VOLKSWAGEN GOLF: Questions and answers

Volkswagen Golf 2000

Hi. I hope someone can help me. At the back of my Volkswagen Golf`s engine block it started leaking water on what looks like a silver plate in the form of the circle. What is that and how can I fix it? (Cti golf)

Volkswagen Golf 2003

My Volkswagen Golf`s brakes keep locking on. Can anyone help?

Volkswagen Golf 2000

My Volkswagen Golf`s alarm won`t come on when I am using the key. The key light is on when I press it and the vehicle will start. The only problem is that I can`t open the windows when I am in the car and the car can`t detect that I am driving when I am in the car for the doors to lock automatically. What can the problem be?

Volkswagen Golf 2007

We bought a Volkswagen Golf FSI last year, an 07 plate. It is parked on the street. Whenever it rains, we get water in the rear footwell (driver`s side), the rear seat gets wet, the boot interior gets wet and in prolonged rain it also gets wet in the driver`s footwell. I have tried sealant around the petrol cap cover but this has only partially solved it. Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks.(FSI)

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Hi there, if somebody has previously made an attempt at stealing your car without you knowing they may have tried to force a door or window open causing damage to a seal in the process. If the seal has lifted from the paint work on the car sufficient enough to allow water to collect you may have a capillary action taking place in which water is drawn through the seal and into the dry interior of the car. Check all the seals, an easy way to check seals is to place toilet roll on all of the door/window edges and close the door/window. Leave it to rain, open the door/window and inspect the tissue, if it’s wet it will most probably stick to the seal and indicate the point of ingress. Alternatively ram a load of cling film in there... if your car stays dry you now know what the problem is, waxing a seal my sort this out too... Also, but very unlikely, you may have rust/corrosion on your inner wheel arch, this could explain wet rear seats... also check the seal around your aerial. If this is fine then you may have a more complex problem... the solutions above are also the most cost effective, if you have the time, write a list of all of the things you have checked or think it maybe, and run through it systematically removing the easiest to check, taking it to a garage could cost your very dearly to find out it was something really easy - Richard Greenhough from England

Volkswagen Golf 2003

I replaced a split coolent pipe on my Volkswagen Golf tdi and refilled with coolent. I started the engine so that the coolent circulated but still have an error indicator "Stop coolent" coming on on the dashboard. Any suggestions?

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Most new cars require sensors to be reset depending upon the type of sensor. A friend of mine replaced a washer bottle sensor and an oil sensor,... His washer sensor still beeps now even with a full washer bottle but I’m pretty sure he had the oil sensor re-set of it. Did it himself after a while - Richard Greenhough from England

Volkswagen Golf 2000

My Volkswagen Golf`s brake lights are not working. I`ve checked the bulbs and they are fine and I was wondering if it`s the fuse, but do not know where to locate this. Any ideas please?

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If lights do not work full stop, check the fuses. If the lights flicker and/or are really dim, check the fuses. If the lights work intermittently, check the fuses plus the earth connections. If the lights only work in the rain, after a storm or in really humid conditions check for corrosion on the bulb terminals, check all in line connections, check earth, measure resistance between bulb positive + and ground/the car chassis/negative terminal on battery. If resistance reading is lower the 10k... you have an electrical fault. (search the web or contact a main dealer and they will tell you of the location of the fuse box, the fuse box lid should show the location of the fuse that powers the lights). Hope this maybe of some help - Richard Greenhough from England

Volkswagen Golf 2002

How many miles will my Volkswagen Golf GT Tdi do before I have to change it and where can I get a service history book, as mine is full up with stamps due to all of the services?

Volkswagen Golf 2002

I have discovered a squeak when pressing on the accelerator of my Volkswagen Golf. Any suggestions? (sdi)

Volkswagen Golf 2008

I drive a mk1 Volkswagen Golf citiRox 1.6 2008 model. I would like to find out if I put in an after-market camshaft for a little extra performance, do I have to change the ECU due to the lamber control as it might cause the vehicle to run a little rich on mixture? (MK1)

Volkswagen Golf 2005

My Volkswagen Golf`s central locking isn`t working properly and I can`t open my diesel cap. Can anyone suggest why this is?

