What are the steps for troubleshooting a Golf Mk3?
Posts typically are called “cutting out”, “no tick over” or the most useful type “car problems, HELP”. So here are my basic steps to troubleshoot a Golf MK3. I’ve not worked on the VR6 or the diesel’s, so these steps are about the 1.8 GL and 2l GTI mostly – but applicable to the 1.4 and the 1.6.
Are there any problems with the VW Golf GTI Mk3?
The third problem was build quality. The Mk1 and Mk2 Golfs had a reputation for bank-vault solidity, but VW changed steel supplier for the MK3. While not so bad as that earned by 1970s Italian cars, the Mk3 Golf nonetheless earned a reputation for rust. There are some GTI models which will always have their fans among the Volkswagen faithful.
What should water temp be on Golf GTI MkVII?
Faulty/low water temp. From what I’ve read, even if there is a variations of temps but still within correct operating values then the water temp gauge shows 90celsius. Over the last few days the water temperature gauge is only showing from around 80-85celsius. It will hit 90, but then the next time I look at it it has dropped again.
Where can I get aftermarket Mk3 Golf parts?
When it comes time to modify your MK3 Golf or GTI, we are your source for aftermarket MK3 Golf and GTI parts. Whether you want to give your Volkswagen a new stance with some MK3 Golf/GTI suspension parts or looking to put more power down to the ground with some bolt on mods, we have it all. Best of all we offer free shipping on everything.
How to meqasquirt your ABF engine club GTI?
The ABF engine used will have to have all EFI related equipment which are CLT, IAT, TPS, RPM trigger which can be either a 16v KR/9A dizzy or the ABFs Crank angle sensor, Injectors, and either the MK2 TCH-i and coil or a MK3 one. You can also apply the method here to any 16v engine if you source the above components.
How to meqasquirt your VW ABF code engine?
To calibrate broader torque spread on a VW ABF code engine. To calibrate user defined part load range for fuel economy. To calibrate to allow the passing of legal UK MOT. To retain all most or all functions of engine controller that is being replace. To allow user access of fuel, spark and “extra” calibratables. To keep cost per gain/function low.
Where is the sensor on a Volkswagen Golf?
The sensor wiring has a connector on top of the front engine mounting bracket and the wire should then run down the side of the dipstick tube to the bottom of the block next to the flywheel cover, under the oil filter and front engine mounting bracket. The sensor wire insulation breaks down with age.
What kind of engine does a Golf Mk3 have?
With the third generation Golf also came the storming VR6, fitted with a 2.8-litre V6 (2.9-litre from 1994). The Mk3 was even treated to naturally aspirated and turbocharged versions of VW’s 1.9-litre diesel.
Why does my Golf GTI 8v not start?
I drive a mk3 golf GTI 8V and mine starts fine but after driving for about 3 minutes (engine warms up) it starts to misfire, the car stalls and then you can’t start it again until the engine has cooled. Does this sound similar?
Is it worth buying a VW Mk2 Golf?
As Mk2 Golfs have risen in value, attention has turned to its generally less loved successor which has now become the most affordable means of owning Wolfsburg’s iconic hatch. With cars changing hands for as little as a few hundred pounds, the third generation Golf makes plenty of sense – as long as you know how to sort the nuggets from the nails.