What have you done to your mk4 (golf/bora) today?

[kendog]

... So Friday I bought a brand new genuine 'keyless entry remote' from VW Barloworld at Mascot, hoping to program it to my car. I've tried many variations of the "2 key method" without success, and there seems to be conflicting information on wether or not my car or comfort module is able to take/use the remotes... Is there anywhere that documents which comfort module's can use the factory/OEM/VW remotes? American sites seem to say that all MK4 ones can be programmed with remotes, even if they only came with "2 standard keys".

Here's the new VW remote I bought, I'm not bothering about the flip key with immobiliser chip until I get this part working first..


My first attempt at uploading a photo, hope it works ok...

UPDATE:
OK, big change in plans,
This afternoon after work, I took apart the lower dash to get to the 'comfort control module'. From what I've read & seen (guides on extending remote range), there are 2 plugs going into the comfort module, 1 main blue one, and a second beige/black one, containing a wire with clear coating - the antenna for OEM remotes. I wanted to see if I could see the 'antenna wire' coming out of the beige/black plug in my exact car. This would at least tell me (a very good indication) if the comfort module was equipped to receive signals from a remote.

Here is what they look like:



And... this is what mine looked like:



Only the blue plug, no beige or black plug at ALL!!!! So much for the antenna wire!! There wasn't even the whole plug it resides on!
This led me to conclude that there ARE comfort modules out there that that are not at all equipped to work with remotes and keyless entry! ...OEM of course that is.

So... now my search was over, what the hell to do with the deflating outcome!?!?!

I decided to install the black wire alarm/immobiliser (I had from a previous car & had already ordered the new wiring loom) as my add-on keyless entry (no pictures, obviously). A few hours later, all done, same night. Works like a charm!

If I get around to it, I might get the windows up/down going too. I can get them up, but not sure if 'holding negative' on that wire constantly is bad? It'd be like constantly holding the key on 'lock' on the door, long after the windows have closed.

Now that's done, I can focus on the wheels! Busy night, I'm off to bed!

[LogiK]

Hey mate,

So did you manage to get the genuine VW remote working or an aftermarket one? I'm confused. If not, what kit did you use!

Cam.

UPDATE:
OK, big change in plans,
This afternoon after work, I took apart the lower dash to get to the 'comfort control module'. From what I've read & seen (guides on extending remote range), there are 2 plugs going into the comfort module, 1 main blue one, and a second beige/black one, containing a wire with clear coating - the antenna for OEM remotes. I wanted to see if I could see the 'antenna wire' coming out of the beige/black plug in my exact car. This would at least tell me (a very good indication) if the comfort module was equipped to receive signals from a remote.

Here is what they look like:

Only the blue plug, no beige or black plug at ALL!!!! So much for the antenna wire!! There wasn't even the whole plug it resides on!
This led me to conclude that there ARE comfort modules out there that that are not at all equipped to work with remotes and keyless entry! ...OEM of course that is.

So... now my search was over, what the hell to do with the deflating outcome!?!?!

I decided to install the black wire alarm/immobiliser (I had from a previous car & had already ordered the new wiring loom) as my add-on keyless entry (no pictures, obviously). A few hours later, all done, same night. Works like a charm!

If I get around to it, I might get the windows up/down going too. I can get them up, but not sure if 'holding negative' on that wire constantly is bad? It'd be like constantly holding the key on 'lock' on the door, long after the windows have closed.

Now that's done, I can focus on the wheels! Busy night, I'm off to bed!

[kendog]

VW Remotes Didn't Work, So I Just Installed a New Alarm / Immobiliser!

Hey mate,
So did you manage to get the genuine VW remote working or an aftermarket one? I'm confused. If not, what kit did you use!
Cam.

Hey Cam,
So, what happened was:

1. The car had a comfort control module that DID NOT support OEM Remotes, therefore, I can NOT use my Genuine OEM VW Remote in my car at all.

2. I cannot use the VW remote, or any other remote, to work with the factory VW equipment in my car. There is nothing in my car for it to communicate with (OEM or aftermarket), It can only communicate with specific VAG equipment (which it doesn't have anyway).

3. I have now installed a completely seperate alarm/immobiliser system in my car, with their own remotes, which controls the existing factory equipment in my car.

4. So... now the new remotes (of the new alarm/immobiliser system), control the car as if you are manually locking the driver's door with the key (all the doors lock, deadlock, red light at driver's lock flashes, lights go off, etc.), as well as any additional features that the new alarm/immobiliser provides (indicators flash, immobilise more points, siren beeps, etc).

