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Automotive Recall and Technical Service Bulletin Titles for 1986 Volkswagen Golf L4-1781cc 1.8L SOHC (GX).

TSB Number & Issue Date TSB Title

CMPGSD MAY 92 Recall - Heater Core Replacement

TSB Number & Issue Date TSB Title

CMPGPQ MAR 89 Campaign - Disconnect OXS Sensor Light

TSB Number & Issue Date TSB Title

9414-03 JUN 14 Lighting - Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

5700-01 FEB 00 Sidewinder Key and Locks - Ordering and Warranty Claim

9199-10 DEC 99 Radio - Causes Excessive Battery Drain

9498-01 DEC 98 Tools - Headlights, Aiming, Hella Beamsetter Series IV

9798-03 JUL 98 Platform Wiring Harness - Repairing

3497-06 NOV 97 M/T Case - Sealing Precautions

3497-05 OCT 97 M/T - Strainer Added to Prevent Ring and Pinion Damage

8797-01 OCT 97 A/C - Unpleasant Musty Odor

0097-07 AUG 97 Tires - Goodyear Tire And Rubber Toll Free Line

579704 APR 97 Window Regulator Motor - Inoperative

379701 FEB 97 A/T - Diagnosis and Repair Using Test Kit and Worksheet

349701 FEB 97 M/T - Shifter Lever Vibration/Knocking

909701 FEB 97 Speedometer (Odometer) - Replacement Regulations

199601 OCT 96 Coolant - Revision

909602 MAY 96 Speedometer - Replacement Procedure, Regulations

429601 APR 96 Rear Tires - Abnormal Wear

699504 NOV 95 Child Safety Seat - Installation

699505 NOV 95 Rear Child Restraint - Anchorage Installation

649501 OCT 95 Windows - Adhesive Material Revised

879503 MAY 95 A/C System - Retrofitting R-12 to R-134a

979503 APR 95 Electrical Contact Enhancer - Enhances Conductivity

929502 APR 95 Wiper Blades - Jerk or Skip Across Windshield

249502 FEB 95 Engine - High Idle After Cold Start

279501 JAN 95 ECM - Inoperative Due to Improper Battery Charging

ATRATB294 JAN 95 A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications

V9503 JAN 95 Vehicle - Ordering VIN Plates/Safety And Emission Labels

209402 DEC 94 Fuel System - Poor Engine Performance

TOOLSV9413 NOV 94 Tools - Brake Line Kit

919402 AUG 94 Radio - Diagnosis Instructions

449401 AUG 94 Tires/Suspension - Vehicle Pulls to one side

449403 AUG 94 Wheels/Tires - Vibrations

WARRV9415 JUN 94 Warranty - Plastic Bags for Electronic Parts Tag

179402 MAY 94 Engine - Approved Oil And Additives

269401 FEB 94 Exhaust - Sulfur Odor Noticed At the Pipe

249401 JAN 94 Engine - Poor Driveability

ATRATB255 JAN 94 A/T - ATF Entering The Differential

449305 DEC 93 Winter Tires/Snow Chains - Recommendations

979302 NOV 93 Engine Control Harness Connector Terminals - Replacing

249307 NOV 93 Engine - Lack of Power, Stalls, Bucking, and Jerking

709304 NOV 93 Interior Trim - Dirty/Soiled

249304 NOV 93 MIL ON - Poor Idle/Stalls, Loss of Power, Exhaust Smoke

V9326 NOV 93 Warranty - Replacement Price Estimate Guidelines

V9328R NOV 93 Warranty - Contact Tech Help Line During A/T Repair

V9325 OCT 93 Warranty - Loaner Car Charges, Paint/Corrosion Repairs

139305 JUL 93 Drive Plate - Revised Installation Procedure

139303 JUL 93 Flywheel Mounting Bolt - Torque

269302 JUL 93 Oxygen Sensor - Failure Due to Silicone

009304 JUN 93 Tools - Universal Transmission Support 3282

WARRV9315 JUN 93 Fluids and Lubricants - Warranty Reimbursements

379311 JUN 93 A/T - Synthetic Oil for Final Drive