Volkswagen Golf 2004

My Volkswagen Golf is overheating and the radiator fan isn`t turning on, but both fans run when the air conditioning is turned on. Does anyone have any suggestions why this should be?

Volkswagen Golf 2003

My Volkswagen Golf mk4 displays alternator workshop on the dashboard and it sometimes cuts out. Please could anyone help me with this problem? Thanks.

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My Golf was doing the same as this and I had broken down and all the lights came on the dashboard. My alternator wire that goes to the battery had burned out and broken so it cost me £85. Kelly Williams from Staffordshire.

Volkswagen Golf 2008

When my Volkswagen Golf is running my headlights on low beam are on all of the time, even when the switch is in the off position. I have lost control of the front fog lights and rear fog lights. When in the automatic position the low beam is always on. Any ideas please? (2.0 TDI)

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Hi there, this sounds like it could be an earth fault. A friend of mine did a dodgy fog light install and made a crap negative/earth connection in the process, when he indicated left his fog lamps would illuminate and do crazy things - Richard Greenhough from England

Volkswagen Golf 2003

Hi. I`ve got a problem with my Volkswagen Golf`s rev counter and oil light. When I start the car the oil light comes on but there is oil pressure and also the rev counter does not work. The speedometer works okay. I think it`s a sensor problem but I don`t know where to start looking. Can anyone help? (Citi Golf 1.4 carb.)

Volkswagen Golf 2004

My Volkswagen Golf`s reverse sensors just beep when it is not in reverse. The reverse light and rear fog light are not working. The boot will not open and when the engine is running in neutral and drive the reverse sensor continues to beep. Any ideas? (Gt tdi)

Volkswagen Golf 1999

My Volkswagen Golf’s brakes are solid on the pedals and the warning light keeps coming on. What could the problem be?

Volkswagen Golf 2000

Hi. I’ve recently bought a Volkswagen Golf and the engine taps all the time. I got it real cheap so was expecting problems. I’ve changed the oil and filter 3 times and it is not any better. I have tried Wynnes hydraulic lifter treatment but this made it worse I think. It’s a Mk4 on 93k miles and I’ve just noticed that it taps more when I turn the steering wheel. I changed cam kit and water pump but no better! Also my clutch pedal has today gone stiff! Was hot though? Please help me and save my sanity.

Volkswagen Golf 2004

Hi, I’ve got a VW Golf 1.4 FSI mk5 and it just seems like there’s no power in the car. It also feels sluggish when trying to pick up speed in low gears. When tapping the pedal to rev I can hear the engine making like a gasping noise and to me that doesn’t sound right. Can anyone help?

Volkswagen Golf 2000

Hi. I have a 1.9 Xreg Volkswagen Golf Sdi. Recently, whilst driving I noticed the car was revving without putting the accelerator down. This has become more noticeable and also without fail it now occurs upon starting the engine every time. Can anyone help? (1.9 SDI)

Volkswagen Golf 1998

How do you reset the abs light on my Volkswagen Golf? It is yellow. Would this make it fail it`s MOT?

Volkswagen Golf 2002

Will my 2002 Volkswagen Golf have an hydraulic or cable clutch?

Volkswagen Golf 2008

I have a mark 5 Volkswagen Golf and the speakers on the passenger side front and back don`t work. Any ideas?

Volkswagen Golf 2001

My car is leaking water at the cat side of the engine and the heater is cold. Could anyone help please? (20lt gti.)

Volkswagen Golf 2005

A green warning symbol has come up on my dashboard. It looks like a round instrument gauge with an arrow coming from it. What does this indicate? It has just been into a hand car wash for a valet so I am wondering if a switch has been touched in the process? (1.9 tdi)

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Hi, it’s the cruise control indicator - there is a small switch on top of the indicator stalk - move it to the off position and it will go out. Cheers - Gary Mowbray from Ayrshire

Volkswagen Golf 2000

I have a Volkswagen Golf and I went out in it today. When I got back, where I had been parked there was a pool of oil and a large pool of what appears to be water. The water was around the middle of where the car was sitting and the oil from the middle front. Is it safe to drive? The oil light hasn’t come on yet.

