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2003 Volkswagen Golf CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Volkswagen REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Wire Color Code Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> Bosch 5 -> Bosch 5.3 -> Brake System Bleed -> Cabrio, Golf, GTI, Jetta & New Beetle -> Coding Control Module -> Component Replacement -> Control Module -> EuroVan -> Hydraulic Modulator -> ITT Mark 20 IE -> Passat -> Teves Type 04 -> Teves Type 20
Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL

Brake System Bleed

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems" for bleeding procedure.

Component Replacement

Bosch 5.3, ITT Mark 20 and Teves model 20 ABS control modules are coded to the vehicle. Replacement control modules must be coded after installation. Refer to "Coding Control Module" for procedures.

Prior to servicing the ABS system, always turn the ignition off.

The ABS control unit must never be exposed to temperatures greater than 185°F for more than two hours, or 203°F for even short time periods. The ABS control unit must be unplugged if an electric welder is to be used on the vehicle.

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Component Locations -> 1999-06 1.9L Volkswagen Turbo Diesel Engine
Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Remove drive axle retaining nut while vehicle is still on ground.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel.
  • Mark position of bolts attaching ball joints to control arms, then remove bolts and separate ball joint from control arm. Discard bolts.
  • Remove drive axle to transaxle drive flange attaching bolts.
  • Mount a suitable puller tool onto hub assembly and press axle shaft out of hub. Do not flex CV or tripod joints more than 25° from their original angles.
  • On models equipped with automatic transaxle,remove pendulum support mounting bolts, Fig. .
  • Push engine and tran...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Remove battery and battery carrier.
  • Disconnect electrical connector and remove from retainer.
  • Disconnect terminal 50 connector.
  • Remove nut and terminal 30 wire from starter.
  • Remove wiring from wiring guides.
  • Remove wiring guides.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove middle cover of engine compartment noise insulation.
  • Remove lefthand engine comp...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volkswagen -> 1993-2004 Golf, GTI & Jetta
Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL

On 1993-96 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles.

On 1997-2003 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 10,000 miles.

On 2004 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the righthand plenum cover fasteners, then the cover.
  • Remove the air deflector, if equipped.
  • Press the cabin air filter housing clips downward, then remove the cabin air ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp -> -> Digifant & Digifant II -> Digifant I -> OBD ll
Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL

OBD ll

If faults are recognized and verified by the engine control module, they will be indicated by switching on the MIL. Perform the functional inspection as follows: Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The MIL must light up if the MIL does not light with the ignition switch on, inspect the bulb and/or locate and eliminate short or open in wiring circuit from the engine control module to MIL using a proper wiring diagram. If no fault can be detected in the wiring the ECM may be faulty. If the MIL lights with the ignition switch on, start engine and run at idle speed the MIL must go o...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL

  • Drain coolant into suitable container, then remove front bumper.
  • Remove radiator hoses from radiator.
  • Disconnect thermo switch and radiator fan electrical connectors.
  • Remove tensioning e...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Mark rotation of drive belt.
  • Rotate or lift tensioner to release tension on drive belt.
  • Lock be...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2003 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Steering Angle Sensor Diagram for 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GASSteering Angle Sensor Diagram for 2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Steering Angle Sensor
  • G85
  • Ground Connection Diagram for 2003 Volkswagen Golf  2.0 L4 GASGround Connection Diagram for 2003 Volkswagen Golf 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground Connection 78
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2003 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Fresh Air/Recirculating Flap Switch
  • Fresh Air Blower Switch
  • Fresh Air Control Lever Light
  • Fresh Air Blower
  • Fresh Air And Recirculating Air Mode Indicator Light
  • 2003 Volkswagen Golf  2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Volkswagen Golf 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Coolant Fan
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2003 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Radio, Entering and Retrieving Anti-Theft (SAFE) Code
    Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: Oil Consumption Measurement
    Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2003 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2003 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2003 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2003 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2003 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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