289302 JUN 93 Knock Sensor - Avoiding Unnecessary Replacement

309304 JUN 93 M/T - Difficulty Shifting In and Out of Gear

WARRV9314 JUN 93 Warranty - Unlocking Non-Fixed Code Radios Locked-Up

199301 JUN 93 Coolant Pump - Leakage, Warning Lamp On, Residue

919302 APR 93 Electrical - Aftermarket Equipment Installation

289301 APR 93 Ignition Coil - Revised Checking Procedures

279301 JAN 93 Tools - Removing and Installing Generator V-Belt Pulley

489301 JAN 93 Power Steering Gear - Fluid Leaks From Pinion Seal

309202 NOV 92 Pressure Plate Mounting Bolts - Torque Change

479202 NOV 92 Tools - Adapter for Brake Pressure Regulator Adjustment

ATRATB131 SEP 92 A/T - 010/087/089/090 Bind In Low and Reverse

029201 JUN 92 Paint Finishes - Restoration

479201 APR 92 Brake Fluid - Super DOT 4 Available

909203 FEB 92 Coolant Indicator LED - Flashing At Normal Temp

279202 FEB 92 Starter - Does Not Engage/Restart When Engine is Hot

489201 FEB 92 Tie Rod, Left - Checking and Adjusting Length

ATRATB098 FEB 92 A/T - ATF Leaking From Differential Pinion Seal Vent

139201 JAN 92 Alternator - V Belt Slips Under Load

179201 JAN 92 Engine - Oil Consumption

689201 JAN 92 Seat Belt - Rear Retrofit Installation

909202 JAN 92 Speedometer - Replacement Guidelines

749102 NOV 91 Seat Cover Beading - Separated From Plastic Piping

ATRATB078 NOV 91 A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge

139104 OCT 91 Drive Plate - No Longer Available

669102 OCT 91 Exterior Plastic Trim Parts - Discolored

279103 OCT 91 Starter Motor - Noisy When Cranking Engine

359103 SEP 91 M/T - 3rd/4th Gear Synchronizer Hub Assembly Correction

449105 AUG 91 Alignment - Conversion Chart for Specifications

469101 JUN 91 Wheel Brake Cylinder, Rear - Replacement Criteria

399102 MAY 91 A/T - Shifts Erratically

689105 MAY 91 Vanity Mirror Bulb - Replacement

879104 APR 91 A/C Compressor Clutch - Removal and Installation

879105 APR 91 A/C Compressor Shaft Seal - Replacement

139102 APR 91 Engine - Ticking Noises at 1800 to 3200 RPM

109101 MAR 91 Engine - Attach Pressure Plate or Flywheel to Crankshaft

449102 MAR 91 Tires - Aerosol Inflator/Sealer Flammability Hazard

879101 FEB 91 A/C Refrigerant - Compliance With Enviromental Laws

449101 JAN 91 Wheels/Tires - Eliminating Vibrations

399001 NOV 90 Final Drive - Leaking Oil

199001 NOV 90 Radiator Fan - Stays On High Speed When Extremely Cold

309004 OCT 90 M/T - Difficult to Shift Into Gear

449006 OCT 90 Tires- Rotation Tips

ATRATB028 OCT 90 A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing

409003 SEP 90 CV Joint - Revised Diagnosis, Inspection and Replacement

009001 AUG 90 Vehicle - Lubricant Capacities and Type

TOOLS063090 JUN 90 Tools - Special Tool Minimum Requirements

649002 JUN 90 Window Drive Cable/Motor - Replacement Instructions

929012 JUN 90 Wiper Blade - Chatter and Skipping

929001 JUN 90 Wiper Blade - Smearing Windshield

TOOLS062990 JUN 90 Tools - Digital Multimeter (Fluke 83) Introduction

TOOLS062990A JUN 90 Tools - New High Lift Transmission Jack

TOOLS062090 JUN 90 Tools - Windshield Wiper Alignment

202090T01 MAY 90 Fuel - Improved Additive

349001 MAY 90 M/T - Secure Magnet In Clutch Housing

404090T01 MAY 90 M/T - When Replacing, Match Flanges to Driveshafts

