Looking for a used 2005.5-2006 Jetta TDI? Read 1000q:
early mk5 Jetta buying guide
Looking to buy a 2009-2010 VW Jetta TDI sedan? See: Buying guide for the
2010 Jetta TDI
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This article shows what they changed from 2009 to 2010 on the Jetta sedan,
wagon, and mk5-mk6 differences: 1000q:
2009 vs 2010 updates revisions and differences.
Looking to buy a 2009-2011 VW Jetta sportwagen? See 1000q:
TDI wagon buying guide.
Looking to buy a new Golf TDI? See: 1000q:
2010 VW Golf TDI buying checklist w/reviews, invoice msrp price, options, and more.
Interested in the Audi A3 clean diesel TDI? See video reviews and a factory tour at 1000q: Buying guide for the 2010 Audi A3 TDI
BRM pumpe duse Jetta TDI engine timing belt change part 1:
removal replace at 80,000 miles
BRM pumpe duse Jetta TDI engine timing belt job part 2: installation
Pumpe duse engine camshaft lobe wear inspection
Adjusting camshaft timing to fix a rough idle or hard engine start (2005.5-2006 only)
Hard or no starting in cold temperatures after having the glow plug recall done
Water pump change
Coolant system flush (without changing the water pump)
Fuel filter change (20,000 miles or as needed,
for 2005.5-2006 Jetta TDI with BRM engine)
Fuel filter change (20,000 miles or as needed, for
2009-2011 VW Jetta, Golf, Audi A3 TDI with CBEA or CJAA engine)
Engine oil change for 2005.5-2006
VW Jetta TDI (10,000 miles or as needed)
Engine oil change for 2009-2011 TDI (10,000 miles or as needed)
Air filter replacement and air filter housing removal (40,000 miles or as needed)
Intake manifold and EGR cooler removal and
cleaning
TDI EGR valve FAQ (exhaust gas recirculation
valve)
Immobilizer
general information ,troubleshooting, procedures
Keyless entry FAQ and programming new
keys/remotes, replacing the battery
MAF technical info (mass air flow sensor FAQ
and part numbers)
MAF (mass air flow sensor) troubleshooting and
replacement procedures
Diagnosing and fixing limp mode (sudden loss of power while driving)
Diagnose and fix low or no power (constant low power and can't rev high)
More about pumpe duse vs common rail vs direct injection
Starter troubleshooting and replacement
Turbo upgrade guide for TDI (comparison chart)
Clutch hydraulic fluid flush (every 2 years for manual transmission regardless of mileage)
How to remove and replace the battery or battery shelf (there's a corner which catches on a wire)
Engine runaway FAQ (rare problem where the engine races on its own due to mechanical malfunction)
Car detailing
index: wash and wax the proper way, polishing paint, using rubbing compound,
clay bar treatment
Washing/waxing your car
- yes, there is a right way
Polishing your
paint/swirl mark removal - enhance paint shine and remove paint
spiderwebbing
Clay bar treatment - make
the paint feel like glass
Sticker removal -
safely remove that sticker from the paint
Headlight
polishing - restore the headlight plastic to clear
Wax stain removal -
remove white stains on the trim
Paint chip repair
Small scratch removal
Brake tips and busting big brake myths
Replacing the struts, springs and mounts
Flushing the brake fluid (also clutch fluid, should be done every 2 years regardless of mileage)
How to paint the brake calipers (shown on Audi A3 TDI but Jetta and Golf are similar)
DIY pressure brake/clutch bleeder
TDI clutch and flywheel general FAQ
Removing the 5 speed manual transmission
Changing the manual transmission gear oil (fill hole is too low)
Dual mass flywheel and clutch removal
Manual transmission shifter cable adjustment
How to reset or extend the "service now" or wrench symbol indicator light on the mk5 Jetta
How to reset the memory seat function or enable easy entry/exit seat setting
How to reset window pinch protection and steering wheel sensor adaptation
How to adjust the amount of electric power steering assist (2005.5-2006 models only)
Correcting a fast speedometer on Jetta, Golf, or Rabbit reading high
Correcting an inaccurate fuel economy mpg gauge
Activating comfort window function for 2005-2009 (opens/closes the windows using the remote key fob)
Activating comfort window function for 2010 (they changed it for 2010)
Enabling emergency brake light flashing (flashes on the brake or hazard lights when ABS is activated)
4 high beams on at the same time (xenon HID headlights only)
Disable the door open chime
(2005-2009 cars)
How to shut off the door open reminder chime (2010 cars)
All doors open with single press of the remote key fob and other handy VCDS tweaks in the convenience module (without a highline instrument cluster)
RNS-510 in dash GPS system FAQ (OEM VW GPS touchscreen navigation system 2009+)
RNS 315 OEM in-dash GPS system information (smaller touchscreen system on 2010+, can swap into earlier cars)
MFD2 in dash GPS system FAQ (VW GPS system 2005-2009)
Multi Function Steering Wheel and paddle shifter swap FAQ
MFD+ (full screen multifunction display) FAQ and menu options explained
Bluetooth FAQ for mk5 and mk6 VW Jetta sedans, wagons, and Golf
9w7 bluetooth retrofit and features (for 2010 only)
Fiscon bluetooth and E MFA installation (aftermarket gauge package)
How to install a homelink remote for your garage in your Jetta or Golf center console
How to retrofit OEM VW HID headlights from GTI/GLI onto your VW Jetta TDI
How to change the halogen or xenon HID headlight bulbs
How to install OEM style foglights
How to use the foglights as daytime running lights or disable the daytime running lights
How to install a Euro switch (and what a euroswitch is)
What the european parking light feature is (or why the "headlights on" chime is on even though the headlights are off)
What the part numbers mean and how to decode them in the Volkswagen part numbering system in ETKA
How to remove the front bumper
Interior door panel (door card) removal
window regulator clip motor replacement (for mk4 but same basic idea)
Aspheric (blind spot), convex, and flat - mirror replacement and repair FAQ
Turn signal and side view mirror cover replacement and repair
How to swap in power and/or heated seats
Cabin air filter replacement (replace every 30,000 miles)
Accessing the climatronic menu (for dual zone auto climate control only)
How to use a torque wrench and torque wrench FAQ
Adding soundproofing to your car and introduction to soundproofing theory
Coolant migration symptoms and solutions
5th gear swap - for manual transmission
only, lowers rpm in 5th gear (2005.5-2006 only)
--5th
gear install by Audi5jim --- Audi5jim's
installation pics (2005.5-2006 only)
OEM VW/Audi wheel picture gallery, part numbers, and specs
Wheel alignment specifications table
Tips and tricks for the mechanic
Clearing the sunroof drains to prevent water in the interior
How to compression test the TDI engine
MK4 vs MK5 differences - 4th vs. 5th gen differences
Making wood blocks to raise the car
Jack stand lift points on mk5 Jetta
fender rolling to fit larger wheels
light bulb replacement reference table
Touch up paint code reference table
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