my-gti.com » DIY http://www.my-gti.com Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:32:29 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Rear seat noise (rattling, clicking and squeaking) in Volkswagen Golf http://www.my-gti.com/2337/rear-seat-noise-rattling-clicking-and-squeaking-in-volkswagen-golf http://www.my-gti.com/2337/rear-seat-noise-rattling-clicking-and-squeaking-in-volkswagen-golf#comments Mon, 31 May 2010 03:26:02 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2337 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 [...]]]> 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 cases.

To test to see if it is the latches making the noise drive around with the seats lowered. If it is the latches the simplest fix is to wrap some electrical tape around the latch where the lock contacts it to stop the movement and remove the metal on metal noises. The fix should last for around 50 operations of the rear seats before you have to reapply the tape and only takes a few minutes and a roll of electrical tape (3M Temflex 1610 was used but any quality brand is ok, avoid cheap brands) in any colour except for body colour or black as you won’t be able to see if parts of the tape are stuck in the mechanism or if the tape requires replacing.

  1. Lower the rear seats
  2. Clean the latch with a suitable cleaner (99.7% Isopropyl alcohol or similar is suitable)
  3. Wrap 14cms of 3M Temflex 1610 electrical tape (or equivalent) which will give you six full wraps.
  4. Close the rear seat

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(the latches after cleaning, you can see where the lock mechanism has been contacting on the first photo)

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(the latches after applying the tape, this is the area in which the lock mechanism contacts the latch)

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(this is the tape after many uses, it should be replaced before it looks like this – I had started to peel it back prior to the photos)

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(check the lock mechanism for any large stray pieces of tape that might cause problems with the operation)

]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2337/rear-seat-noise-rattling-clicking-and-squeaking-in-volkswagen-golf/feed 0 Fitting GTI stainless steel seat inserts to the Volkswagen Golf GTI http://www.my-gti.com/2423/fitting-gti-stainless-steel-seat-inserts-to-the-volkswagen-golf-gti http://www.my-gti.com/2423/fitting-gti-stainless-steel-seat-inserts-to-the-volkswagen-golf-gti#comments Wed, 26 May 2010 12:04:25 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2423 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 [...]]]> volkswagen_golf_gti_seat_inserts_stainless_steel_010Volksagen 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) to the rear of the badge.

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2423/fitting-gti-stainless-steel-seat-inserts-to-the-volkswagen-golf-gti/feed 3 Fitting the OSIR O-Rest Volkswagen Golf GTI RHD dead pedal/footrest http://www.my-gti.com/2416/fitting-the-osir-o-rest-volkswagen-golf-gti-rhd-dead-pedalfootrest http://www.my-gti.com/2416/fitting-the-osir-o-rest-volkswagen-golf-gti-rhd-dead-pedalfootrest#comments Tue, 25 May 2010 15:12:21 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2416 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 [...]]]> 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 three screws into the soft plastic.

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2416/fitting-the-osir-o-rest-volkswagen-golf-gti-rhd-dead-pedalfootrest/feed 0 Adding switches to the blank switch covers in the centre console of the Volkswagen Golf and Jetta http://www.my-gti.com/2367/adding-switches-to-the-blank-switch-covers-in-the-centre-console-of-the-volkswagen-golf-and-jetta http://www.my-gti.com/2367/adding-switches-to-the-blank-switch-covers-in-the-centre-console-of-the-volkswagen-golf-and-jetta#comments Tue, 25 May 2010 12:16:57 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2367 Installing switches in the center console to utilise the blank spaces either requires purchasing the optional switch for that location from Volkswagen however these are a momentary switch, have different markings on them (W for example) and connectors for the switch are not readily available or fitting an aftermarket switch which looks out of place. [...]]]> Installing switches in the center console to utilise the blank spaces either requires purchasing the optional switch for that location from Volkswagen however these are a momentary switch, have different markings on them (W for example) and connectors for the switch are not readily available or fitting an aftermarket switch which looks out of place. This guide uses an off the shelf switch and no-one would know the switch is there unless they press the button. Whilst this guide is performed on a Golf Mark V the same blanks are used in the Golf Mark VI so the same switch can be used and the same principles can be applied to any other car with a similar setup.

As an alternative there is a company called CarStyle4You that sells buttons with different engraving that match the OEM buttons and they also sell suitable oem switches. See the end of this guide for their details and a few sample photos.

