Why does my 2001 VW Golf get stuck in Park?
It’s failed ONCE PER YEAR for each year I’ve owned the car, with a cost of $125 per repair. The brake light switch causes the car to get stuck in park. This is a known defect for Golfs manufactured around 2001! Why won’t VW fix this problem?
Are there any problems with the Volkswagen Golf?
Check out our Volkswagen Golf overview to see the most problematic years, worst problems and most recently reported complaints with the Golf.
Why is my 2.0L TDI engine so noisy?
The oil pump on 2.0L TDI engines have been a point of contention for years. The engine starts getting very noisy due to lack of oil pressure, then the engine seizes up.
What causes a VW DSG transmission to fail?
Poor maintenance can cause shift flares, burnt clutches inside, and eventual transmission failure. That goes doubly for DSG transmissions. The timing belt is a toothed, reinforced rubber belt that joins the top end of the engine with the bottom end. Over time, the belt wears, stretches, and cracks.
Fuel economy has been livable but should be better for such a small car. These cars do not deal with cold weather very well. On third set of weather seals around doors and their still ripped and warranty is up and not their problem anymore. Ice gets trapped in door hinges. Electrical problems as well. Poorly designed car.
What causes a Volkswagen Golf to be towed?
In two years the car has been towed four times due to “electrical failure”…like a brake light goes out. AC failed twice, car looses power and stalls at 60 miles an hour.
When did I Buy my 2004 VW Golf?
I bought my 2004 VW Golf 4-dr black GLS in 2005. It had 7,500 miles. It had a 4-Cyl 2.0 liter gas engine. Practically new. Pretty much fell in love with the boxy contours. I have never had any major problems in the twelve years I have owned this vehicle.
What causes a VW Golf to lose steam?
Could also be a blown head gasket causing you to lose water ( you should see steam coming from under the hood)If none of the above are found then you’ve got a leak somewhere. Hope this gives you a place to start.Also check the thermastat. I have a 2001 VW GOLF with a 2.0l engine.
What do I need to troubleshoot a 1.8T car?
A VAG COM is a must have for any 1.8T mechanic. Details here http://www.ross-tech.com/vag-com/cars/18T.html AIT –Sensor – This is a small sensor located in the intake manifold just after the throttle body. It is responsible for monitoring the intake temperature. It can get coated with oil, and can affect gas mileage, and a loss of power.