Volkswagen Golf 2004

My Volkswagen Golf’s alarm won’t turn on or off when I press the buttons on the key. When I unlock the doors manually the alarm goes off. What seems to be the problem? (1.4i)

Volkswagen Golf 2005

I drive a 2005 VW Golf, 1.4 petrol. The car is running well but now and again I get a rattling noise coming from the bottom area of the engine. The temperature stays normal, as does performance, but it sounds like the noise old tappids used to make, any advice please?

Volkswagen Golf 2006

When I start my Volkswagen Golf I get a warning message to check the engine coolant and to stop driving the car. I checked the coolant levels and they look to be OK. When I open the hood, I can hear a continuous beep noise coming from the engine. It’s a gold TDI. My theory is there is something wrong with the engine coolant sensor. I ran over a football yesterday have a feeling if may have done some damage to the underside of the engine. Would it be safe to drive the car to my mechanic 8 miles away?

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My Polo won’t start... I turn the ignition, it revs for a second, and then drops off, no matter how much I rev the gas. Sometimes it starts first time, sometimes it takes 20 attempts - Shoaib Raza from Dumfriesshire

Volkswagen Golf 2009

When my Volkswagen Golf is switched off the fan kicks in randomly from time to time causing the battery to run flat. What causes the fan to start working on its own? How does one get this fixed.

Volkswagen Golf 2009

I got a Golf Citi Rox 1.6i 2009 model. My engine has packed up and I want to know if I can fit a 1.8i VW motor in it? Do I have to change the fuel management system or will everything stay the same? The same with a 2.0i litre machine.

Volkswagen Golf 2003

Hi my Volkswagen Golf1.4 heater is blowing out cold and over-heating. Has anybody any clue as to what might be wrong? (1.4 Match)

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This is a typical symptom of low engine coolant or anti-freeze; it is possible that there is a leak in the system. Have a qualified technician perform a pressure test on your coolant system, this typically reveals the source of the leak - 7thDayRest from England

Try bleeding the air out of the system. There should be a little bleeder valve on the housing that the top radiator hose goes into - Jayden Mk2 golf from United States of America

Volkswagen Golf 2007

Recently noticed that the bottom hose from the radiator remains cold even after a 40 mile journey. Had a new thermostat fitted and no difference, is this normal? (Match TDI 105)

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If you’re getting hot air in the cabin and your temperature sensor is reading normal then the condition you experienced is normal. The top radiator hose transports hot coolant to the radiator to be cooled. As the fan runs it cools the fluid and exits back to the engine for recycling; after the cooling process through the radiator the bottom hose should be cool - 7thDayRest from England

Volkswagen Golf 2004

I’ve let my car Volkswagen Golf for about 1 year without starting it and unfortunately my battery died without me knowing it. I got around to charging it today and and tried to start the car. As I advance the key I get a sound similar to a slow version of the car wanting to turn over followed by a rapid succession of clicks. I was told I might need a new starter, but I think that it might be something to do with sitting so long. Any suggestions? (R32)

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I would say that you need a new battery mate. Having worked in a garage, I would guess that was the problem. Have a mechanic do a drop test on the battery, this will tell you if the battery is no good - Ali Gisborne from England

Volkswagen Golf 2005

I have a mark 5 Golf that has been juddering. When it gets plugged into the diagnostics it comes up as a fuel pressure sensor. So I’ve changed this and also the fuel pump and it hasn’t made any difference whatsoever?!! What else might it be?

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Check inline filter from the pump housing also how fast fuel is returning to tank, maybe the fuel barrel is starving. That could be a fuel regulator fault - Chancie Chiriga from Zimbabwe

Volkswagen Golf 2010

I have only had my Volkswagen Golf since June 11 and had nothing but problems with it. Doors creaking when driving, strange creaking noise that sounds like its coming from underneath car when I go over pot holes in road. But the new one is that my car has started to rev at 1000 when I first start this up and even when engine is warm it continues to do so. Yesterday I started the car and it revved at 900 and actually went up to 1000 revs. Also, when I was stationary the revs started going up and down on their own. The car is in warranty and is booked in for VW to have a look at but I am concerned that I am having to drive it for a week on the motorway but also that I may be making something worse while still driving. No warning lights have come on.

