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2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Electric Cooling Fans -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System -> Battery Ground Cable -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.

Audio Coded Anti-Theft System

Some models are equipped with an audio coded 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" should be displayed.
  • Depress and hold AM/FM and SCAN buttons until "1000" remains on display. If AM/FM and SCAN buttons are depressed too long or depressed again, radio will misinterpret the "1000" as an attempt a...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines -> Models w/Fitting Or Union Bolt Connection -> Models w/Fuel Hose Connection
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 GAS

Models w/Fuel Hose Connection

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveabilty symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy.

  • Obtain the vehicle owners radio theft protection code prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • On models equipped with underbody moun...

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

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 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 previous...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove engine cover by pulling upward.
  • Release clamps, unclip fuel hoses, then remove charge air hose.
  • Remove vacuum hose, disconnect electrical connection, and remove screw at charge air pipe.
  • Remove bolt and noise insulation.
  • Remove mounting bolt, disconnect connector coupling and remove charge air pipe.
  • Remove protective cap, then disconnect electrical connections from alternator.
  • Remove fuel filter, with hoses connected, from bracket and move aside.
  • If belt is to be reused mark direction of rotation, before removing drive belt. Belt damage will r...

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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 1.8 L4 GAS

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 -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 L4 GAS

If the Air Bag warning lamp lights and stays on, diagnosis and ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at connecting piece and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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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+.

Connector T-3 Diagram for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESELConnector T-3 Diagram for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL

Components on diagram:
  • Connector T3
  • Brake Vacuum Vent Valve Switch for Cruise Control Diagram for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESELBrake Vacuum Vent Valve Switch for Cruise Control Diagram for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Brake Vacuum Vent Valve Switch For Cruise Control
  • F47
  • Brake Vacuum Vent Valve Switch For Diesel Fuel Injection
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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  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Seat Bolster Heater
  • Driver Backrest Heater
  • 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL Wiring Diagram2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • License Plate Light
  • Glove Compartment Light
  • Glove Compartment Light 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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