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VW Golf IV (A4, 1997-2003) repair manuals
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VW Golf IV & Bora - 4-cyl Petrol & Diesel (2001-2003) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volkswagen Golf IV hatchback, estate and Bora, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines:
- 1.4 (1390 cc, engine codes AHW, AXP and BCA)
- 1.6 8V (1595 cc, AEH, AKL, AVU and BFQ)
- 1.6 16V (1597 cc, AZD and BCB)
- 1.8 Turbo (1781cc, 150 and 180 hp, AUM and AUQ)
- 2.0 (1984 cc, APK, AQY, AZH and AZJ).
Diesel engines:
- 1.9 (1896 cc, AGP and AQM)
- 1.9 Turbo (1896 cc, AGR, AHF, ALH and ASV)
- 1.9 PD (1896 cc, unit injectors)
- 1.9 PD turbo (1896 cc, unit injectors, AJM, ARL, ASZ, ATD, AUY and AXR).
Production years: 2001-2003.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover 2.3 V5 or 2.8 V6 petrol engines, nor the versions 4-Motion 4x4, Golf R32 or Golf Cabriolet.

This Haynes manual for the VW Golf IV 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
| Author: | Peter Gill, Andy Legg |
| Details: | 384 pages, 27 x 21 x 2.1 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.83 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2014) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (4169) |
| ISBN: | 9780857339720 |
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VW Golf, GTI & Jetta - All 4-cylinder gasoline engines / TDI diesel engine (1999-2005) (USA) | Haynes Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volkswagen Golf, GTI and Jetta.
Gasoline engines: 4 cylinders.
Diesel engines: 4 cylinders - TDI (1999-2004).
Model years: 1999-2005.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover:
- the 5 cylinder or VR6 engines
- the TDI PD (Pumpe-Düse) diesel engines
- the R32 AWD
- the 1999 models on the A3 platform.
This Haynes manual for the North-American VW Golf, GTI and Jetta describes service and repair of the 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox (removal and installation), driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior, and electrical system.
- Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
- Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
- 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: | 336 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 Manuals, Inc. (USA, 2017) |
| Series: | Haynes Auto Repair Manual (96018) |
| ISBN: | 9781563927089 |
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Volkswagen Golf, GTI, Jetta - gasoline and diesel (1999-2005) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual
Bentley Service Manual covering in great detail maintenance and repair of the Volkswagen Golf, GTI and Jetta, gasoline and diesel.
Gasoline engines:
- 1.8 litre turbo (AWD, AWW and AWP)
- 2.0 litre (AEG, AVH, AZG, BBW and BEV)
- 2.8 litre VR6 (AFP and BDF).
Diesel engines:
- 1.9 litre TDI (ALH)
- 1.9 litre unit injector turbodiesel (BEW).
Model years: 1999-2005.
This American Bentley repair manual for the VW Golf IV (1J) and Jetta provides detailed instructions for work on the engines (mechanical part, distribution, valves, ignition, starter, alternator) and cooling system.
Covers also the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), suspension, brakes, steering, fuel system, exhaust, electrical system, interior, doors, central locking and air conditioning.
- Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
- Complete with adjustment data, torque wrench settings, OBD fault codes and wiring diagrams.
- This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these cars.
Product details
| Details: | 2008 pages, 28.5 x 21.5 x 14 cm / 11.2 x 8.5 x 5.51 in, hardback |
| Illustrations: | 4140 photos and drawings, gedeeltelijk in colour |
| Publisher: | Bentley Publishers (USA, 2011) |
| Series: | Bentley Service Manual |
| ISBN: | 9780837616780 |
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Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, GTI (1999-2005) (USA) | Chilton Repair Manual
Chilton Repair Manual for the Volkswagen Golf, GTI and Jetta.
Gasoline engines: 1.8 and 2.0 litre.
Diesel engines: 1.9 litre.
Model years: 1999-2005.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the 5-cylinder or VR6 engines, the TDI-PD diesel engines (since 2004), the Golf R32 AWD, the Golf Cabrio nor the early 1999 models based on the A3 platform.