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(left: switches are both up, right: first switch is down)

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(left: both switches down, right: second switch is down)

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(left: both switches up, right: both switches down)

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(left: both switches down, right: both switches up)

The switch used here is a latching switch but momentary is also available. The switch illumination can be used but as the ends are removed you will get white light spilling out the sides so upgrading the internal light to a coloured LED gives a nice glow around the switch.

The switch used to be available from RadioShack in the US but they don’t seem to carry them anymore.

Jaycar (Australia and overseas)

SP-0742 Red
SP-0750 Red Momentary
SP-0752 Green
SP-0753 Green Momentary

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To allow the blank to fit and move freely the two sides of the switch around the cover of the switch must be removed, not that the base width must not be altered as it’s a perfect width for the centre console.

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Switch Blanks (Blind Covers)

Golf Mark V and VI

  • 1K0 959 623 C 3X1 (1K0959623C 3X1) – Passenger & Drivers Side
  • 1K0 959 623 D 3X1 (1K0959623D 3X1) - Middle

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Remove the plastic in the switch as shown and roughen the surface on the bottom of the switch in preparation for gluing.

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Perform a test fitting of the switch and the switch blank to make sure it all fits together. Glue the cover from the switch and the switch blank together, roughen the surface of the switch cover and use a two part epoxy (5 min araldite or similar).

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Clip the switch and the switch blank together and test the operation.

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The finished switches ready for fitting to the centre console. When soldering the wire on keep the connections tight as the retaining nut has to fit over the soldered connections.

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Fit the switches and align them on the front (there is limited adjustment) and screw the retaining nut down tight. Once aligned use some two part epoxy (araldite or similar) to lock it tight and prevent the retaining nut from working it’s way loose. The wires have been taped up using Fabric Adhesive Tape for wiring looms and harnesses and connectors fitted around 300mm down to allow easy removal of the central console.

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CarStyle4You sell suitable engraved blanks and switches that match the OEM ones and can be illuminated. I may organise a few of these switches and post a separate guide/review as the quality looks top notch and well worth the money.

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2367/adding-switches-to-the-blank-switch-covers-in-the-centre-console-of-the-volkswagen-golf-and-jetta/feed 4 Covering the exposed wires on the accelerator pedal – Volkswagen Golf – Jetta – Passat – GTI http://www.my-gti.com/2362/covering-the-exposed-wires-on-the-accelerator-pedal-volkswagen-golf-jetta-passat-gti http://www.my-gti.com/2362/covering-the-exposed-wires-on-the-accelerator-pedal-volkswagen-golf-jetta-passat-gti#comments Mon, 24 May 2010 12:50:43 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2362 Exposed wires on the accelerator pedal are an easy fix, all that’s required is some Fabric Adhesive Tape for wiring looms and harnesses.

You can disconnect the connector or fit the tape whilst still connected.

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]]> Exposed wires on the accelerator pedal are an easy fix, all that’s required is some Fabric Adhesive Tape for wiring looms and harnesses.

You can disconnect the connector or fit the tape whilst still connected.

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2362/covering-the-exposed-wires-on-the-accelerator-pedal-volkswagen-golf-jetta-passat-gti/feed 0 CAN bus gateway removing, installing and upgrading – Volkswagen Golf http://www.my-gti.com/2296/can-bus-gateway-removing-installing-and-upgrading-volkswagen-golf http://www.my-gti.com/2296/can-bus-gateway-removing-installing-and-upgrading-volkswagen-golf#comments Sat, 08 May 2010 15:09:00 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2296 The role of the Gateway (also known as the Data bus diagnostic interface J533) is the exchange of data between the CAN data bus systems (‘powertrain CAN data bus’, ‘convenience CAN data bus’ and ‘infotainment CAN data bus’) and the conversion of diagnostic data from CAN data bus systems to K-cable and vice versa so [...]]]> The role of the Gateway (also known as the Data bus diagnostic interface J533) is the exchange of data between the CAN data bus systems (‘powertrain CAN data bus’, ‘convenience CAN data bus’ and ‘infotainment CAN data bus’) and the conversion of diagnostic data from CAN data bus systems to K-cable and vice versa so the data can be used by vehicle diagnosis, testing and information systems like the dealer VAS tools and Vagcom/VCDS.

