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We have info for following modifications of 2001 Volkswagen Golf

  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL, CC:1896, CID:116, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:116
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.8 V6 GAS, CC:2792, Fuel Injection
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.8 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Siphon brake fluid from reservoir, then disconnect brake lines from master cylinder and electrical connectors from brake lamp switches.
  • Remove master cylinder to firewall or brake booster attaching nuts, then the master cylinder and se...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Precautions -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System -> Battery Ground Cable -> Brake Fluid
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.8 V6 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Audio Coded Anti-Theft System

Some models are equipped with a radio anti-theft system that will disable the system when battery power is interrupted. Unless the system is reset the radio will not operate.

  • Turn radio On. SAFE and 1000 should be displayed.
  • Enter radio code using first four program station buttons. Security code will appear on display.
  • Depress and hold righthand side of rad...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Brake Service -> Shoes, Replace -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL

Shoes, Replace

Failure to follow outlined procedures may lead to a reduction in parking brake efficiency.

  • Remove one wheel bolt, then push self adjusting wedge upwards with a suitable screwdriver through wheel bolt hole to back off brake shoes, Fig. .
  • Install wheel bolt and tighten to specifications, then remove grease cap with puller tool No. VW 637/2, or equivalent.
  • Remove cotter pin and axle nut, then pull off brake drum.
  • Remove spring retainer by pressing it against spring and turning 1/4 turn.
  • Disconnect brake shoes from anchor pins, then remove return spring.
  • Disconnect parking br...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS

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