Weekly vehicle inspections Volkswagen Golf 4

Starting from an external source (another car)
When starting from a jump start source, observe the following precautions. Before connecting the external battery, make sure the ignition is off. Make sure all electrical...

If the engine does not start and the starter does not work
If this is a model with an automatic transmission, make sure the gear shift lever is in the "P" or "N" position. Open the hood and make sure the battery terminals are clean and...

If the engine does not start even though the starter works normally
Check that there is fuel in the tank. Check for moisture on electrical components under the hood. Turn off the ignition, then wipe wet components with a dry cloth. Apply a...

Wheel replacement
The spare wheel is located in a recess under the luggage compartment carpet and secured with a holder. 1. Remove the carpet covering above the spare wheel in the luggage...

Towing a car
Towing must be carried out in compliance with the following conditions. To tow the vehicle, first remove the right grille at the bottom of the front bumper and screw in the towing...

Checking the tightness of connections
The presence of puddles on the garage floor or engine, or obvious moisture under the hood or under the car, suggests a leak that needs to be found and repaired immediately....

Weekly inspection locations
55 kW petrol engine 1 - windshield washer reservoir; 2 - expansion tank of the cooling system; 3 - dipstick for measuring the oil level in the engine; 4 - filler neck for engine...

Checking the engine oil level
1. Place the vehicle on a level, horizontal surface. 2. Check the engine oil level before starting the engine, but not earlier than 5 minutes after turning off the engine. Fill...

Checking the coolant level
Warning: Do not remove the expansion tank cap while the engine is hot, as there is a risk of burns from hot fluid vapors. The coolant level in the expansion tank changes depending...

Checking the windshield wipers
Check the condition of the wiper blades. Keeping your windscreen wipers in perfect condition is essential to ensure good visibility. To avoid deformation of the brushes, it is...

Checking the windshield washer fluid level
It is recommended to constantly add a glass cleaner with a solvent for wax preservatives to the water, and in winter - also an anti-icing agent, since water alone is not enough to...

Checking the brake fluid level
Warning: The brake fluid used in the hydraulic clutch system is poisonous, so if it comes into contact with your skin, rinse the area immediately with plenty of water. Warning: If...

Checking the electrical system
Check all external lights and horn. Visually inspect all accessible electrical connectors, wire harnesses, and wire harness retaining clips. If a particular exterior light bulb...

Checking the battery
Cleanliness of the battery and especially its upper surface is especially important, since the layer of dirt that accumulates on it easily forms conductive paths that lead to...

Tires and checking tire pressure
Tires are the only parts of the car that are constantly in contact with the road, and even the combined contact surface of all tires is small. Therefore, it is necessary to...

Vehicle identification data
Line sticker with engine number on timing belt cover Vehicle identification number on the water collection cavity of the engine compartment Vehicle Identification Number (chassis...

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