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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Imported Cars & Light Trucks & Vans -> 2003-04 -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable -> Cleanliness -> Engine Coolant -> Exercise System -> General Service -> Product Compatibility -> R-134a -> Refrigerant Oil -> Safety
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL

Battery Ground Cable

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

Product Compatibility

Refrigerant Oil

Before replenishing refrigerant oil, ensure product compatibility with the system being serviced. Refer to "A/C Data," for specifications.

Engine Coolant

Before adding or replacing engine coolant, ensure product compatibility with the system being serviced. If using orange silicate-free coolant, do not mix with green silicated coolant. If mixed, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result.

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1990-06 Models w/Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Se...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 2.8 V6 GAS

Wheel bearing must not be burdened while 12 point nut is loose.

If wheel bearing is burdened by weight of vehicle, wheel bearing will be pre-damaged. This will diminish wheel bearing service life.

If it should be necessary to move a vehicle whose drive axle has been removed, before doing so install an outer joint in place of drive axle and tighten it to 11 ft. lbs., or else wheel bearing will be damaged.

The wheel hub/axle shaft on model "Golf GTI 132 kW" and R32 is secured with a hex bolt instead of a 12-point nut. The spline of outer joint is slightly shorter than previou...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Pull off intake hose connector and hose from mass airflow sensor.
  • Remove bolts and air filter housing.
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove fuse holder cover.
  • Remove fuse holder mounting bolt, then pivot fuse holder, with fuses still connected, rearward away from battery.
  • Disconnect battery positive cable.
  • Remove heat shield cover, if required.
  • Remove bolt, retaining bracket and battery hold-down bracket.
  • Disconnect central gas vent hose from top cover, if required.
  • Remove battery from vehicle.
  • Remove bolts and battery carrier.
  • Disconnect electrical connections at...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volkswagen -> 1993-2004 Golf, GTI & Jetta
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 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 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Service Reminder Indicator Lamp -> 1993-2005 Jetta
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 GAS

The Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) alerts the driver when a vehicle service is needed. The system uses a hard permanent type memory which will not erase if the battery is disconnected.

This reminder appears in the odometer display window. When the ignition is turned on, the following displays will appear for about 3 seconds: IN 00, no service required; OEL, 7500 miles/6 month engine oil change; IN 01, 15,000 miles/12 month maintenance and inspection; IN 02, 30,000 miles/24 month maintenance and inspection.

After required procedures are completed, reset the SRI displays to those ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 2.8 V6 GAS

  • Put lock carrier into service position.
  • Mark direction of engine rotation on belt.
  • Slacken belt by tur...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2004 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Motronic Engine Control Module Power Supply Relay Diagram for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 GASMotronic Engine Control Module Power Supply Relay Diagram for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Motronic Engine Control Module Power Supply Relay
  • J271
  • Airbag Control Module Diagram for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta  2.8 V6 GASAirbag Control Module Diagram for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 2.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Air Bag Control Module
  • J234
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2004 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Clutch Pedal Position Switch
  • Starting Interlock Relay
  • 2004 Volkswagen Jetta  2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Volkswagen Jetta 2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Light Dimmer Switch
  • Push Button Light
  • Fuel Tank Lid Unlock Motor
  • Remote/Fuel Tank Door Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2004 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Radio, Entering and Retrieving Anti-Theft (SAFE) Code
    Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: Oil Consumption Measurement
    Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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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