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VW Golf IV (A4, 1998-2003) repair manuals
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VW Golf & Bora - 4-cyl Petrol & Diesel (April 1998 - 2000) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volkswagen Golf and Bora, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines: 4 cylinders -
- 1.4 (1390 cc, engine codes AHW, AKQ, APE and AXP)
- 1.6 8V (1595 cc, AEH, AKL and APF)
- 1.6 16V (1595 cc, ATN and AUS)
- 1.8 (1781 C, AGN)
- 1.8 Turbo (1781 cc, AGU, AQA and ARZ)
- 2.0 (1984 cc, APK and AQY).
Diesel engines:
- 1.9 (1896 cc, AGP and AQM)
- 1.9 Turbo (1896 cc, AGR, ALH, AHF and ASV).
Production years: 1998-2000.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the 2.3 litre V-5 petrol engine, the 1.9 litre diesel engine with unit injectors, the 4-Motion 4x4 or the Cabriolet.

This Haynes manual for the Gulf and Bora describes service and repair of the 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.
- Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
- Based on a complete vehicle strip-down and rebuild.
- Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
- Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 256 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.8 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.71 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2015) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (3727) |
| ISBN: | 9780857339683 |
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Volkswagen Golf IV et Bora - essence 1.4 - 1.6 - 1.8 (GTi) (depuis 01/1998) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 618.1
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 618) repair manual covering the Volkswagen Golf IV and Bora petrol models.
Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L 16V (1390 cc, 55 kW/75 hp, engine code AHW)
- 1.6 L (1595 cc, 74 kW/100 hp, AEH)
- 1.6 L (1595 cc, 74 kW/100 hp, AKL)
- 1.8 20V Turbo (1781 cc, 110 kW/150 hp, AGU)
Production years: since 1/1998.
This Revue Technique for the VW Golf IV and Bora petrol models describes extensively service and repair of the 4- and 5-cylinder petrol engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and fuel system).
Covers also work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.
- Includes adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
- An integral owner's handbook provides information on operation and daily maintenance.
- Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.
Product details
| Details: | 212 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | ETAI (F) |
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 618.1) |
| ISBN: | 9782726861813 |
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VW Golf IV - Benziner und Diesel (Modelljahre 1998-2004) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 258, reprint) for maintenance of the Volkswagen Golf IV, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.4 (55 kW/75 hp), 1.6 (74 kW/100 hp and 75 kW/102 hp), 1.6 FSI (77 kW/115 hp), 1.8 (92 kW/125 hp, 110 kW/150 hp and 132 kW/180 hp), 2.0 (85 kW/115 hp)
- V5 - 2.3 (110 kW/150 hp and 125 kW/170 hp)
- V6 - 2.8 (130 kW/176 hp and 150 kW/204 hp) and 3.2 R32 (177 kW/241 hp).
Diesel engines:
- 1.9 SDI (50 kW/68 hp, 66 kW/99 hp and 81 kW/110 hp)
- 1.9 TDI unit injector (74 kW/100 hp, 85 kW/115 hp, 96 kW/130 hp and 110 kW/150 hp).
Model years: 1998-2004.
![Pages of the book [JH 258] VW Golf IV (MJe 1998-2004) (1)](../afb/details/PP02824.jpg)
- This owner's guide describes the technology of the VW Golf IV.
- Comprehensive instructions for the replacement of current parts such as shock absorbers, brake pads, brake discs, master cylinder and brake fluid / door mirrors, fuel cap, grille, bumpers, bonnet, tailgate, interior trim and seats / alternator and starter motor, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights / air filter, drivebelt, thermostat, coolant, oil filter and spark plugs.
- Also includes adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 304 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | about 250 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2011) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (258) |
| ISBN: | 9783613028241 |
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VW Golf III und IV Cabriolet - Benziner und Diesel (1993-2002) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 304) for maintenance of the Volkswagen Golf III Cabriolet and Golf IV Cabriolet.
Petrol engines:
- 1.6 SRE (74 kW/100 hp)
- 1.8 SRE (55 kW/75 hp)
- 1.8 SRE (66 kW/90 hp)
- 2.0 SRE (85 kW/115 hp)
Diesel engines:
- 1.9 TDI CR (81 kW/110 hp)
Production years: 1993-2002.
![Pages of the book [JH 304] VW Golf III und IV Cabriolet (1993-2002) (1)](../afb/details/PP03939.jpg)
- This owner's guide describes the technology of the VW Golf III Cabriolet and IV Cabriolet.
- Comprehensive instructions for the replacement of current parts such as shock absorbers, brake pads, brake discs, master cylinder and brake fluid / door mirrors, fuel cap, grille, bumpers, bonnet, tailgate, interior trim and seats / alternator and starter motor, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights / air filter, drivebelt, thermostat, coolant, oil filter and any glow plugs.
- Also features adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
Product details
| Details: | 244 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | about 300 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2016) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (304) |
| ISBN: | 9783613039391 |
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VW Golf IV / Bora - Benziner und Diesel (ab 09/1997) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 211, reprint) for the Volkswagen Golf IV and Bora.
Petrol engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.4 L (75 hp), 1.6 litre (100 hp), 1.8 L (125 hp), 1.8 L Turbo (150 hp) and 2.0 L (115 hp)
- V5 - 2.3 L (150 hp)
- VR6 - 2.8 L (204 hp, 4Motion).
Diesel engines: 4 cylinders - 1.9 SDI (68 hp) and 1.9 TDI (90, 110 and 115 hp).
Production years: since 09/1997.
![Pages of the book [JH 211] VW Golf IV / Bora (ab 09/1997) (1)](../afb/details/PP01973.jpg)
- This owner's guide for the VW Golf IV and Bora describes maintenance and repair of the petrol and diesel engines: the lubricating system, cooling, fuel system, filters and exhaust.
- Covers also the clutch and transmission, the suspension, the steering system, the servo unit and the brakes, the electrical system (including windscreen wipers and lighting), the interior and the body.
- This manual contains also adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
- Reprint of the 2nd edition (2003).
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 306 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated with 250 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2017) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (211) |
| ISBN: | 9783613019737 |
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VW Golf IV, Bora - 1.8 L, 1.8 L Turbo, 2.3 L VR5 (1998-2001) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Golf 4 (1998-2001) and Bora (1999-2001), including the 4Motion 4x4.
Petrol engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.8 L (125 hp) and 1.8 Turbo (150 hp)
- VR5 - 2.3 L (150 hp).
![Pages of the book [1248] VW Golf IV, Bora - 1.8 L/2.3 L VR5 (98-01) (1)](../afb/details/PP20613.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Golf IV and Bora provides detailed instructions for work on the 4-cylinder and VR5 petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.
- Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
- Clear wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 224 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2001) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1248) |
| ISBN: | 9783716820117 |
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VW Golf IV (9/1997-9/2003), Golf IV Variant (5/1999-5/2006), Bora (9/1998-5/2005), Bora Variant (5/1999-9/2004) - Benziner | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 111) for the Volkswagen petrol models:
- Golf IV (09/1997-09/2003)
- Bora (09/1998-05/2005)
- Golf IV Variant (05/1999-05/2006)
- Bora Variant (05/1999-09/2004).
Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L (55 kW/75 hp, 09/97-05/06)
- 1.6 L (74 kW/100 hp, 09/97-08/00)
- 1.6 L (75 kW/102 hp, 09/00-05/06)
- 1.6 L (77 kW/105 hp, 11/99-05/06)
- 1.6 L (81 kW/110 hp, 10/01-05/06)
- 1.8 L (92 kW/125 hp, 09/97-06/00)
- 1.8 L (110 kW/150 hp, 09/97-09/03)
- 1.8 L (132 kW/180 hp, 06/01-09/03)
- 2.0 L (85 kW/115 hp, 11/98-05/06)
- 2.3 L (110 kW/150 hp, 09/97-09/00)
- 2.3 L (125 kW/170 hp, 10/00-09/03)
- 2.8 L (150 kW/204 hp, 05/99-09/03).