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I have a 9 month old MK6 2.0TDi bluemotion and have also had creaking sound going over speedbumps and potholes. The dealer has just replaced barrel bushes which has cured the problem - Graham Booth from Yorkshire

Volkswagen Golf 1995

Hi, my Volkswagen Golf mk3 gti 2-litre 8v keeps leaking oil everywhere, not just a little bit of oil but loads. I have replaced head gasket twice, took rocker cover of and cleaned to see if it makes a difference but nothing helps. Can someone please help me?

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Shampoo the engine real clean and then continue driving until you can see where the oil is coming from - Bob from Canada

Volkswagen Golf 2000

My cigarette lighter has become intermittent (the actual lighter hasn’t worked for ages) and I use it to charge various things when away. Any ideas please? If it needs replacing is this easy and cheap(ish) to do? (Gti)

Volkswagen Golf 2005

The front wiper jets on my VW Golf MK5 omit a spray as expected but my tailgate jet gives a solid stream of water. Does this indicate a jet replacement? And if so how do I go about it? Thank you for any help you can give me. (Basic 3 door 1.4)

Volkswagen Golf 1998

My Volkswagen Golf 4 is leaking loads of oil between the engine block and auto box. I think it’s coming from the torque converter seal. Can that amount of oil come from elsewhere? Any help would be great.

Volkswagen Golf 2000

My Volkswagen Golf was sitting up for couple months. I went out and took it for a run and the brakes are not working properly, the brake pedal nearly hits the floor. I checked the break fluid and it is fine, Any other ideas what could be wrong with them?

Volkswagen Golf 2008

Hi. I bought a bluemotion Volkswagen Golf last February from a Mon Motors Deaaer. In the 11 months I have had to take it back to the dealer with problems 10 times. Issues have varied from the central locking not working and me being unable to sue the passenger door, to the turbo not working and, more recently, the EGR cooler. Most of the issues have been engine related. Each time I have had to leave it in for a few days and use a courtesy car- the longest period being a full week . Does this sound like a fault with the blue motion system or am I just really unlucky? The problems have been so bad that the dealer are going to give me a second year warranty for free. I guess this is good as I wont have to pay for any more work that may need doing next year but I am fed up of going back and forward to the dealer (half an hour away from where I live) so often. I don’t think a complete month has passed where I haven’t had to take it in! I don’t even want the car any more - does anyone have any advice on an any action I can take? Many thanks.

Volkswagen Golf 2003

My 2003 1.6i Volkswagen Golf just stopped working after the battery was replaced. The light still flashes on the remote. The dealership says the central locking interface needs to be replaced at a cost of R2500. Can’t it be recoded or something?

Volkswagen Golf 2006

Can anyone help? My Volkswagen Golf’s engine temperature is fine but there is no heat from the heater. The blower is working, cold to hot flap moving. New water pump, new thermostat but still it is not fixed it. Also, the coolant light comes on to say low coolant now and again, but no signs of a leak. (tdi sport)

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One of two things, either you have air in the heater matrix, or the blender unit is not switching to hot, the fan is nothing to do with the heat! - Chris North from Essex

Volkswagen Golf 2002

The front passenger door on my Volkswagen Golf won’t open. When unlocking, it’s jammed. Can anyone help? Thanks. (1.9 GT TDi 5 doors)

Volkswagen Golf 2003

What does the triangle light with the exclamation in it and an arrow circling around it mean? This came up on my Volkswagen Golf yesterday and hasn’t gone off?

Volkswagen Golf 2000

My Volkswagen Golf cuts out on low revs when I come to a stop or slow down. It will not start when turned over initially but will after a period of time or if bump started. I had a dealership look at it and the throttle body came up as being faulty. I got it replaced with a throttle body from a wreckers but the problem has not gone away. Any ideas?? (GTI)

Volkswagen Golf 2002

Hi, I have recently purchased a Volkswagen Golf v5 mk 4 170 and am replacing the epark plugs with ngk plugs. Could anybody help as I can’t find the information on what the gap setting should be for the plugs in this car. Many thanks.

