Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, GTI Service Manual (1999-2005)

Service to Volkswagen owners is of top priority to Volkswagen and has included the continuing development and introduction of new and expanded services. The aim throughout this manual has been simplicity, clarity and completeness, with practical explanations, step-by-step procedures, and accurate specifications. Whether you're a professional or a do-it-yourself Volkswagen owner, this manual will help you understand, care for, and repair your Volkswagen. Though the do-it-yourself Volkswagen owner will find this manual indispensable as a source of the same detailed maintenance and repair information available at an authorized Volkswagen dealer, the Volkswagen owner who has no intention of working on his or her car will find that reading and owning this manual will make it possible to discuss repairs more intelligently with a professional technician.

Technical highlights:

• Covers Volkswagen Golf and GTI models 1999–2005 and Jetta models based
  on the A4 platform, sold from 1999 through the first part of 2005.
  The A5 platform Jetta, introduced mid-2005, is not covered.

• Maintenance procedures: from oil changes to belt replacement.

• Engine and cylinder head service and reconditioning, including timing belt (4-cylinder)
  and timing chain (6-cylinder) repair.

• Explanation of Motronic M5.9, ME 7.1/7.5 and Diesel Turbo Direct Injection (TDI)
  engine management systems and ODB II.

• Emission control tests, repairs and adjustments, including Exhaust Gas Recirculation
  and Secondary Air Injection system.

• Drivetrain maintenance, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair, including hydraulic clutch,
  gearshift linkage, and axles.

• Suspension component replacement, including front struts, rear shocks, rear coil springs,
  and wheel bearing/hub units.

• Heating and air conditioning repair, including A/C component replacement
  and the Climatronic system.

• Body adjustment and repairs, including front and rear doors, fenders,
  front radiator support and sunroof.

• Wiring schematics, including fuse/relay locations and a general explanation of electrical circuitry.|
  Includes R32 wiring.

• Volkswagen OBD II diagnostic trouble codes, SAE-defined OBD II P-codes,
  as well as basic scan tool operation.

• Comprehensive Volkswagen factory tolerances, wear limits, adjustments,
  and tightening torques.

• Includes new "A4" product familiarization and R32 service information supplements