trying to replace the electrical switch that is behind the key cylinder how do you get to remove the old to put in the new switch

I'm currently swapping a 2.0L 16V engine into my 86 GTI, replacing the 1.8L. Anyone know where I can find information on re-wiring for this type of swap. going from CIS to Digi.. Thanks

after 136,000 miles, my '95 Passat decided to croak it's water pump...The belt and tensioner were replaced at 100,000 miles (tensioner died and ruined the belt), so with only 36 K on them I'd like to re-use them, unless I am being too cheap... I'll replace the AC compressor, finally, while I am...

Had a small accident today; another car hit my Golf in the side, bending the rear passenger door up pretty bad, but that's about all. I will be taking it in to be repaired, but for the moment... It seems to drive, steer and brake normally; except that the steering wheel is off about 15 degrees. I...

Hi, I own 1997 VW Jetta GLS , manual transmission with 137,000 miles on it in Michigan. I am pretty much a novice at car maintenance. Off late I have noticed 2 problems: any help is appreciated. 1) Whenever I accelerate my car from rest, I hear a big growl/rattle coming from the rear of my car....

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Anyone having problems with Monsoon Audio Systems, or any opinions on the quality of this product? Recently a CD was jammed inside (2004 Passat) but a week later ejected on its own. Being that it is still under warranty, the dealer ordered a new unit. But I was surprised over two things: First,...

lately my 2002 Golf Gti started to make the same noise like the blinker in rapid sequence --this happens by and then -- the blinker is off when this occures. The blinker lights are not engaging. Anybody got a clue?

I have 1996 Jetta turbo diesel. That car engine replacement. Somebody told me, that I can use any engine from VW Jetta or Golf, from 1982-1997.

Car: 98 Jetta GT Problem: very low idle. I disconnected the battery to perform repairs requiring this. I know this erases all stored information in the computer. its been a couple weeks now and it has not recalibrated itself yet. this is the first time it has done this with a DIY battery...

I have a 2003 jetta tdi. My cars seems to have a ghost inside of it, it has started locking on its own with the key in the ignition, when I'm not in it. I'll pull the key, exit the car and not hit lock on the remote, and it still locks by its self, any ideas what could be wrong? I'm...

Can anyone tell me when the turbo should kick in ? and is there anyway of checking if it is working ? Regards Ringo

I have a 1984 VW Rabbit GTI. When I make a hard right turn the engine sputters and sometimes dies. It acts like it is starving for gas. It does not happen when I turn left. I have also noticed that it gets worse as the fuel tank get lower on fuel. Has anyone experienced this problem, and might know...

160k miles. Black, with gray interior. Recaros are in good shape. Body is in pretty decent shape. Runs pretty good, but does have a fast idle on occasion. It is the 16V 1.8L and 5 speed. Has been a very dependable car, but is now an extra. I would like to get $650, but negotiable. I also...

The steering column on our 83 Diesel Rabbit started making a loud knocking sound. I noticed that a bearing had slid out of the bottom of the steering column tube, along with some pieces of plastic that I assume were either part of the bearing or a bearing retainer. I could push the bearing...

Hi all It's a long time since I was on any newsgroups, sold my Mk1 16V 3 years ago to finance IVF and now have a Sharan for my 3 boys! I have a set (4) of Le Castellet alloys. Two with brand new tyres that have not touched the road yet and two very nearly news tyres. They were summer wheels so...

I have a Volkswagon Jetta Gl bra new in box. BRAND NEW, I paid $90 a few years ago. I got it for my VW Jetta. GL. I'll let it go for $50 PLUS SHIPPING.

A while ago I put a new clutch in my '82 NA 1.6L diesel VW Rabbit. Is it possible I put the flywheel back on wrong? Now that I'm doing the timing belt, I've hit a problem. I have the oil pan off so I can see when the #1 piston is at TDC according to the crank, but there is a mark on the flywheel...

I think I may have a bad glow plug one my car. How can I test to see if that's it and possibly which one since it looks like it's going to be a real pain in the @ss to change them??? HINTS on changing the glow plugs for a 93 GOLF? SYMPTOMS? 1) HARD to start in the afternoons @ work after it's been...

http://www.frontiernet.net/~toller/strike.jpg Excuse the terrible photo (why is the sticker so sharp?) but I think you can see what I am referring to. The bolts holding the strike plate in place on my 00 Golf keep loosening. I tighten them, and they are loose again in a couple days. I would like...