Volkswagen Golf 2000

I have a 2000 Volkswagen Golf. My brother changed a turn signal drivers side and afterwards there is no interior lights, keyless key won’t work, windows don’t work... We checked all the fuses and they all checked out as being good... Any idea what could be wrong?

Volkswagen Golf 2007

The driver door lock is malfunctioning on my 2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI. It locks sometimes and doesn’t lock others... seems to have a mind of its own! Any idea what the problem might be?

Volkswagen Golf 2001

My Volkswagen Golf lost all power and then white smoke began belching out of it. It’s also running rough and is hard to start. All these faults came at once... any ideas anyone?

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It’s either the turbo oil seal gone on turbo shaft (new turbo needed), or head gasket I’m afraid - Joe Borge from Worcestershire

Volkswagen Golf 2004

When turning on my air conditioner the ac compressor comes on while it is on settings 1, 2, and 3 but does not blow air. When I turn the setting on 4 air it blows but turns the ac off. Any ideas what could be causing this problem?

Volkswagen Golf 2006

Golf TDI... 5 years old... I got a message saying speed warning on the dash... where it usually displays the temperature.... The oil light is on and a bulb light lights up. Does anyone have any ideas what the problem might be?

Volkswagen Golf 2004

Hi, I have a VW Golf mk5 and when I drive more than 80 mph the power goes and it feels like the turbo stops working. I have to turn the ignition off and on while I’m driving and then the power will go back to normal. This keeps happening when I go over 80mph... Locally the car drives very well and is powerful. Some advice please on why my Golf does this? Thank you so much.

Volkswagen Golf 2003

Does anyone know where the passenger left side airbag impact sensor is located on a Volkswagen Golf?

Volkswagen Golf 2006

Hi. Does anyone know what could cause a whistling sound, noisy sound from the alternator on my Volkswagen Golf? It started after the cambelt change was done...

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You will get a whistling sound if the cam belt is too tight - Ron Burnell from Somerset

I mean the belt that drives the alternator will whistle if it is too tight - Ron Burnell from Somerset

Volkswagen Golf 2006

Has anyone come across a strange vibrational noise in their Golfs? It sounds like the exhaust is loose when it’s not and is more prominent when you come off the gas and slow down (not braking or accelerating), and more when you turn left round corners. 3 mechanics haven’t been able to find where it’s come from!! Any help appreciated thanks. Jo.

Volkswagen Golf 2003

The reverse lights on my Volkswagen Golf are stuck on constantly when I’m driving. Does anybody know what needs to be done to make them work as they should?

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How do you take an alternator off a Fiat Stilo? - Derekk Holloway from England

Replace the reverse light switch on the outside of the gearbox. It’s stuck on causing the reverse lights to remain on - G Mills from South Africa

Volkswagen Golf 2004

Hi, we have a VW Golf, and today for the first time the steering wheel light came on and has stayed on, but the steering is not heavy, it drives okay. What would you advise I do?

Volkswagen Golf 2003

A message came up while driving my Volkswagen Golf. It said "alternator workshop" and sometimes the engine cuts. Can anyone explain what this message means? Thanks.

Volkswagen Golf 2001

Does anyone know where the hole in the bulkhead for sub wiring is located on a Volkswagen Golf?

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Hi, you will have to take the glove box out and there is a hole behind there it takes a little bit of time to get to but when it’s done, you won’t see any wires. Thanks - Jamie Williams from Yorkshire

Volkswagen Golf 2004

The alarm on my Volkswagen Golf has starting beeping really loud about every 2 minutes, when the vehicle is parked up. It is also flattening the battery. It only started doing this a week ago but have no idea why its started doing it.The battery has been tested and is fine. Any suggestions? (TDI)

Volkswagen Golf 2011

Do you think it would be wise to buy an ex-lease Volkswagen Golf, one year old with approximately 12,000 miles on the clock, from a dealer?

Volkswagen Golf 1999

Hi, does anyone know what type of batteries I should put in my key fob for my 1999 Volkswagen Golf?

Volkswagen Golf 1991

I’m having problem with my high tension wire on my Volkswagen Golf and I find it very difficult to find the parts here in Cebu. Can the high tension wire from a VW Polo classic fit a 1991 Golf?