The initial section of this manual for the VW Golf IV and Bora covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).
Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.
- Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
- 21Duidelijke wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 336 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 607 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2019) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (111) |
| ISBN: | 9783768810593 |
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VW Golf IV (ab 8/1998), Bora (ab 1999) - Benzinmotoren 1.4/1.6 Liter | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Golf 4 petrol models (since 8/1998) and Bora (since 1999).
Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L (55 kW/75 hp)
- 1.6 L (74 kW/101 hp).
![Pages of the book [1227] VW Golf IV (ab 8/98)/Bora (ab 99) - Benzin (1)](../afb/details/PP20591.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Golf IV and Bora provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.
- Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
- Clear wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Author: | Peter Russek |
| Details: | 232 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated with 362 drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2016) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1227) |
| ISBN: | 9783716819678 |
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VW Golf IV (9/1997-9/2003), Golf IV Variant (5/1999-5/2006), Bora (9/1998-5/2005), Bora Variant (5/1999-9/2004) - Diesel | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 112) for the Volkswagen diesel models:
- Golf IV Limousine Diesel (09/1997-09/2003)
- Golf IV Variant Diesel (05/1999-05/2006)
- Bora Limousine Diesel (09/1998-05/2005)
- Bora Variant Diesel (05/1999-09/2004).
Diesel engines:
- 1.9 L (50 kW/68 hp, 11/97-09/05)
- 1.9 L (66 kW/90 hp, 09/97-09/02)
- 1.9 L (74 kW/100 hp, 10/00-05/06)
- 1.9 L (81 kW/110 hp, 09/97-09/02)
- 1.9 L (85 kW/115 hp, 05/99-09/01)
- 1.9 L (96 kW/130 hp, 11/00-09/04)
- 1.9 L (110 kW/150 hp, 09/00-05/06).
The initial section of this manual for the VW Golf IV Diesel and Bora Diesel covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.9 L diesel engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).
Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.
- Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
- 38 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 324 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 545 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2016) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (112) |
| ISBN: | 9783768810654 |
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Volkswagen Golf IV (09/1997 - 09/2003) i Bora (09/1998 - 05/2005) - benzyna i diesel
A richly illustrated repair manual describing Volkswagen cars:
- Golf IV and Golf IV Variant (station wagon), from 09/1997 to 09/2003
- Bora and Bora Variant, from 09/1998 to 05/2005.
Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L (55 kW/75 hp)
- 1.6 L (74 kW/100 hp and 77 kW/105 hp)
- 1.8 L (92 kW/125 hp)
- 1.8 L (110 kW/150 hp)
- 2.0 L (85 kW/115 hp)
- 2.3 L (110 kW/150 hp)
- 2.8 L (150 kW/204 hp)
Diesel engines:
- 1.9 L TDI (66 kW/90 hp)
- 1.9 L TDI (81 kW/110 hp)
- 1.9 L SDI (50 kW/68 hp)
- 1.9 L TDI PD 74 kW/100 hp)
- 1.9 L TDI PD (85 kW/115 hp)
- 1.9 L TDI PD (96 kW/130 hp)
- 1.9 L TDI PD (110 kW/150 hp)
Equipped with 5- or 6-speed manual gearboxes or 4- or 5-speed automatic gearboxes.
- Numerous tips, supplementary data and auxiliary data concerning the operation and repair of the vehicle.
- The maintenance schedule recommended by the vehicle manufacturer is also provided, as well as typical faults and methods of their removal.
- A wealth of illustrative material facilitates understanding the content and carrying out individual activities.
- Polish edition of the book from the series "So wird's gemacht".
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 352 pages, 24.5 x 19.5 x 1.7 cm / 9.7 x 7.7 x 0.67 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 473 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2018) |
| Series: | Poradnik użytkownika |
| ISBN: | 9788320614794 |
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