Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Checking maximum wheel lock
| The maximum wheel lock is determined with the aid of the
wheel alignment computer. |
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When the values for the maximum wheel lock lie outside the
tolerances, then check following: |
| Are steering or suspension components damaged or deformed? |
| Are track rods visually OK.? |
| Is the symmetry of the track rods OK.? |
| Damaged components must be renewed. |
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If the steering wheel is crooked, check the following: |
| Check steering components for damage and deformation. If
necessary, renew damaged components. |
| Check suspension components for damage and deformation. If
necessary, renew damaged components. |
| Check symmetry of track rods also. |
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Measure dimension -a- of
shorter track rod. Shorten longer track rod to same dimension.
Screw track rod ball joint -1-
deeper onto track rod -2-. |
| Dimension -a- must be the same
on left side and right side track rod ball joints. |
| Maximum permissible difference between left and right
< 2.5 mm. |
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When returning steering to central position, swivel steering
wheel with even movements. |
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Explanation regarding “PR numbers” on vehicle data sticker
Various types of running gear are installed depending on
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Fog lights
Assembly overview - fog lights, Golf
1 -
Fog lights
Different versions. Refer to
→ Electronic Parts Catalogue.
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
2 -
Cap
3 -
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Checking electromechanical parking brake, vehicles with front-wheel drive
Activate »TЬV mode«:
Seat belt is fitted
Rear axle on single-axle roller dynamometer
Ignition remains switched on
Auto-hold is switched off
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Indicator lamp
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
Engine management system fault (Electronic Power Control).
The engine should be checked by a qualified workshop
as s ...
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