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2011 Golf clutch

trapundi — Sat, 12 May 2012 23:11:31 GMT

Hello,
I am looking at buying a second hand 2011 manual golf in the US. I test drove it and the clutch felt extremely soft. With barely any pressure from me it would go all the way down. It felt much softer than any other manual car I have ever driven (I am originally from Spain where most cars are manuals). Is this normal or could it mean there is an underlying problem with the car?
Thank you!

Front suspension vibration - locking mechanism?

jluck — Wed, 09 May 2012 01:39:31 GMT

My '01 Golf' has been vibrating badly once I hit 65mph or so (3500-4000rpm), feels like front left side in particular (steering wheel vibrates, dash, etc.) and the front left feels soft or damp in turns. Tires are ok, recently had an alignment, new front shocks, and new control arms installed. Car doesn't really pull to either side...

Today I found a horizontal lever under the hood to the right of the engine, down and behind the battery, that seemed oddly angled (was double checking fluids). When I pushed the lever to the right (parallel with the side of the body) it seemed to lock in place - now the vibration has greatly diminished. Anyone know what this is? It's unlabeled, don't see it in owners manual...I'm thinking it was left 'unlocked' after the suspension work was done but am curious...

Fueling Stations for 2012 Golf TDI

Michelle D — Tue, 08 May 2012 03:13:59 GMT

Hello fellow 'Representers of Deutschland'. I am not new to the VW family, but I am new to diesel engines. I just purchased a new Golf TDI that I absolutely adore, but I am having difficulty finding stations that have B5 or less biodiesel (the fuel recommended in the owner's manual). I'm soon to be traveling from Mississippi to my new home in Colorado (being a military spouse, I tend to move a lot).

All forums and information I have found (although I admittedly haven't fully searched this site) has been from 2007 or under, and all have said it's hard to find B5 fuel or less. Does anyone have more up-to-date intel, or possible know of a chain of stations that consistently offers ULSD B5 or less? Anything is greatly appreciated.

Auf Wiedersehen und Fahrvergn�gen!:)

Oil Filter socket size VW Golf 2004

whu005 — Sat, 05 May 2012 17:28:38 GMT

Hi,

I have a 2004 diesel Golf. I am keen to learn how to do basic maintenance myself like changing the oil. I seem to have run into a problem at the first hurdle.

I cant get the oil filter loose. I did buy a 76mm 14 Flute oil filter wrench but it does not appear to work. It is to small and shallow. As you can see from the photo the hexagon top of the cap prevents it from fitting.

Can some one tell me the type of socket I need. A web link to suitable socket would be fantastic. The Hexagon top is 3.5 cm wide. Is it possible to get a socket to fit around this which will allow me to loosen it.

Not a great start. Wont be giving up the day job!!!

Thanks for your help

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Found possible Golf roof cover/tonneau, trying to identify which model?

stellartois — Thu, 03 May 2012 19:12:58 GMT

If anyone can help: I found a roof cover in the boot of my car when i bought it, but it does not fit my convertible car when the roof is down and the independant dealer is no help, info found on two plastic side supports are: VW logo, Germany, WXE, 1EO 871 937B, >PP-T20<, and a grid with stamps on, have tried to upload a photo but did not work.
Any thoughts will be greatly received, Thanks

mk2 vw, slow throttle response, oil light kicks on, cuts out mid RPM. need help

mk2golf — Wed, 02 May 2012 03:59:42 GMT

new to this forum. checked through alot of forums havent found anything helpful yet.

its a mk2 Golf GL, 92, 8v, 5spd, only mods are k&n flat panel filter.

ive changed ISV, MAF, and the idle still jumps while idling from 900 to 1200 rpm and its random. same while on the gas its sluggish and wont rev any higher than 5k rpm oil light kicks on and buzzes after 2500rpm stays on. the fuel pump, filter, are brand new and while on the gas will just cut out while on the gas then accel as if nothing happened.

cap, rotor, plugs & wires all new brand new exhaust and cat cant figure out why its so sluggish any tips will help.

vw golf 1.6 8v se mk4 2000

fay — Tue, 01 May 2012 22:20:06 GMT

Please help,. The engine in my dads much loved 2000 mk4 Golf 1.6 8v se auto has died a death:(. The engine code is AEH. Will any other engine code fit?? or does it specifically have to be that code:confused:.

Water Pump for MK 4 For Sale

claire18 — Tue, 01 May 2012 09:43:02 GMT

Hello, after recently doing my cambelt, I didnt bother putting a new water pump on as it was brand new! So I have a water pump Brand New in box for sale to whoever wants it?

Part: MIRATEC MPA1271 Water Pump 24-0674

�20 ONO + Postage or Collection from Southampton

Also have a feul pump INLINE

Part: MANN FEUL FILTER WK730/1 (also brand new in box)

mk3 golf outer floor pan/ jacking point rotten

ajmac007 — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:26:08 GMT

hi all i am new to this site and was just after some help. i have just bought a mk3 gti 16 valve and on closer inspection have noticed the sills have both perished but also the floor on the outside/jacking points. i am not sure if its just me but it looks as if these cars are double skinned on the bottom because te inside floor pan is solid with no rust. my question is, is it possible to get these replacement pans or will i have to form some new pieces with some sheet metal. i have tried everywhere in the uk to get hold of these. any help would be much appreciated. thanks

12V Charger Fuse?

JezRogers — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 21:21:22 GMT

I have a 2010 Golf Estate. 1.6 diesel, Bluemotion. I brought a dodgy adapter to plug in to the 12V socket to split it in to two. Problem is, the unit was faulty and has blown the fuse. The socket in the boot compartment doesn't work either. The manula doesn't list what fuses do what. I've done a visual inspection of the fuses (under the bonnet) and can't see anything wrong? Does anyone have a diagram or anything that would tell me what fuse does what? Are there any fuses anywhere else other than the main set under the bonnet. Any help would be great - Thanks:confused: