Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Volswagen Vortex Brake Light Switch DIY Installation Manual

The procedure below applies to the most recent 4-pin brake light switches with the following part#s - 1J0 945 511 B, 1J0 945 511 C and 1J0 945 511 D (the most recent version - if you buy a new switch it will almost certainly be the ‘D’ version since it supercedes all previous versions). If you have an older style of brake light switch with part# 1J0 945 511 A, then the special installation procedure given below does not apply. See the procedure given at the very end of this DIY for installing this switch. Introduction, Installing the switch : Before attempting to install a new brake light switch, first make sure that the switch is in its unlocked state (as described above) AND the plunger is fully extended (approx. 1?). The bracket that holds the brake light switch is indicated by the yellow arrow in the picture below. Note that the hole in the bracket is not symmetrical and as a result, the switch can only be inserted one way. Push down the brake pedal as far as it will go. If it does not go down enough, start the car temporarily to loosen the brake pedal and then turn the car off. As always, do this procedure at your own risk. I am not responsible for any mistakes in the above procedure or those that you make while performing it.

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Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Volkswagen Jetta/Golf Brake System Removal Guides

This mechanical manual could be applied for these vehicles: Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, GTI 1999, 2000. This document contain regarding information: brake pads removal and installation guide, FN 3 brake caliper, service guide, Rear Wheel brakes, disk brakes service guide, parking brake adjusting, parking brake cables removal and installation, parking brake lever components, brake pedal, assembly overview, brake pedal to brake booster, disconnecting and connecting, brake pedal, removal and installation. Contain step by step procedures with illustration, component exploded view and part list. This brake service manual available free to download in pdf format consists of 52 pages.

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Volkswagen Passat Timing Belt Replacement Procedures

This is a step by step technical guide to replace timing belt and water pump for Volkswagen Passat 1998-2000 models. Time required 5-12 hours, tools needed: Torx drivers - T20, T25, T30, T45; Sockets - 6mm, 10mm, 13mm, 14mm, 16mm, 19mm, 13/16?; Hex (Allen) drivers - 5mm, 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 14mm; Torque wrench(es) - this isn’t optional. Procedures: Bumper cover and bumper removal, Getting the radiator in service position, Timing belt removal, Water pump impeller replacement, Timing belt installation, Radiator panel repositioning and bumper cover installation, Coolant refill and final check.

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Monday, October 29, 2012

Volkswagen New Beetle Headlight and Bulb Replacement Guide

Both high and low beam bulbs are H1 bulbs. This information can be found in your owner’s manual or the Bentley manual for the New Beetle. Don’t depend on the auto parts store or aftermarket suppliers’ catalogs to tell you anything different. When you take out the old bulb, it should have “H1? stamped on the metal base or etched on the glass itself. Low beam is a 55 watt bulb, and high beam is 60 watts. Before you try removing the headlight housings, check for a blown fuse first, since the headlight circuits on these cars are fused. The fuse is located on the regular fuse panel inside the car, on the left side of the dashboard behind the removable cover. Open the hood. Locate the seam between the nosepiece and the front fender (either side). Go up between the first two fender mounting bolts and look down a few inches. See a small knob sticking out at you? That is a release lever for the headlight assembly. Push in on it slightly and pull all the way up as far as the lever will go. Once you have the headlight out, pull the connector off the back of the housing and take the headlight somewhere where it is easy to work on. Put it on a pillow or something soft so you don’t risk scratching the lens.

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Sunday, October 28, 2012

Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit MkV Fog Lights Installation Instructions Manual

This is an in-depth DIY procedures “how to install the fog lights” for VW golf/Rabbit MkV. It covers the required material, tools and gives a step-by-step procedure. By reading this installation instruction you’ll learn about these following topics: Electrical system control module identification, Accessing the electrical system control module, Retrieving the electrical system using VAG-COM, Identifying the electrical system control module type, Material, parts and tools, Requirements for relay installation, Installation procedures, Engine compartment installation, FOG Lights Grounding, Engine Compartment Routing, Dash installation and electronic integration, Finishing, programming and testing.

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