For various reasons including power drain issues with third generation head units or the addition of new unsupported modules the CAN bus gateway must be upgraded to a newer revision. This guide covers the replacement of the CAN bus gateway in a 2005 MY06 Volkswagen Golf GTI. The upgrade replaces the 1K0 907 530 E (1K0907530E) with a 1K0 907 530 AA (1K0907530AA).

This process works the same for most Volkswagen models.

1K0 907 530 E (1K0907530E)
Revision: 11

1K0 907 530 AA (1K0907530AA)
Revision: H16

Record current installation list and long coding

Take screen shots or make a note of your installation list in controller 19 – Can Gateway using Vagcom/VCDS. This step is critical unless you want to figure out what you had installed prior to the upgrade. Don’t be tempted to copy down the long code unless you are installing the exact same revision of gateway as different revisions have extra features.

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Whilst not essential it is worth taking a screen shot of the different screens in the long coding.

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Removing and Installing the Gateway

Remove the key from the ignition or disconnect the car’s battery (the battery disconnect is optional but better safe than sorry)

Remove the footwell cover on the drivers side where the gateway is located – Volkswagen Golf footwell cover drivers side – Removal and  Installation.

The gateway can be in two locations on the Golf. One is above the accelerator pedal and the other is above the clutch pedal (if fitted). The clutch pedal location was used for the first year or so of production.

MY05 gateway location

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Removing

  • Release the connector and pull the connector off the data bus diagnostic interface.
  • Press three securing pins together and push out of holes to release or the holder is hinged and release that.

Installation

  • Install in the reverse order of removal.

Reconnect the battery

MY06 onwards gateway location

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Removing

  • Release the connector (1) and pull the connector off the data bus diagnostic interface (2).
  • Press securing pins (3) together (see arrows) and push out of holes to release.

Installation

  • Install in the reverse order of removal.

Reconnect the battery

Coding the new gateway

Using the screen shots and notes from earlier you can now recode the gateway. Below are screenshots showing the differences between the two gateways (old gateway on the left and new gateway on the right

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2296/can-bus-gateway-removing-installing-and-upgrading-volkswagen-golf/feed 2 Volkswagen Golf footwell cover drivers side – Removal and Installation http://www.my-gti.com/2315/volkswagen-golf-footwell-cover-drivers-side-removal-and-installation http://www.my-gti.com/2315/volkswagen-golf-footwell-cover-drivers-side-removal-and-installation#comments Sat, 08 May 2010 14:14:57 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2315

]]> Removing
  • Remove the two bolts (1) – 1.5 Nm
  • Detach cover from mountings and disconnect wiring harness from footwell light
  • Operate the two locking devices (arrows) and pull the diagnostic connector out of the cover.

Installation

  • Install in reverse order of the removal process.

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]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2315/volkswagen-golf-footwell-cover-drivers-side-removal-and-installation/feed 1 Volkswagen Central Electronics Control Module (CECM) http://www.my-gti.com/2269/volkswagen-central-electronics-control-module-cecm http://www.my-gti.com/2269/volkswagen-central-electronics-control-module-cecm#comments Sun, 25 Apr 2010 09:08:13 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2269 The Central Electronics Control Module (CECM) is situated above the pedals on the drivers side and controls all the lights in the car, monitors them, controls what appears in the MFD under the lights menu, controls the leaving home and coming home lights function,  controls the horn(s) and other features. There are different variants of [...]]]> The Central Electronics Control Module (CECM) is situated above the pedals on the drivers side and controls all the lights in the car, monitors them, controls what appears in the MFD under the lights menu, controls the leaving home and coming home lights function,  controls the horn(s) and other features. There are different variants of this module called the Medium and the Highline, the latter is required for fog lights, bi-xenons and other features.

Partial listing of CECM’s and their details

3C0 937 049 (3C0937049) – 21 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 A (3C0937049A) – 21 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 B (3C0937049B) – 21 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 C (3C0937049C) – 21 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 D (3C0937049D) – 21 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 E (3C0937049E) – 21 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 F (3C0937049F) – 21 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 G (3C0937049G) – 21 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 H (3C0937049H) – 23 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 J (3C0937049J) – 23 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 K (3C0937049K) – 23 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 L (3C0937049L) – 23 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 P (3C0937049P) – 23 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 Q (3C0937049Q) – 23 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 R (3C0937049R) – 23 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 S (3C0937049S) – 23 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 T (3C0937049T) – 23 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 AA (3C0937049AA) – 23 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 AB (3C0937049AB) – 23 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 AC (3C0937049AC) – 23 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 AD (3C0937049AD) – 23 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 AE (3C0937049AE) – 23 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 AF (3C0937049AF) – 23 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 AG (3C0937049AG) – 23 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 AH (3C0937049AH) – 30 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 AJ (3C0937049AJ) – 30 Byte – Highend
3C0 937 049 AK (3C0937049AK) – 30 Byte – Medium
3C0 937 049 AL (3C0937049AL) – 30 Byte – Highend
3C8 937 049 A (3C8937049A) – 30 Byte – Medium
3C8 937 049 D (3C8937049D) – 30 Byte – Medium
3C8 937 049 E (3C8937049E) – 30 Byte – Highend
3C8 937 049 F (3C8937049F) – 30 Byte – Highend
3C8 937 049 G (3C8937049G) – 30 Byte – Medium
3C8 937 049 H (3C8937049H) – 30 Byte – unsure
3C8 937 049 N (3C8937049N) – 30 Byte – unsure
3C8 937 049 P (3C8937049P) – 30 Byte – unsure
3C8 937 049 Q (3C8937049Q) – 30 Byte – unsure
3C8 937 049 R (3C8937049R) – 30 Byte – Highend
3C8 937 049 S (3C8937049S) – 30 Byte – Highend
3C8 937 049 AA (3C8937049AA) – 30 Byte – unsure
3C8 937 049 AB (3C8937049AB) – 30 Byte – Highend

]]> http://www.my-gti.com/2269/volkswagen-central-electronics-control-module-cecm/feed 1 Adding Interior Door Handle Illumination to the Volkswagen Golf and Jetta – Front http://www.my-gti.com/2249/adding-interior-door-handle-illumination-to-the-volkswagen-golf-and-jetta-front http://www.my-gti.com/2249/adding-interior-door-handle-illumination-to-the-volkswagen-golf-and-jetta-front#comments Sun, 25 Apr 2010 07:22:29 +0000 Maverick http://www.my-gti.com/?p=2249 This guide is not yet complete – any information contained within has not been confirmed yet.

Parts required:

Suitable LED and resister for 12V operation. 000 979 009 (000979009) - Repair Wire (1 required for 2 doors or 1 required per door – see below) I’m not sure if there is a spare ground on the controller or if an [...]]]> This guide is not yet complete – any information contained within has not been confirmed yet.

Parts required:

  • Suitable LED and resister for 12V operation.
  • 000 979 009 (000979009) - Repair Wire (1 required for 2 doors or 1 required per door – see below)
    I’m not sure if there is a spare ground on the controller or if an existing one has to be used.
  • Interior fabric adhesive tape - Fabric Adhesive Tape for wiring looms and harnesses
  • Trim Removal Tools
  • Selection of heat shrink tubing (3-5mm), soldering iron/blowtorch, solder
  • Vagcom/VCDS to code the door (this can be done before or after the install)

Volkswagen Golf & Jetta Door Controller Information Mark V has information on the door controllers. This guide will be based on the install in my March 2008 build MY08 GTI.

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Parts required:

Suitable LED and resister for 12V operation.. 000 979 018 (000979018) - Repair Wire (1 required for 2 doors or 1 required per door – see below) I’m not sure if there is a spare ground on the controller or if [...]]]>

This guide is not yet complete – any information contained within has not been confirmed yet.

Parts required:

  • Suitable LED and resister for 12V operation..
  • 000 979 018 (000979018) - Repair Wire (1 required for 2 doors or 1 required per door – see below)
    I’m not sure if there is a spare ground on the controller or if an existing one has to be used.
  • Interior fabric adhesive tape - Fabric Adhesive Tape for wiring looms and harnesses
  • Trim Removal Tools
  • Selection of heat shrink tubing (3-5mm), soldering iron/blowtorch, solder
  • Vagcom/VCDS to code the door (this can be done before or after the install)

Volkswagen Golf & Jetta Door Controller Information Mark V has information on the door controllers. This guide will be based on the install in my March 2008 build MY08 GTI.

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