Vehicle Maintenance Volkswagen Golf 4

Vehicle maintenance
This chapter is intended to ensure that your vehicle is properly serviced, to help keep your vehicle in good condition and to extend its service life. If maintenance is not...

Technical characteristics of the car
Spark plugs Engine Type of candle Interelectrode gap, mm 1.4 I/55 kW (75 hp) AHW/AKQ Beru 14FGH-7DTURX 1,0 1.4 I/55 kW (75 hp) AHW/AKQ NGK BKUR 6 ET-10 1,0 1.6 I/74 kW (100 hp)...

Maintenance frequency
To keep your vehicle in excellent condition, it is necessary to perform periodic maintenance. Maintenance should be performed both constantly and at certain intervals, which are...

Maintenance schedule
Change engine oil. Replace oil filter. On a vehicle with a diesel engine, drain the water from the fuel filter. Check the exhaust tract for secure fastening, leaks and damage....

Viscosity and specifications of motor oil
Viscosity of motor oils At the manufacturer's plant, the engine is filled with a special high-quality all-season oil, which is suitable for use at all times of the year, with the...

Qualities of motor oils
All-season oils according to VW standards 501 01 and 505 00 are relatively inexpensive oils with the following qualities: year-round use in temperate climate zones; excellent...

Mixing motor oil
This and similar questions are of interest to many car enthusiasts. The answer to the first one is, unfortunately, no, even if these are oils from companies with a "world-famous"...

Oil and oil filter change
Periodic oil and oil filter changes are the most important preventative maintenance procedure. As engine oil ages, it becomes thin and contaminated, leading to premature engine...

Replacing the oil filter on diesel engines
1 - lid; 2 - sealing ring; 3 - sealing ring; 4 - filter element Execution order 1. Using a ferrule wrench or VW-3417 spanner, unscrew the oil filter cover. 2. Remove the oil...

Checking the exhaust system
1. With the engine cold, check the condition of the exhaust system along its entire length. 2. Check the pipes and their connections for leaks, corrosion and damage. Check that...

Engine cooling system
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a long-life coolant that does not need to be replaced. The coolant consists of 60% water and 40% low-temperature...

Checking the coolant level and density
Checking the coolant level in the expansion tank Checking the density of the coolant in the expansion tank Warning: Never open the engine hood if you see steam coming out of the...

Loss of coolant
A significant decrease in the coolant level gives grounds to assume, first of all, a breach of the seal tightness. In this case, the engine cooling system should be checked...

Topping up the coolant
First, turn off the engine and let it cool down. Then cover the expansion tank cap with a rag and carefully unscrew it counterclockwise. If under the circumstances you do not have...

Replacing the air filter element
1. Unscrew the screws (indicated by arrows) and remove the air filter cover. 2. Remove the old filter element. 3. Carefully clean the inside surfaces of the air filter cover and...

Checking the condition of the poly V-belt
The tension of the poly V-belt with ribs is performed automatically. It is necessary to periodically check the condition of the belt, and if defects are found, replace the belt....

Spark plugs
Spark plugs are replaced during scheduled maintenance. If you ever have to replace spark plugs outside of routine maintenance, keep the following in mind. Spark plugs and the...

Replacing spark plugs
Tools needed to remove the spark plug and adjust the gap Measuring spark plug gap with a wire gauge Measuring spark plug gap with feeler gauge Correct functioning of spark plugs...

Some practical tips on choosing and maintaining spark plugs
Installing new spark plugs after a short mileage (about 1000 km), it is advisable to unscrew them, marking the cylinder number, and carefully inspect the condition of the...

Replacing the fuel filter (diesel engines)
Fuel filter for diesel engines 1 - spring clip; 2 - valve; 3 - fuel hose; 4 - fuel hose Execution order 1. Place a suitable container under the fuel filter. 2. Release the spring...

Checking the tightness of the hoses and fluid leakage
Cooling system leaks are usually detected by a white or rust-colored coating in the area adjacent to the leak. Carefully inspect the radiator and coolant hoses along their entire...

V-belts
V-belts are among the most stressed parts of a car during operation. Therefore, the quality of V-belts is subject to particularly high requirements. When replacing a V-belt, it is...

Measuring wear of timing belts on diesel engines
1. Release the three spring clips and remove the timing belt cover. 2. Using a caliper, measure the width (a) of the timing belt (the arrows indicate the measurement location). If...

Gearbox/Main gear
Drive shafts Check the condition of the constant velocity joint protective boots. Automatic transmission Visually check for leaks. Check the oil level in the gearbox and final...

Checking the drive shaft protective boot
1. Raise and secure the vehicle securely on stands. 2. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the right or left and turn the wheel. 3. Inspect the rubber CV joint boots by...

Visual inspection of gearbox tightness
Gearbox oil leaks may occur in the following places: at the junction of the gearbox and the engine (crankshaft rear seal ring and gearbox seal ring); at the junction of the drive...

Checking the oil level in a manual transmission
Location of the gearbox oil filler plug on models with 1.4/1.6-I engines Location of the gearbox oil filler plug on models with 1.8/2.3-I engines The oil in the manual...