This Chilton manual for the VW Golf, GTI and Jetta models from 1999-2005 covers maintenance and repair of the gasoline and diesel engines (distribution, camshaft, inlet and outlet valves, cylinder head, crankshaft, lubricating system, and gaskets).
It also addresses the cooling system, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust, and the electrical system. Additionally, it describes work on other components, such as the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), front and rear axles, springs and shock absorbers, the steering system, brakes and body.
- Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
- Includes technical specifications, adjustment data, torque wrench settings, and wiring diagrams.
- Tables for troubleshooting and identification of models and engines.
Product details
| Author: | Jay Storer |
| Details: | 256 pages, 28 x 20.5 x 2 cm / 11 x 8.1 x 0.79 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Chilton Automotive Books (USA, 2011) |
| Series: | Chilton Auto Repair Manual (70403) |
| ISBN: | 9781563927188 |
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Volkswagen Golf IV - Diesel 1.9 SDi - 1.9 TDi (90, 100, 110, 115, 130, 150 ch) (01/1998-2003) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 622.2
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 622) repair manual covering the Volkswagen Golf IV Diesel TDi and SDi.
Diesel engines: 1896 cc - AGP and AQM (68 hp), AGR and ALH (90 hp), ATD and AXR (unit injectors, 100 hp), AHF and ASV (110 hp), AJM and AUY (unit injectors, 115 hp), ASZ (unit injectors, 130 hp) and ARL (unit injectors, 150 hp).
Production years: 1/1998-2003.
This Revue Technique for the VW Golf IV Diesel describes extensively service and repair of the diesel engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump, injection pump and injectors).
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: | 346 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | ETAI (F, 1999) |
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 622.2) |
| ISBN: | 9782726862216 |
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VW Golf 4 (ab 1998), Bora (ab 1999) - 1.9 Liter Dieselmotor | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Golf 4 (since 1998) and Bora (since 1999), including Syncro 4x4.
Diesel engines: 1.9 (direct injection, 50 kW) and 1.9 TDi turbo (66 and 81 kW).
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the AJM diesel engine with unit injectors (Pumpe-Düse).
![Pages of the book [1230] VW Golf 4, Bora (ab 1998/99) - 1.9 Diesel (1)](../afb/details/PP20594.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Golf IV and Bora provides detailed instructions for work on the 1.9 litre diesel 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: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 1999) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1230) |
| ISBN: | 9783716819746 |
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VW Golf IV, Bora - 1.4, 1.6, 2.0 Liter Benziner (2000-2002) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Golf 4 and Bora petrol models, incl. 4x4.
Versions: 1.4 16V, 1.6 Trendline, 1.6 Celebration, 1.6 16V, 1.6 16V FSI, 1.6 16V Comfortline, 1.6 Comfortline A, 1.6 16V FSI Comfortline, 2.0, 2.0 4Motion, 2.0 Basis, 2.0 Basis 4Motion, 2.0 Comfortline, 2.0 Comfort 4Motion, 2.0 Generation, 2.0 Trendline, 2.0 Trendline 4Motion, 2.0 GTI.
Petrol engines:
- 1.4 16V (75 hp/55 kW)
- 1.6 8V (102 hp/75 kW)
- 1.6 16V (102 hp/75 kW and 105 hp/77 kW)
- 1.6 litre 16V FSI (direct injection, 110 hp/81 kW)
- 2.0 8V (102 hp/75 kW and 116 hp/85 kW).
Injection systems: 4AV, 4LV, 4MV, Simos and Motronic.
Production years: 2000-2002.
![Pages of the book [1262] VW Golf IV/Bora - 1.4/1.6/2.03 Liter (00-02) (1)](../afb/details/PP20628.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Golf IV and Bora petrol models provides detailed instructions for work on the engine (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.
- Reprint of the 1st edition (2003).
Product details
| Author: | Peter Russek |
| Details: | 224 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2003) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1262) |
| ISBN: | 9783716820322 |
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Years: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003