Overview Thanks to rockon217 from the ‘tex for this DIY that explains how to replace the stock diverter valve on a 1.8T Category: Engine Difficulty: Easy Original Author: rockon217 NOTE: Most of what is shown here is applicable to all 1.8T engines. Tools Here’s a list of recommended tools to complete this job: 1) Flat-head … Read more
Overview Thanks to VgRt6 from the ‘tex for this DIY that explains how to replace the trunk microswitch on a MK4 Jetta. Category: Electrical Difficulty: Easy Original Author: VgRt6 These microswitches commonly fail, causing the trunk light to operate intermittently, or not at all. It would be wise to check that the bulb is good … Read more
Overview Thanks to VgRt6 from the ‘tex for this DIY that explains the procedure for removing the serpentine belt tensioner from a VR6 engine and lubricating the tensioner pulley bearing. Category: Engine Difficulty: Easy Original Author: VgRt6 It’s common for the bearing in the pulley to dry out, causing the bearing to become very noisy … Read more
Overview Thanks to jm05pv from the ‘tex for this DIY that explains how to change the spark plugs on a 1.8T. Category: Engine Difficulty: Easy Benefits: Improves Economy Original Author: jm05pv VW recommends that the spark plugs be replaced every 40,000 miles on this engine. It’s a pretty simple procedure that should take approximately 30 … Read more
Overview Thanks to abydielsgli from the ‘tex for this DIY that explains how to change the spark plugs on a 24v VR6. Category: Engine Difficulty: Easy Benefits: Improves Economy Original Author: abydielsgli VW recommends that the spark plugs be replaced every 40,000 miles on the 24v engine. It’s a pretty simple procedure that should take … Read more
Overview Thanks to euro-steez from the ‘tex for this DIY that explains how to relocate your front license plate from the front bumper center rub-strip to the lower driver’s-side grill. (see the picture in Step 7 as an example) Category: Exterior Difficulty: Easy Original Author: euro-steez I don’t like screwing into the bodywork to put … Read more