Mk5 FAQ and DIY Thread

**mikinoz** · 22-07-2007, 06:46 PM

Here is a condensed list of FAQ and DIY links for the MKV. Some posts may not apply to both the Jetta and Golf!

PM if you think something should be added to the list!

How to repair door lock module

Chip tuning companys and their websites - Thanks 99gti

How to remove RCD500 Headunit - Thanks minigolf

Canbus Location in MY07 TDI - when upgrading to RCD310 and higher.

Invisible Car Bra Fitment - Thanks geoffp

Changing MKV Headlight bulbs - Thanks Bing56

Reverse mirror dip function - DionM

Central Locking LED woes - Thanks ACDCFAN

MKV tyre opinions - Thanks Sportie

Coilover / Spring and Damper Discussion - Thanks Hilton K

ECU Tuning MKV: Options - Thanks Chico

MKV globes and HID questions - Thanks wokwn

MKV Towbar Options

How to track a new MKV order

Getting more out of your Climatronic

how to run your new car in

LED Strip Boot light install

**mikinoz** · 05-08-2007, 08:00 PM

Please feel free to suggest threads for this sticky!

**bmwrider** · 03-02-2008, 04:32 PM

Originally Posted by mikinoz

Please feel free to suggest threads for this sticky!

Hi
How about a step by step guide to changing oil & filter on a gt sport tdi
directed to some one who has'nt owned a diesel before.

Cheers Kerry

Logzy · 03-02-2008, 05:03 PM

Originally Posted by bmwrider

Hi
How about a step by step guide to changing oil & filter on a gt sport tdi
directed to some one who has'nt owned a diesel before.

Cheers Kerry

There was a really good one somewhere with photos etc.
I just cant remember where.
Anyone??

**Mischa** · 03-02-2008, 07:54 PM

Originally Posted by Logzy

There was a really good one somewhere with photos etc.
I just cant remember where.
Anyone??

it was a gti one from an overseas site. basically the only thing different about the mkv's to any other car is that htey hvae a filter housing which you have to take off before removing the filter itself.

**Eddy** · 19-02-2008, 10:17 AM

Hoyhoy.
Would like to know the width & offset of the MK5 GTI rims please, I've been looking but can't find.

**mancunian.com** · 18-09-2009, 01:29 PM

Originally Posted by Logzy

There was a really good one somewhere with photos etc.
I just cant remember where.
Anyone??

http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q_h...oil_change.htm

**Transporter** · 30-09-2009, 01:02 AM

Golf
Jul 2004 - , 3.2L, V6, 24V, DOHC, MPFI, Engine Code: BUB
Part number Application
6PK1245 Belt Alt & A/C
DT62A Thermostat
DTG31 Gasket (Rubber Type)

Aug 2004 - Feb 2009, 1.6L, 8V, SOHC, MPFI, Engine Code: BGU
Part number Application
6PK1050 Belt Alt & A/C
94730 Belt Cam
KTB253E Kit Cam (Euro)
DT14G Thermostat

Aug 2004 - Feb 2009, 1.9L, 8V, SOHC, DTFI, Turbo, Diesel, Engine Code: BKC
Part number Application
6PK1050 Belt Alt & A/C
94885 Belt Cam (PTFE)
KTB296E Timing belt kit
DT36G Thermostat

Aug 2004 - Feb 2009, 2.0L, 16V, DOHC, MPFI, Engine Code: BLX
Part number Application
6PK1050 Belt Alt & A/C
94979 Belt Cam (PTFE)

Aug 2004 - , 2.0L, 16V, DOHC, DTFI, Turbo, Diesel, Engine Code: BKD
Part number Application
6PK1050 Belt Alt & A/C
94970 Belt Cam (PTFE) 30mm wide belt

KTB441E Kit Cam (Euro)

May 2005 - , 2.0L, 16V, DOHC, TMPFI, Turbo, Engine Code: AXX
Part number Application
6PK1050 Belt Alt & A/C
94979 Belt Cam (PTFE)

**T Go** · 19-10-2009, 01:07 PM

Originally Posted by mikinoz

Please feel free to suggest threads for this sticky!

Maybe a sticky with a list of changes for each MY of the Mk 5 GTI?

**horrendo** · 24-01-2010, 09:10 AM

Can anyone help me?

I was teaching my daughter to drive and we had a slight mishap reversing into an overhanging tree.

There is a minor dint in the tailgate just to the left of the right hand reverse light cluster. I reckon if I could get the tailgate trim off I could push it out but I don't know how to get the plastic trim off.

Any clues?

Thanks,

H