Checking the oil level in the main gear of the automatic transmission
1. Place the vehicle on a lift in a horizontal position. 2. Unscrew, remove the speedometer drive mechanism and wipe it with a clean cloth. 3. Insert the speedometer drive...

Checking/replacing the oil level in the automatic transmission
The transmission oil level in the automatic transmission depends on the transmission oil temperature. Since diagnostic equipment is required to accurately measure the temperature,...

Checking the front suspension and steering
1. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on stands. 2. Visually inspect the ball joint dust boots and rack and pinion steering gear boots for cracks, wear, and...

Checking the dust covers of the front suspension joints
1. Raise the front of the car and support it on stands with the wheels hanging in the air. 2. Use a portable lamp to shine a light on the front suspension lower joint dust boots...

Checking the shock absorber
Check the shock absorber for any signs of fluid leaks. If a leak is found, the shock absorber is damaged and needs to be replaced Warning: Shock absorbers must be replaced in...

Radiator check
Execution order 1. Check the radiator for leaks or corrosion, especially around the coolant hose connections. 2. Using a soft brush or compressed air, clean the radiator. 3. If...

Checking the electrical wiring
Check the condition of the electrical wiring in the engine compartment and under the vehicle. Check the reliability of the electrical wiring. Pay special attention to the...

Checking the Power Steering Fluid Level
The power steering fluid level can be checked when the vehicle is cold or when it is hot during operation. It is recommended to check the power steering fluid level when the...

Brake fluid
The brake fluid reservoir is located on the left side of the engine compartment. The reservoir cap has a vent hole that should not be blocked. Brake fluid absorbs moisture....

Checking the brake fluid level
The reservoir has a transparent body, and the brake fluid level can be monitored from the outside. A brake system control lamp signals that the brake fluid level in the reservoir...

Replacing brake fluid
Location of the brake caliper bleeder nipple The brake caliper bleed nipple is indicated by the arrow. Using a wrench to loosen the bleeder screw 1 – spanner Warning: Old brake...

Checking the front brake pads
Warning: Since experience shows that the front brake pads on the front passenger side wear out more quickly, the brake pads should be checked on the right front wheel. 1. Loosen...

Checking the rear disc brake pads
Check the brake pad thickness through the holes in the wheel disc (a) without removing the wheel. The minimum permissible thickness of the rear brake pad together with the backing...

Checking the rear brake shoes of drum brakes
1. Raise the vehicle and secure it on stands. 2. Remove the plugs from the inspection holes of the brake shield. Using a portable lamp, through the inspection holes, illuminate...

Checking brake hoses
Brake pipes and hoses are used to transfer brake fluid from the master brake cylinder to the wheel brake cylinders. Brake hoses provide movable connections between the moving and...

Checking the condition of seat belts
Checking the seat belt for broken threads or fraying Warning: Do not use the power shoulder belt from the emergency kit on a child seat. The diagonal belt does not provide...

Airbags
Location of driver airbag (1) in the center of the steering wheel Location of front passenger airbag (2) in the instrument panel Check the condition of the airbags for mechanical...

Door hinges
The door hinges must be periodically lubricated with VW-G 000 400 grease (the lubrication point is indicated by arrows).

Replacing the dust filter
The dust filter, which traps dust and pollen, is located on the right in the water collection compartment under the cover in the ventilation and heating system of the passenger...

Rechargeable battery
A battery is a device for storing energy in chemical form that can be used as electricity. The battery works because two different metals, when placed in an acidic solution,...

Checking the electrolyte level
Location of fuse holder above battery 1 - negative wire fastening; 2 - hex nut; 3 - positive wire fastening; 4 - fuses. The battery under normal vehicle operating conditions...

Operation of the battery in winter conditions
In winter, the battery is under particularly heavy load. In addition, at low temperatures, the battery only provides a portion of the power it has at positive temperatures when...

Battery charge
Before charging, turn off the ignition and all current consumers. When charging with a small current (for example, using a low-power charger) there is generally no need to...

Disconnecting the battery from the on-board network
When you disconnect the battery from the vehicle's electrical system, keep in mind that: all data from the trip computer's memory device is erased; watches with hands stop,...

Removal and installation the battery
Removal 1. Before removing the battery, turn off the ignition and disconnect all power consumers. 2. Squeeze the fuse holder cover from both sides and fold it aside. 3. Unscrew...

Purchasing a battery
Probably the most important thing a buyer should pay attention to is the battery specifications. There are three of them. The first is the nominal voltage, it is the same for all...

Windscreen washers
If you do not have glass cleaner or anti-icing agents, you can use alcohol (the proportion of which should not exceed 15%). However, it should be borne in mind that with such a...

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

Checking the initial position of the windshield wiper arm
Initial position of the windshield wiper blade A=20–30 mm Initial position of the rear window wiper blade a=25 mm Checking and adjusting the angle of the windshield wiper arm 1 -...

Replacing the battery in the remote control key
Remote control key components 1 - head; 2 - lower battery; 3 - contact plate; 4 - top battery; 5 - lid; 6 - key Execution order Warning: When removing the battery, check the marks...

Resetting the Service Indicator
When it is time for the next maintenance, the lower counter (daily mileage counter) the speedometer lights up with one of the following symbols indicating the required type of...

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