What have you done to your mk4 (golf/bora) today?

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Originally Posted by blake_

After neglecting the bora for too long, Im finally onto fixing the door lock module (re-soldering micro switch); such a PITA.

Also getting around to changing the rocker/valve cover gasket. Can any 4mo guys chime in; will I need to put it into "lock carrier/service position" (Moving the bumper assembly forward) to get to the lower hex bolts for taking the intake manifold off, or is there enough room to squeeze an allen key in?

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I have the lock carrier completely out at the moment (a/c compressor issue) and my view is that you will need the clearance. There are a few bolts, you will have trouble seeing let alone getting to. It gives you more room to work with. I know its a PITA (but a good decision for me in trying to get the compressor out).

John

Pretty sure it's rear main, will be taking engine out once I can get my hands on a crane.
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Originally Posted by MCiN7

Pretty sure it's rear main, will be taking engine out once I can get my hands on a crane.
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Yea think mines doing the same! Oil dripping from bellhousing and engine join..

the awesome moment when your rear left door won't unlock with the button...or from inside. but the lock pin moves up and down with the interior handle but won't unlock..... doh..
now the fun part.. trying to pull it apart and get it working again

Be fun pulling it apart not being able to have the door open.
Prob best to pull the rear seat and base out to maximise space?

apparently that is the best way if it won't open at all.
going to try a couple of methods of opening the door that I have found from trawling all the threads that pop up on google.
hopefully a quick soldering and they will be back to good health.. fingers crossed

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Originally Posted by dubster99

Yea think mines doing the same! Oil dripping from bellhousing and engine join..

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If you have the box out invest in some sealant and re seal all the timing covers. You don't wanna go back in there for a while.

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Originally Posted by blackers10

the awesome moment when your rear left door won't unlock with the button...or from inside. but the lock pin moves up and down with the interior handle but won't unlock..... doh..
now the fun part.. trying to pull it apart and get it working again

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I found banging just below the handle (or even on the handle with my fist) 'jolts' the module just enough for the solders to make contact and touch.. might take a couple of goes but eventually it should unlock

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Originally Posted by popeclement

I have the lock carrier completely out at the moment (a/c compressor issue) and my view is that you will need the clearance. There are a few bolts, you will have trouble seeing let alone getting to. It gives you more room to work with. I know its a PITA (but a good decision for me in trying to get the compressor out).

John

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Cheers John, just had a second look and theres no room at all to get to those bolts (needed a mirror set to see them). Looks like I'll be taking the lock carrier out..

Decided to fix my blower motor thermal fuse (Fan only working on setting 4, no AC) - pulled it apart and got a little more than I bargained for ...

http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/foru...435EADC2-1.jpg


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http://www.vwwatercooled.com.au/foru...7A76F3E8-1.jpg

Looks like water has got in at some point. Some rust on the wires too which is worrying so I'll be replacing some of that loom as well now. Funny how a five minute job becomes something you have to work on over a few days ... :facepalm: