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 Mark V Headlights – Halogen and Xenon

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The Golf Mark V came with a number of different headlights from the factory, generally a chrome H7 reflector unit for the base models, a black H7 reflector model for GT/GT Sport/GTI and a Bi-Xenon fitted to some GTI and R32 models either optional or standard which was also available on some other models (depending on [...]

Installing an aftermarket Rear View Camera (RVC) into a Golf Mark V and VI rear bumper

The camera chose for the RVC install is a butterfly style camera, the Kufatec interface for the RNS510 required an NTSC camera.

Camera specs

VN2105
Butterfly style mount
Size: 20mm diameter and 25mm deep
Viewing area: 150°
1/4″ color CCD camera

Camera purchased from Dealextreme for USD$110.35 delivered http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.11408

Step 1 – cut opening for camera in rear bumper

The butterfly camera was chosen as [...]

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 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 [...]

Upgrading 2nd generation headunits (RCD 300, RCD 500, MFD2) to 3rd generation headunits (RCD 210, RCD 310, RNS 310, RNS 510, RCD 510)

Upgrading 2nd generation headunits (as fitted to the Golf Mark V and similar models MY05-MY09) to a 3rd generation headunit has a number of additional requirements depending on the year.

Tools required for the install include

Trim removal tools
10mm socket or spanner
Selection of flat and torx screwdrivers
Sharp hobby knife
VCDS from Ross-Tech to code the unit
Fabric Adhesive Tape for [...]

Adjusting operation of the RegenLichtSens (Rain Light Sensor)

Adjusting the operation of the RegenLichtSens (RainLightSensor) is possible through Vagcom/VCDS or the VAS tools that Volkswagen dealers use however adjustments do not make a large difference in the operation of the sensor especially where you have the standard green glass.

Using Vagcom/VCDS open controller 9

Select the dropdown box and select option 2

Select config helper (may require [...]