems with the locks and windows. It unlocks itself and puts all 4 windows down when it’s parked up, and sometimes when driving. Can anyone help? (1.6 16v)

Volkswagen Bora 1999

Hi, my VW Bora 1.9 tdi keeps losing power and cutting out when I go over 60 mph. There are air bubbles in the fuel sometime but sometimes it’s fine. Any ideas?

Volkswagen Bora 2001

The right rear door of 1.6 Bora is not opening at times from inside or out... And the left rear door keeps locking and unlocking whilst driving... What’s the solution please?

Volkswagen Bora 2001

I was driving in the snow. As I was parking the car and when the car was almost at complete halt, I suddenly saw a STOP sign on the dashboard of the car. I switched off the car and a minute later I tried to switch on the car to find I did not see the sign. What is the reason for the sign. Should I have anything to worry about when I will be driving this evening to get home? Thanks.

Volkswagen Bora 2000

When driving my Bora the passenger door seems to be clicking and unlocking (a click is heard constantly). It is like it is unlocking and locking again. This happens a lot during driving. What is causing this problem? Also the window wipers set to intermittent change to constant wiping, then intermittent but a double wipe then intermittent again. It seems to have a mind of it’s own. But the passenger door keeping unlocking (click) then clicking again (click) during driving. What is causing this, and the intermittent wiper problem? (2.0 SE Sport)

Volkswagen Bora 2003

The engine light indicator (which looks like an engine/pump) comes on and off on my dash. When I start the car, it displays ’EMISSIONS WORKSHOP’. Also, when the indicator + error come up, the car loses performance (slightly lower power over 2,500 revs and lots of power under 2,500), exhaust makes loud noises and the car trembles when not driving. I’ve already been to a local garage which couldn’t figure out what’s the problem and decided it’s best to delete the code; also some other ’mechanics’ told me that it might be the catalytic converter, misfire or a dodgy sensor that displays the error and reduces performance. Any help at all will be much appreciated as I’m starting to go mental over this... (1.6 S Petrol)

Volkswagen Bora 2003

What could because the EPS and ABS lights to show up on the dashboard of my 2003 Volkswagen Bora?

Volkswagen Bora 2000

Two things. When I drive around town in stop start traffic the abs sensor light warning lamp comes on during braking then goes off again. Also the remote central locking does not lock all the doors simultaneously off the interior button. I have to push it 3 times in succession to get all doors locked. This also affects the alarm system, as it does not disengage if I say unlock the car and open the passenger side door only as the central locking doesn’t function properly. The interior puddle light also doesn’t engage as a result. Again if I open the doors from the switch inside with succession it’ll work alight. Any ideas anyone? (1.6i)

Volkswagen Bora 2000

Please help... Can anyone tell me why the heat in my car goes hot and cold. I had a new water pump and stat, and new cap but still the heat in the car is not right. Any ideas? It may seem odd but the faster I go the less heat there is... (Diesel)

Volkswagen Bora 2001

Okay, so now where do I start... My VW Bora V5 has gone crazy. My first problem, after I indicate and when the indicator turns off a strange clicking sound continues but its a lot faster. Second problem, on the passenger airbag side there’s a strange sound. It’s not a clicking sound but its doesn’t sound right. After a while, when I’m driving, the car doesn’t have any power when I accelerate and then it just gets a massive boost out of nowhere and the tacho goes crazy... what could be wrong?

Volkswagen Bora 2001

The radio on my Volkswagen Bora turns up when I speed up and I’m just wondering if there is any way of turning this off? Thanks.

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It is the GALA setting on the radio. Look in the instruction manual for the fitted radio and turn it to off. (On the factory fitted units - press and hold the RDS button until you hear one beep. Then press lightly until you see GALA. Use the volume up or down button to set it to off.) Hope this helps!! - Hein Steven from South Africa

Volkswagen Bora 2002

The emission light is flashing on my Volkswagen Bora. Why is this and what does it mean?

Volkswagen Bora 1999

Hi, does anyone know if a VW Bora can run on blended petrol, i.e. ethanol?

Volkswagen Bora 2004

Just had a new gear box, clutch, flywheel. I am now getting a squeaky noise from the steering when turning to the right. If that’s relevant, can anyone give me a clue to problem? (TDI)

Volkswagen Bora 2002

Hi everyone! I have a 1.8-litre Volkswagen Bora and when I start the car in a morning the choke is on and it runs at 15,000 revs. When the choke is off it runs at 500 revs on tick over and has a slight misfire. I have changed the spark plugs, cleaned the throttle bodies, oil and filter change but still no joy. Does anyone know what the problem might be or how to solve this? Thanks!

Volkswagen Bora 2002

I have 150 bhp Volkswagen Bora. I have just had it serviced but am now noticing, when I am accelerating, a burst of smoke coming from the exhaust. This only happens when I put my foot down, not when I am driving around town. Is this something I should be concerned about?

Volkswagen Bora 2005

On my Volkswagen Bora, when braking at approximately 5mph, the ABS brakes are kicking in. This does not happen when braking normally, only at very low speeds and ABS light on dash does not come on. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Volkswagen Bora 2005

After taking out my hazard light switch I’ve been unable to get the new one in as the socket it plugs into is not fix so I am unable to line pins and apply enough pressure for connections to make, can’t pull the socket forward as the cables are tied up. I think I need to take the centre vents out to a enable me to cut the cable ties. I need to know how to do this without damaging the dashboard. If anyone knows I’d be grateful.

Volkswagen Bora 1999

The water temperature goes up to 130C. The problem is my fan is not starting. When the temperature reaches 130C it starts 2 fans, A/C and the other one. I was told to check the sensors, which I changed but to noavail. The fan is not starting like normal at 90C. Please help. Thanks a lot.

