🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Volkswagen

Model:

Golf V / Golf 5 Plus / Jetta / Touran

👋 Introduction

Positioning:

This manual positions itself as a professional-quality, factory-sourced resource for owners and independent workshops looking to perform comprehensive maintenance and repairs on the specified Volkswagen models. It aims to empower users to save on labor costs by providing detailed, step-by-step guidance.

Competitors:

Competes with official Volkswagen service information, Haynes manuals, and other third-party workshop manuals. Its strength lies in its factory-sourced, comprehensive nature and the inclusion of visual aids.

Features:

Comprehensive A-Z repair coverage, step-by-step instructions with pictures, factory-level technical data, printable pages, wide system coverage, cost-saving potential for DIY repairs.

📋 Manual Details

Applicable Models:

VW Golf (from Oct 2003), VW Golf Plus (from Jan 2005), VW Jetta (from Aug 2005), VW Touran (from Mar 2003)

Manual Type:

Factory Workshop Service and Repair Manual

Language:

German

File Format:

PDF

📖 Manual Coverage

Systems:

General Information, Body, Frame & Mounting, Engine (Mechanical, Control System, Fuel, Exhaust, Cooling, Lubrication), Suspension, Driveline, Brake System (Control, Parking), Transmission/Transaxle (Manual, Automatic), Clutch, Steering, Shocks, Climate Control, Instrumentation & Warnings Systems, Battery & Charging Systems, Audio, Lighting, Electrical Distribution, Wiring, Supplemental Restraint System, Seat Belt, Engine Immobilizer, Cruise Control, Wiper & Washer, Door Lock, Meter, Horn, Windshield/Glass Mirror, Instrument Panel, Seats, Engine Hood/Doors, Exterior & Interior, Multiplex/CAN Communication

Procedures:

All repair procedures A-Z, maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostics, component replacement, system overhauls, adjustments, technical specifications, torque values, wiring diagrams

Depth:

In-depth factory-level detail, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIY enthusiasts. Includes hundreds of photos and diagrams.

📊 Manual Specifications

Print Quality:

Printable pages, high-resolution diagrams and images.

Drm Protection:

Complete free

Accessibility:

Compatible with all versions of Windows, Mac, iOS, Blackberry, Android. Requires a PDF Reader.

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Variants:

The manual is expected to cover a range of gasoline (FSI, TSI) and diesel (TDI) engines prevalent in the Golf V, Golf 5 Plus, Jetta, and Touran platforms of the specified periods. Specific engine codes (e.g., BKD, AZV for TDI; AXW, BLF for FSI) would be detailed within the manual, along with their respective displacements (e.g., 1.6L, 1.9L, 2.0L) and configurations (Inline-4).

Performance Details:

Detailed specifications for horsepower, torque, engine RPM ranges, compression ratios, and specific engine tuning parameters will be provided for each covered engine variant.

Fuel System Details:

Covers fuel injection systems (direct and indirect), fuel pump operation, fuel pressure regulation, injector diagnostics and replacement, fuel filter specifications, and emissions control systems related to fuel delivery.

🔧 Transmission

Manual Transmission Types:

Likely covers various manual transmissions (e.g., 5-speed, 6-speed) with details on clutch operation, gearbox overhaul, gear selection mechanisms, and maintenance procedures.

Automatic Transmission Types:

Covers automatic transmissions, potentially including traditional torque converter automatics and Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) transmissions, with information on fluid types, service intervals, control systems, and repair procedures.

Features:

Details on transmission fluid capacities, specifications (e.g., G 052 162 A2 for some DSG transmissions), shift linkage adjustments, differential maintenance, and axle shaft procedures.

📐 Dimensions

General Dimensions:

While specific dimensions are model-dependent, the manual will likely contain specifications for overall length, width, height, wheelbase, and track width for each covered model variation.

Weight Specifications:

Curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), and axle weight ratings will be detailed, crucial for understanding load capacities and service procedures.

🛡️ Safety Features

Passive Safety:

Covers Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including airbag deployment procedures, control modules, seat belt pre-tensioners, and related wiring. Also includes body structure integrity and repair.

Active Safety:

Information on ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), traction control systems, brake component specifications, and steering system diagnostics.

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment Systems:

Covers audio systems, speaker replacements, antenna systems, and potentially navigation system maintenance or troubleshooting for units available during these model years.

Assistance Systems:

Details on systems like cruise control, parking sensors, and potentially early driver assistance features if equipped, including their sensors, control units, and wiring.

Connectivity Features:

Information related to electrical systems, multiplex communication (CAN bus), dashboard indicators, warning lights, and instrument cluster diagnostics.

🔧 Maintenance

Typical Intervals:

Details on recommended service intervals for oil changes, filter replacements (oil, air, cabin, fuel), spark plugs, brake fluid, coolant, and timing belt/chain (if applicable) based on mileage and time.

Fluid Details:

Specifics on engine oil viscosity grades (e.g., VW 502 00, 504 00, 507 00), coolant types (G12++, G13), brake fluid (DOT 4), transmission fluid (ATF, manual gearbox oil), power steering fluid, and refrigerant types (R134a, R1234yf).

Common Problems:

While not explicitly listed as 'known issues', factory manuals provide diagnostic procedures for common problems such as ignition coil failures, DSG transmission mechatronic issues, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve problems, and suspension component wear. The comprehensive nature helps diagnose and repair these.

📚 Vehicle History

Generations Covered:

Focuses on the fifth generation Golf (Golf V, Mk5) and its variants like the Golf Plus, along with the Jetta (A5 platform) and Touran MPV, all of which share common platforms and components during their respective production eras starting from the early 2000s.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Model Awards:

The Golf and Jetta platforms have historically received numerous awards for safety, design, and overall quality. While the manual itself is not awarded, it provides the technical data to maintain vehicles that have earned such accolades.