The brand of alarm/immobiliser I have used is: Dynamco: Cyclops, Dynamco - Innovative Vehicle Solutions. After being a foreman in a few workshops for Strathfield Car Radios some years ago, and installing possibly hundreds of these things between myself and my workers, I can't recommend these products highly enough! They are Australian designed & made, VERY well made, simple, yet tough as! The module I have just put in my golf is from my last car, where I had it installed for the last 5+ years without skipping a beat! I originally got it circa 2001, that means it's over 10 years old, and still works fine!! Show me any other aftermarket alarm that has lasted over 10 years bouncing around inside a car and still going strong. Support is great too, they still sell new remotes that are completely compatible with my older box. I just ordered a new wiring loom & installed it like it was a new unit, no problems!!

[leighaus]

is this thread refusing to go to page 428 for anyone else ?

-edit- cleared my cache, all good.

[grtuned]

For me it's not what's been done it is when it will get done, have some major changes coming up but it all needs time, car will be off the road next week until after Christmas maybe new years. Pics on before and after will be posted during all work done for anyone to learn, No engine work just cosmetic changes I'm itching to get it started...

[governor22]

my diff is getting worse; backed out of the drive today and the 'clunk clunk clunk / bang bang bang' noise is almost permanent; couple of tradies working on a site across the road all stopped what they were doing and looked over..... I love people checking out my ride, but not like that.

[djorkboy]

For me it's not what's been done it is when it will get done, have some major changes coming up but it all needs time, car will be off the road next week until after Christmas maybe new years. Pics on before and after will be posted during all work done for anyone to learn, No engine work just cosmetic changes I'm itching to get it started...

I really hope it's a Bora R front bumper, it's about time someone in Australia did one.

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my diff is getting worse; backed out of the drive today and the 'clunk clunk clunk / bang bang bang' noise is almost permanent; couple of tradies working on a site across the road all stopped what they were doing and looked over..... I love people checking out my ride, but not like that.

so it makes a noise like this all the time or only in reverse?

[governor22]

only in reverse when i turn, and sometimes when i'm driving forward and turning.... straight lines are fine though

[grtuned]

I really hope it's a Bora R front bumper, it's about time someone in Australia did one.

---------- Post added at 01:23 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:22 PM ----------

so it makes a noise like this all the time or only in reverse?

I've been looking at those front ends seriously man they look good!!! but the problem for me is if I do the front then I'll have to do the rear then I'll need side skirts to polish it off it's never ending not sure I'd wanna head in that direction!! But agree it would be nice to see some boras out there like in the states and europe

[dylan8]

I've been looking at those front ends seriously man they look good!!! but the problem for me is if I do the front then I'll have to do the rear then I'll need side skirts to polish it off it's never ending not sure I'd wanna head in that direction!! But agree it would be nice to see some boras out there like in the states and europe

im keen to bring in some side skirts and bumpers in the next 6months or so. so maybe a GB could be in order... a package of 3 sets of sideskirts would save us a fortune id imagine

[grtuned]

im keen to bring in some side skirts and bumpers in the next 6months or so. so maybe a GB could be in order... a package of 3 sets of sideskirts would save us a fortune id imagine

. I presume there would be interest in GB for sure. It's worth checking out what savings we can make!!

[trickysimon]

. I presume there would be interest in GB for sure. It's worth checking out what savings we can make!!

Simon likes this!

[kapowww]

Today I finally got my rear diff replaced at the expense of the dealer after a hard fought battle involving Consumer Affairs. Now it doesn't bind when I do u-turns, and also feels 100x smoother upon take off and when turning. Big shout out to Dean at Volkwerke in Greensborough.

It's a big weight off my shoulders as I can now finally start to enjoy my car.

[dylan8]

. I presume there would be interest in GB for sure. It's worth checking out what savings we can make!!

Simon likes this!

Id be a LONG way off doing it, but it could be worth looking at

Today I finally got my rear diff replaced at the expense of the dealer after a hard fought battle involving Consumer Affairs. Now it doesn't bind when I do u-turns, and also feels 100x smoother upon take off and when turning. Big shout out to Dean at Volkwerke in Greensborough.

It's a big weight off my shoulders as I can now finally start to enjoy my car.

Thats awesome! big 'sigh' when it was all ok? might be worth keeping a eye on when you lower the car more...

[kapowww]

Thats awesome! big 'sigh' when it was all ok? might be worth keeping a eye on when you lower the car more...

Yep a HUGE sigh. I actually hated driving the thing. On my stock wheels there was what looked like positive camber wear on one wheel because of the screwed diff. Thank God I only drove around on my new tyres for a little while..

I'll keep an eye on it when I lower it. Actually there's been a delay in lowering it coz I hyperextended my knee during basketball so can't do much nowadays. Gotta take my car back next week to fix up the guard work as it still rubs sometimes, so might get the dudes to remove the perches for me.