Volkswagen Bora 2005

The blower heater on my Volkswagen Bora is only working on one setting (highest setting). The fuse blew yesterday after working on one setting for the last 3 weeks and I replaced today but it is still only working on the highest setting. Any ideas how to solve this and as to why the fuse blow??

Volkswagen Bora 1997

Hello, please can you tell me what number relay controls the electrical feed to the fuel valve on a Volkswagen Bora 1.9-litre diesel?

Volkswagen Bora 2000

While I was driving on rough road or on a road with a hump bridge the car hit down and caused the OIL SAMPLE to be damaged. Is there anything I can do to prevent this happening again? Can I lift up the front of the car so as to increase the distance from the ground to the car if possible!?

Volkswagen Bora 2001

I just bought a Volkswagen Bora tdi se. I drove it this morning, reving it up to 4,000 rpm in the 3rd gear when suddently the revs dropped and the power was lost from the car. Does anyone know what this might be?

Volkswagen Bora 2001

The lights have gone behind the temperature gauge etc on the dashboard of my Volkswagen Bora. How many bulbs are there altogether to replace? Anyone know?

Volkswagen Bora 2005

How do I retract rear piston in caliper to fit new pads?

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The easiest way is to use a calliper rewind tool, they need pressure applied and also rotated clockwise. You can do it without a tool but much easier with correct equipment - Graham Foley from Durham

Volkswagen Bora 2005

Do I have to take out my head light to change the bulb?

Volkswagen Bora 2001

Where is the sump plug located? (1.6 azd)

Volkswagen Bora 1999

I have recently had a service and found out that both my rear brake lights are not functioning and nor is the reversing light. I have changed the brake light switch, the bulbs and the fuse but still no lights. Help! (TDi)

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Today is August 15, 2011, and I’m sitting in a VW dealership right now, for the same problem. I’m being told that there is a wiring problem! Well this is a 2001 VW Beetle that I purchased new, 10 years ago. How in the world did it suddenly develop a wiring problem?! They said they will have to do a diagnostic to see what the exact problem is. I hope it can be fixed inexpensively, because not only are the brake lights not working, but neither is the cruise control which originally was attributed to the malfunction of the brakelight switch - Bianca Smith-e-Incas-Allen from United States of America

Volkswagen Bora 2000

My alternator workshop light and bleeper coming on and battery light staying on but both tested perfect and charging (also under load). What else could cause this ? (tdi)

Volkswagen Bora

Every time I drive in a bumpy road, my ABS light appears on the dash. Sometimes it just comes on regardless of the road surface. What can I do to solve this? (2.0 Petrol)

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Check your ABS wheel sensors. One might have a loose connection or be dirty - Kevin from Canada

Volkswagen Bora 1999

Hi, I have found a lever sort of thing in the engine bay next to the air box, it goes left and right and it is on a spring. Just wondering what it is? It’s racking my brain and I thought I’d just ask instead of following it back and spending hours to realise I’ve been stupid and it’s obvious. (2.0)

Volkswagen Bora 1999

I would like to ask about the rear suspension and how do you align the rear wheels? The rear tyre on the the near side is toed in and the wheel is worn. What do I do to correct this? (TDI)

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Check tracking first... then bushings... Ralf from Ireland

Volkswagen Bora 2004

The temperature reading on the dash is all over the place. When it’s about 3 and 4 degrees outside it its reading 30 to 50 degrees. Any suggestions? Thanks.

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It’s most likely your ECT sensor. Is the car hard to start and smokey? Does glow plug light stay on for about 10 secs? ECT sensor for sure - Paul from County Antrim

Temp sensor gone... Ralf from Ireland

Volkswagen Bora 1999

Hiya, I have got some engine lights on my dash. And I have already have a diagnostic checker the only problem is I can’t find the sodding port. Please help.

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Check just underneath your aircon controls. There is a wooden plate just above your compartment for the lighter and ash tray. Put your fingers and just pull it, you will see the port - Lloyd Marongwe from Zimbabwe

Volkswagen Bora 1991

I drove my car to the local jet wash and after I finished washing it, it refused to start. The lights come on on the dash when I switch on the iginition and the windows are operational but the engine won’t turn over, it just clicks. Can anybody please help?

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Diesel or petrol? And check starter and alternator... Ralf from Ireland

Volkswagen Bora 2000

I’ve recently cracked my sump on my Volkswagen Bora which is on a W plate. I’m not too sure if the sump has a gasket or it is just put on with sealant? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Sump is just refitted with a silicone type sealent - Paul from County Down

Volkswagen Bora 2002

Hi all, I was just wondering if anyone knows if my car would have a mass flywheel? The clutch is on the way out and was told it would be very expensive to repair if it had one? Can anyone help? (1.9 Tdi 105bhp)

Volkswagen Bora 2000

Why would it take so long for my heater to warm and why is their very little blow with it?

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First I would check and replace the cabin filter... usually that’s the problem... Ralf from Ireland

Volkswagen Bora 2002

The glow-plug light on my low mileage, recently serviced Bora, comes on when driving (it goes out when starting the car but comes on after a few hundred yards). Any suggestions on the problem would be appreciated. (1.9 TDI)

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The glow plug after start has a dual purpose and is an indicator that the brake lights are working (yes really). Check these. If not working but bulbs OK the brake switch may be faulty. It has four wires to it and one pair is for the brakes the other pair service the glowplug function on start. These are notoriously unreliable. It is situated above the brake pedal old type black - replacements usually green about £15 ish at VW. Remove plug twist, anti-clockwise. Leave pedal up, push new switch in and twist clockwise to lock. There are references to fitting if you search on forums. Hope this helps - Ben Shaw from England