Mk5 FAQ and DIY Thread

[acdcfan]

Here is another one...
How to change wiper blades refill?
I believe that dealers are charging too much for rears and front. So if anyone knows a good link on how to's please post?
If not I am going to try to figure it out one day and post pictures

[FJ Steve]

Here is another one...
How to change wiper blades refill?
I believe that dealers are charging too much for rears and front. So if anyone knows a good link on how to's please post?
If not I am going to try to figure it out one day and post pictures

Is this what you are looking for?

[acdcfan]

Is this what you are looking for?

Spot on FJ Steve.....
Thanks

[Satanstoenail]

Quick question: Did the MkV GTI come with a sunroof as standard?

[BarneyBoy]

Quick question: Did the MkV GTI come with a sunroof as standard?

No, it was optional.
Usually retailed for $1850.
Very happy with mine.
The aftermarket versions were $2000+ and looked added on.

[Satanstoenail]

No, it was optional.
Usually retailed for $1850.
Very happy with mine.
The aftermarket versions were $2000+ and looked added on.

Oh cool, thanks. I keep discovering extras on my car that I didn't even realise were extras... Yeah very happy with mine also.

[acdcfan]

this is the link I was looking for adjusting the head lights

http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?t=169800

[mancunian.com]

There was a really good one somewhere with photos etc.
I just cant remember where.
Anyone??

http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q_how_to/a5/oil_change.htm

[Transporter]

Dayco engine belts and thermostat part numbers.

Golf
Jul 2004 - , 3.2L, V6, 24V, DOHC, MPFI, Engine Code: BUB
Part number Application
6PK1245 Belt Alt & A/C
DT62A Thermostat
DTG31 Gasket (Rubber Type)

Aug 2004 - Feb 2009, 1.6L, 8V, SOHC, MPFI, Engine Code: BGU
Part number Application
6PK1050 Belt Alt & A/C
94730 Belt Cam
KTB253E Kit Cam (Euro)
DT14G Thermostat

Aug 2004 - Feb 2009, 1.9L, 8V, SOHC, DTFI, Turbo, Diesel, Engine Code: BKC
Part number Application
6PK1050 Belt Alt & A/C
94885 Belt Cam (PTFE)
KTB296E Timing belt kit
DT36G Thermostat

Aug 2004 - Feb 2009, 2.0L, 16V, DOHC, MPFI, Engine Code: BLX
Part number Application
6PK1050 Belt Alt & A/C
94979 Belt Cam (PTFE)

Aug 2004 - , 2.0L, 16V, DOHC, DTFI, Turbo, Diesel, Engine Code: BKD
Part number Application
6PK1050 Belt Alt & A/C
94970 Belt Cam (PTFE) 30mm wide belt
KTB441E Kit Cam (Euro)

May 2005 - , 2.0L, 16V, DOHC, TMPFI, Turbo, Engine Code: AXX
Part number Application
6PK1050 Belt Alt & A/C
94979 Belt Cam (PTFE)

[Greg Roles]

Stumbled across a DIY way to hook up a towbar to CAN BUS cars, such as the VW's for about $50 plus towbar. Wish I'd seen this at purchase time, would have saved me about a grand!

http://www.autospeed.com.au/cms/A_111415/article.html

[T Go]

Please feel free to suggest threads for this sticky!

Maybe a sticky with a list of changes for each MY of the Mk 5 GTI?

[horrendo]

Remove the tailgate trim

Can anyone help me?

I was teaching my daughter to drive and we had a slight mishap reversing into an overhanging tree.

There is a minor dint in the tailgate just to the left of the right hand reverse light cluster. I reckon if I could get the tailgate trim off I could push it out but I don't know how to get the plastic trim off.

Any clues?

Thanks,

H

[acdcfan]

I found this one...

Rear Wiper Blade Replacement - VW GTI Forum / VW Rabbit Forum / VW R32 Forum / VW Golf Forum - Golfmkv.com

[satz]

AC Evaporator Drain - access on RHD Golfs.

This might be useful for anyone who wants to check whether their AC evaporator drain is blocked. Perhaps due to noticing water on the carpet, or mouldy smell when running the AC. Probably applies to all Golf V models, and also Jettas of the same vintage.


Anyway, here's my post from another website, including photos. I can't work out how to put up pix here!

please help: where's the AC drain on the Golf V GTI? - VW GTI Forum / VW Rabbit Forum / VW R32 Forum / VW Golf Forum - Golfmkv.com

It's a rather more complicated procedure on our RHD cars, compared to left, but still do-able. Looks like you won't be able to easily access the evaporator drain from outside the car, so this seems to be the only way to get to it.

Any questions, please feel free to ask!

cheers


Satz

[DonJuan]

Hi all,

just changed the look of my red grille stripe on my mkv...

link to diy here: DIY - MKV Red Grille Stripe Removal and Colour Change