Volkswagen Golf 2008

Since my Volkswagen Golf’s last service there is a high pitched whistling engine noise, which I have never heard before, even on previous similar models. Does it mean that the turbo is in danger of blowing? (GT 2-litre Sport)

Volkswagen Golf 2006

Does anybody know why my hazard warning lights activating when the car is parked and securely on my drive and has not been used for at least 4 hours. Turns off by itself after about 2 minutes. (TDI Diesel)

Volkswagen Golf 1986

Does a 1986 VW Golf use a vacuum line, a manual cable, or an electric switch to get fluid to the heater? The blower works fine, but ony cold air comes out.

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Sounds like a vacuum line, that’s what I just had problems with. Look down by the front of the transmission where the starter is at, there should see a small vacuum line (yellow), see if it has a hole rubbed in it from the other lines. If so, just cut the part that has a hole in be careful not to break the fitting and replace with rubber vacuum line - Roy Jewell from United States of America

Volkswagen Golf 2006

Is there a separate fuse for each reverse light on a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI?

Volkswagen Golf 2000

I replaced the gearbox and clutch but now I have a bad fuel leak - could I have damaged the turbo? (GTI 1.8 turbo)

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What you done now, you little plonker? - Richie K from Iraq

Volkswagen Golf 2007

The reverse light on my Golf isn’t working. I have changed the bulb but it wasn’t that simple! The manual doesn’t state which fuse I need to check. Does anyone know which fuse I need to check? Or what else could be the problem? Thanks! (SDI)

Volkswagen Golf 2007

And one more thing... At what mileage should I get the cam belt changed on my Volkswagen Golf? The service book is not that clear. Cheers!

Volkswagen Golf 2007

Hi, how can I tell if my 2-litre Volkswagen Golf GT diesel is fitted with a DPF?

Volkswagen Golf 2006

I have fitted a new ignition coil and spark plugs but my Volkswagen Golf is still not running properly - what do I need to do to get this sorted?

Volkswagen Golf 1998

What type of throttle body can I take from a motorbike and put on my Volkswagen Golf? What cc bike?

Volkswagen Golf 2003

I have a terrible flat spot on starting off in my Golf 150 tdi. Once the turbo kicks in everything goes fine. I have had turbo inspected, new cam fitted, new airflow fitted, new filters etc, everything possible has been tested but no-one can seem to find the fault, even egr valve tested. At the moment my injectors have gone away to be tested. CAN ANYONE HELP???

Volkswagen Golf 2003

I blew the turbo up on my Volkswagen Golf at the begining of year but since the new one has been fitted it has had a flat spot at the beginning of its acceleration... once past that it runs fine. I had MAF, replaced EGR replaced, the turbo has just been tested, all hoses checked. I’ve been to Awesome GTI who thought it was the turbo but it’s not had n75 valve checked but no one can find the fault. Please, please, please help - the wife depends on this car for regular hospital visits.

Volkswagen Golf 2004

Hi, I recently bought a 2004 VW Golf, nothing fancy but here is the problem. My speedometer, odometer, gas gauge and auto door locks don’t work. I was told to buy a new cluster. I bought a used one of course and now the immobilizer won’t let the car start. I bought a VAG TACHO cable used the software for reprograming a key but still to no avail, the car won’t start. I can’t reprogram the key. I deleted all the ECU errors like the check engine light and the airbag light but now the door ajar light stays on and the EPC light stays on. Please help!

Volkswagen Golf 2004

Hi, I’m looking for help. I have just had the wheel speed sensor replaced on my 1.4-litre Volkswagen Golf after the ABS light came on as well as the triangle with an exclamation mark light. I had a diagnostic test done and it said speed sensor fault so had this replaced. But as I was driving home and applied the brakes it made a crunching noise, which sounds like it is coming from below my brake peddle area. Does anyone have any idea what could be wrong now? All the lights have stayed off so the car is not giving me any clue to what is wrong? Please help I have only had the car 3 weeks...

Volkswagen Golf 2005

I have the Golf GTI - semi auto version. Car runs fine, but every now and again there is a burning smell when I accelerate. Does anyone know what it is? It’s not everytime I accelerate and it’s not that rotten cabbage smell you get from a burning clutch! There isn’t an oil warning light coming on - do I still need to top it up? Any ideas?

Volkswagen Golf 2004

Hi, I’ve understeered into a kerb and seem to have bent the wishbone on my 2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.9-litre TDi? Are there any other things that might have bent an how much (approximately) are they to repair? Also, does anyone know where I can get a 9 spoke VW alloy, I think about 15/16 inch. Thanks.

Volkswagen Golf 2007

The traction control light on my Volkswagen Golf GT is permanently on - what could be the problem?

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Check your tyre pressures - Chris G from England

Volkswagen Golf 2007

How do I set my phone’s bluetooth to work in my Golf 1.6 fsi match? Tried but couldn’t get it to work.

Volkswagen Golf 2004

My temperature warning light flashes when the engine is cold and the coolent level is okay. It runs normally and does not overheat. Why? (TDI)

Volkswagen Golf 1994

When stationary or driving in a straight line, it’s fine, but when turning left or right and when stationary, it squeals like a castrated pig and I struggle to turn the steering wheel. As Volkswagen can’t help me and I’ve checked the power steering fluid level, can anyone please throw some light on the problem? Cheers, Graham. (Mk 3 1.9D)

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That’s a massive sign that your fan belt is slipping. That’s what’s making that squeal and also the power steering pump runs of the fan belt aswell that’s why you have found it hard on the steering. A new fan belt is £15 max - Chris from England

Volkswagen Golf 2001

Hi there, I am hoping someone may be able to help me. I have a 2001 VW Golf TDI and I am getting a ’STOP check coolant’ light coming on (usually during start up in the morning). The first time I checked my coolant it was low so topped it up. When it came on again I checked and the level in the water header tank was on the max level. I topped it up some more and it cleared it for another 2 days then the warning light came on again. I top it up each time and it clears the warning light however my water level is only going down ever so slightly. The tank is pressurised and I can’t find any sign of a leak. This morning it came on and there were some traces of frof in the water tank and someone mentioned head gasket. I checked the main oil cap and there were no signs of any mayo/frof and no sign of white smoke from the exhaust. No signs of loss of power or my temp gague increasing at all. Does anyone have any ideas? Could it be the sensor is knackered or stuck? Any help would be much appreciated. (1.9 TDI)

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I had the same problem on my 2001 VW Folf tdi. After numerous trips to a garage, I was told to try and get a new expansion tank cap. I tried this and all was sorted. When the engine was hot, a vapour was escaping and the level going down. Not sure about the froth though, doesn’t sound too good - Dai Broad from Wales

Volkswagen Golf 1999

My Golf misses when it gets up to temperature. It’s not the plugs nor the coil plug caps, what else should I check? (gti 1.8 t)

Volkswagen Golf 1993

I parked my car up for a few hours and now it won’t start. It’s not firing (sparking). I was told coil block changed and ignition lead and dizzy cap and rotry arm and more leads to spark plugs as they are not that old. I haven’t changed them but still won’t start. Oh and I can smell the petrol when I’m trying to start. Help!

Volkswagen Golf 1995

I recently bought a VW diesel Golf. I cannot seem to be able to find the positions for continous and fast wipe on the stalk switch. Intermediate, wash/wipe and rear wipe are all present. Any ideas? Am I missing something or do I need a new switch?

Volkswagen Golf 2003

What engine oil should I use?

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Diesel 10-w-40 petrol 5-w-30 - Chris G from England

Volkswagen Golf

The clutch pedal on mark 4 Golf is stuck to the floor. It can be released by hand, but very stiff when trying to depress again. Is this the clutch release bearing and does the gearbox have to come out?

Volkswagen Golf 1999

After I towed my VW GTX Golf home, it could not engage from 4th gear to 5th or 1st to 2nd. It was simply stuck in 3rd gear. What could be the problem? Please help.

Volkswagen Golf 2001

I have owned my VW Golf one week. The drive was perfect when I first got my car until I had to change my two ball joints and suspension top mounting. My drive and handing has gone worse when I go over a rough surface. The car is all over the road, the handling is not there anymore and I think it could be the wishbone bushes or anti-roll bar bushes as I can hear knocks from the passanger side. Please help. (gt tdi)

Volkswagen Golf 2003

My oil light keeps flickering and it makes a loud beeping noise. Why is this?

