Replacement batteries for the Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat and others

Replacement batteries for the Volksagen Golf, Jetta, Passat and others.

The PR Code can be found on a white sticker near the spare wheel.

PR Code: J1P – various models including Golf Mk V 1.4TSI 103kW (140PS)

OEM Varta 12V 44Ah 220A DIN 360A EN/SAE (360CCA)
1K0915105 (1K0 915 105)
(dimensions mm: 200W x 170L x 190H)

PR Code: J2S

OEM Varta 12V 51Ah [...]

Volkswagen Golf Automatic Hatch Opening Updated

The original Automatic Hatch Opening became less reliable over time as the springs compressed, this updated guide uses new struts from Skoda and bumpers from the Scirocco.

Parts required

2 x 6Y0 827 550 C (6Y0827550C) – Skoda Fabia gas struts
2 x 1K8 827 761 C (1K8827761C) – Scirocco bumpers
2 x 1J6 827 439 A ( 1J6827439A) – Strut ball pins

In [...]

Change battery in folding key with remote control for Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, Rabbit and GTI

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Replacing the battery in the folding remote for Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, Rabbit, GTI and others using the same remote.

Battery required is a CR2032 lithium battery (3V with 225 mAh capacity)

(Assembly overview – battery for folding key with remote control)

1 –  Key with variable code transponder

2 –  Transmitter unit – upper part

3 –  LED

When remote control [...]

Volkswagen Golf Mark VI Head Unit – Removal and Installation

Tools required

Trim removal tools
Torx T-20 driver

Remove all CDs from head unit
Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers and remove ignition key

Removing

Using trim removal tool and carefully lever out centre console cover in area of -arrows- and remove cover.

Remove bolts -arrows- from radio or radio navigation system.
Pull radio or radio navigation system out of installation box far [...]

Volkswagen Golf Middle A-Pillar Trim - Removal and Installation

Applies to Mark V and Mark VI both left and right sides

Remove Volkswagen Golf dash panel end trims

Removing

Remove dash panel end trim
Pull upper part of trim out from body mount -A-
Pull trim upwards from A-pillar lower trim -B-

Installing

Install in the reverse order of removal and ensure the trim is positioned in the door [...]

Volkswagen Golf Dash Panel End Trim - Removal and Installation

Applies to Mark V and Mark VI

Lever dash panel end trim by inserting trim removal tool [...]

Body Panel Gaps and Shut Lines - Volkswagen Golf Mark V

Body panel gaps and shut lines – Volkswagen Golf Mark V

To adjust or check gaps use tool setting guage 3371, gaps are in millimetres

Body – Front

Body – Centre
(2 door model gaps and shut lines – door to side panel is 3.5mm +-0.5mm)

Body [...]

Rear seat noise (rattling, clicking and squeaking) in Volkswagen Golf

A common source of noise (rattling, clicking and squeaking) is the rear seat latches, when the seats move the lock mechanism moves around on the latch and makes a noise. You could try tapping them with a hammer from above to bend the latch slightly downwards but this doesn’t seem to fix the problem in most [...]

Fitting GTI stainless steel seat inserts to the Volkswagen Golf GTI

Volksagen Golf GTI stainless steel seat inserts are available on ebay for around USD$25 for a set of two (search for “gti insert” or similar).

Fitting is easy, twist them slightly to make them sit flush in the handle, clean out the insert position in the handle with a suitable cleaner and apply some clear silicone (sparingly) [...]

Fitting the OSIR O-Rest Volkswagen Golf GTI RHD dead pedal/footrest

The RHD Volkswagen Golf GTI has a plain plastic dead pedal/footrest unlike the LHD models that get a stainless steel one to match the pedals. OSIR have a footrest that fits the Mark V and Mark VI GTI’s available for under USD$80 and is easily fitted with double sided tape to bulk out the rear and [...]