How do I reset my Mk4 golf?

How do I reset my Mk4 golf?

Volkswagen Golf 4 – Reset Service Indicator

  1. Press and hold the “right button” (button from the right side of dashboard)
  2. Switch car ignition ON.
  3. The word “SERVICE” will appear on the dashboard’s screen.
  4. After the appearance of the word “SERVICE” release the “right button”
  5. Turn the the “left button” to right.

Where is the gearbox code on Mk4 golf?

The transmission code will be on the Options sticker in the service schedule or on the boot floor next to the spare wheel well. This engine code is BWA and the transmission code is JLW along with the paint code under the engine number LB9A.

Is Mk4 Golf reliable?

Despite Volkswagen having a renowned reputation for high quality and reliability, this Golf suffered from a huge number of problems over its lifetime. That doesn’t make the Volkswagen Golf a bad car in itself, it just means you need to be aware of any potential problems when buying.

Are MK4 Golfs easy to work on?

Yeah they can be a little weird, but if you don’t buy a hoopty you should be good. I can only speak for the 1.8t but the chassis itself is pretty solid and somewhat easy to work on. Avoid the automatic if possible. Make sure you get a car with some sort of service record history if you can.

How heavy is a Mk4 Golf?

Volkswagen Golf 4 TDI 130 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight
Curb Weight : 1201 kg OR 2648 lbs
Weight-Power Output Ratio : 9.2 kg/hp
Trunk / Boot capacity : 330-1184 L
Front Suspension : Independent. McPherson. coil springs. anti-roll bar

Why is the reverse gear not working on my Volkswagen Golf?

All the other gears are fine, but not reverse. I called out the RAC, and he said it wasn’t the selector, they were fine, so it must be an internal gearbox problem. Now, if I hold the gearstick hard against the reverse position the car will move, albeit with the ocassional noise.

How do you reverse a Volkswagen Golf Mk4?

Disconnect the linkage at the gearbox end and engage reverse here, ensuring that the selector falls into its detent. If reverse gear operates normally, adjust the linkage to VAG’s instructions – not a completely straightforward job. One final thought – has anyone changed the gearbox oil recently and taken the wrong “plug” out?

Is there a problem with the VW Golf transmission?

Fault has occurred over 10 times and is becoming more frequent and for longer durations. Car revs and does not accelerate, put car in neutral or park and back in drive can drive car again. 2011 vw gti w/ dsg transmission. Vehicle has 12k miles and requires replacement of mechatronics unit.

What’s the milage on a Volkswagen Golf Mk 4?

Hi i drive a 2000 golf mk4 automatic milage is 120000km, gear change from 2 to 3 is a bit rough. All other gears work well. What could be the problem?

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How do I reset my Mk4 Golf?

How do I reset my Mk4 Golf?

Volkswagen Golf 4 – Reset Service Indicator

  1. Press and hold the “right button” (button from the right side of dashboard)
  2. Switch car ignition ON.
  3. The word “SERVICE” will appear on the dashboard’s screen.
  4. After the appearance of the word “SERVICE” release the “right button”
  5. Turn the the “left button” to right.

What mk is a 2003 VW Golf?

Volkswagen Golf Mk4

Volkswagen Golf Mk4 (1J)
Length 1998–2002 GTI/Golf: 4,148 mm (163.3 in) 2003-06 GTI/Golf: 4,188 mm (164.9 in) R32: 4,176 mm (164.4 in) Bora/Jetta: 4,376 mm (172.3 in)
Width 1,735 mm (68.3 in)
Height 1,440 mm (56.7 in) R32: 1,425 mm (56.1 in) City Golf: 1,445 mm (56.9 in)
Chronology

When did the Volkswagen Golf 1.4 come out?

This Volkswagen Golf 1.4 was produced from 2001 to 2003. It is part of the Mk4 generation Golf. It’s a facelift of the 1997 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16v and was replaced in 2003 by a new generation Golf 2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16v 75. It’s a front-wheel drive front-engined compact hatchback with a choice of 3-5 doors & 5 seats.

What was the engine code for the Volkswagen Golf Mk4?

For the 2002.5 model year Volkswagen introduced a 24-valve version of its VR6 engine to the North American market under engine code BDF. This engine had the same torque characteristics of the older 12-valve version which had been carried over from the Mk3 Golf under engine codes AAA and AFP.

Are there any problems with the VW Golf Mk4?

There have been reports of problems with the Mk4 Golf’s electric windows and central locking. The car’s ECU is also known to be quite problematic, causing misfires, so do a thorough check of all the car’s electrical functions before handing over any money. There have been reports of fuel pump problems on cars built between March and August 2008.

What are the non structural parts of a VW Golf Mk4?

VW managed to incorporate some non-structural Mk4 parts as well such as fender repeaters, headlights, side mirror caps, rear license tag lights, 3-spoke steering wheel airbag, etc.