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I’d suggest topping up your oil straightaway. This would indicate that the reserve is low. It may be due to a leak or burning of oil. Top it up before the engine blows - Mids _Man from Staffordshire

Volkswagen Golf 1998

I have a warning light flashing on my dashboard with the handbrake symbol. I have checked the handbrake and it is fine. This symbol appears when driving and beeps twice then stops but the light remains on. Any ideas?

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Did you check the brake fluid or are your brake pads knackered? - Martin Lynch from Ireland

Volkswagen Golf 2002

I change my battery, and now my radio is completely dead. What can be the cause of that? (gti)

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Do you mean it is still dead after you have re-entered your radio code? The radio loses this when you disconnect the battery. The code should be written down in your car’s manual somewhere. Hope this helps - Steve from Norfolk

Volkswagen Golf 2002

When the engine is cold, my tdi runs fine until I accelerate hard then it coughs and misses, blowing white smoke. It will clear up in 5 or 10 seconds and then it runs good for the rest of the day unless the engine gets cold and then you repeat the procedure. Why is this?

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I have a Golf 02 GT tdi and the only time I had anything like that happening was about a month before the turbo went. White smoke was everywhere! Might not be the case with yours but keep a close eye on it because if it’s a diesel then white smoke is bad news - Gordon Bulloch from Yorkshire

Volkswagen Golf 2009

Can anyone tell me when a timing belt should be changed on a VW gt tdi 140 golf 2009 plate? I’m in the process of buying one at the moment from a garage with 70,000 miles on and wondered if they need to change it before I purchase it or at least I can give them the right info before I pick it up. Thanks, Paul. (gt 140 tdi)

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Every 100,000 kms or 63,000 miles - Kevin from Canada

Volkswagen Golf 1998

I have a Golf S-reg 1.9 tdi with a fault where the cental locking has stopped working. The engine cuts off and the wipers work themselves. Any ideas why? (1.9 tdi)

Volkswagen Golf 2007

What makes my car sometimes lose power when travelling long distances? It did happen previously when VW dealer said it was the vacuum pump but it is still doing the same thing. Sometimes it runs OK but there comes a time when I try to accelarate but it doesn’t move. Can anyone offer any advice? (GTI 2.0T FSI)

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My Golf TDI was doing the same thing, might be worth checking all the vacuum hoses are correctly seated, seemed to clear it up for me - Noel Hobden from England

Volkswagen Golf 2006

Why do my in-car heaters only work on setting four? Is it as simple as the switch connected to it to repair or is it more complicated and would it be a mot failure? (1.9 tdi sport)

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It would appear to be the blower motor resister that is the problem. Easy fix, there are two plastic screws under the passenger side dash, remove these and pull the foam down. You will see the resister clipped in on the wiring. Unclip the resister and replace. Mine only worked on 3 and 4, and this cured it. The cost with VAT is about £35 - Brian Hewitson from Yorkshire

Volkswagen Golf 2002

Is there a charging relay from the alternator to the battery?

Volkswagen Golf 2001

One minute my heating, indicators and windscreen wipers were working then the next they packed in. I’ve checked all the fuses and they seem to be fine apart from the main fuse box. (GTI)

Volkswagen Golf 2007

My car has two reversing lights in the tailgate. How many lights should light up on selecting reverse?

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Two - Kevin from Cameroon

Volkswagen Golf 1986

I’ve just recently bought a 86 mk1 golf cabriolet and there is a intermittent buzzing noise coming from behind the speedo/rev counter. It’s just been serviced and it’s still there plus the mechanic told me the engine was changed to a fuel injected 1600 - if that makes any difference?

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Faulty oil switch - Joe Blogs from Durham

Volkswagen Golf 2006

I own a VW Golf FSi 2006 model. I have had it for about a year and usually it is a very smooth drive. Every so often, it stuggles in the lower gears. The best way I can describe it is a ’shudder’ ie I depress the accelerator and the engine appears to be gasping for breath. I have taken it to my mechanic but he cannot find anything wrong and as I can’t reproduce the problem on demand, I can’t demonstrate to him exactly what I’m talking about. Any ideas?