209003 MAY 90 Tools - Fuel Gauge Sending Unit

139001 APR 90 Crankshaft Drive Sprocket Bolt - Changed

289002 MAR 90 Engine - Misfire

409001 MAR 90 Front Axle Nut - Tightening Torque Increased

209002 MAR 90 Fuel - Use of Gasolines Containing Detergent Recommended

449001 MAR 90 Rear Tires- Abnormal Wear

D29001 MAR 90 Tools - VAG 1598 Test Box Description, Application List

409002 MAR 90 Suspension Strut - Revised, Tightening Torque Change

WARR9002V FEB 90 Warranty - Locked-Up Radio Repair Program

TOOLS021690 FEB 90 Tools - Engine/Transmission Oil Temperature Tester

ATRATB9002006 FEB 90 A/T - Choosing the Right ATF

WARR8925V NOV 89 Warranty - Coverage for Fire and Accident Cases

278903 OCT 89 Replacement Batteries - Determining If Cover Is Required

488904 OCT 89 Tie Rods and Boots - Removing/Installing

ATRATB8930 OCT 89 A/T - Math Part II

578901 SEP 89 Locks - Re-Keying to Maintain One-Key Operation

ATRATB8927 SEP 89 A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs

248907 AUG 89 On Board Diagnosis System (OBD) - Display

ATRATB8923 AUG 89 A/T - Math Formulas Part I

288901 JUL 89 Hall Sensor Ignition Kit - Revised

488902 JUL 89 Steering Wheel - Modified Inner Splines, Adapter Sleeve

388901 JUN 89 A/T - Final Drive Housing Cover Bolt Torque

138901 JAN 89 Engine - Metallic Clicking Noise

258806 DEC 88 Fuel Injection - System Cleaning And Decarbonization

558801 OCT 88 Rear Lid Lock - Identical With/Without Central Locking

258805 SEP 88 Engine - Hot Start Difficulties

308801 MAY 88 Clutch - Adjustments

358802 MAY 88 M/T - Hard Shifting Into First Gear

268801 MAY 88 Catalytic Converter Heatshield - Replacing When Loose

968801 FEB 88 Door Contact Switch - Sticking

258801 FEB 88 Engine - Idle Fluctuates Outside of Specifications

348702 DEC 87 A/T - Inadvertent Reverse Gear Engagement

288706 DEC 87 Knock Sensor - Poor Low RPM Performance, Pinging

358704 DEC 87 M/T - Difficult to Shift

378703 NOV 87 A/T - Difficult to Move Shift Lever

918703 SEP 87 Instrument Cluster - New MFI Vacuum Sensor/Mounting

ATRATB8752 SEP 87 A/T - 010, 003 Bind In Reverse/2nd Gear Starts

ATRATB8754 SEP 87 A/T - Front Bushing Wear

258704 SEP 87 Engine - Hesitation During Warm-Up Period When Cold

558702 SEP 87 Rear Hatch - Rattles

ATRATB8748 AUG 87 A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings

578702 AUG 87 Door Paint - Chipping

258707 AUG 87 Engine - Idle Fluctuations or Hunting

178702 AUG 87 Engine, Factory Rebuilt - Oil Filter Leaks

578703 AUG 87 Keys - Lost or Broken

968702 AUG 87 Trunk Light - Does Not Come On

278708 JUL 87 Low Maintenance Batteries - Updated Testing

878701 JUL 87 A/C Compressor - Mounting Points to Engine Block

278705 JUL 87 Battery - Charge Indicator Eye Shows No Charge Condition

468701 JUL 87 Brakes, Rear - Squeaking During Application

978703 JUL 87 Charging - Battery Discharged, Indicator Light Flickers

908703 JUL 87 Coolant Temperature Gauge Light - Flashes

278703 JUL 87 Cruise Control - Does Not Work

468702 JUL 87 Disc Brakes - Noisy

278706 JUL 87 Engine - Does Not Crank or Battery Repeatedly Discharged

288704 JUL 87 Engine - Rough Idle or Misfiring During Partial Load

208701 JUL 87 Engine - Starting Complaints

288705 JUL 87 Engine - Stops Running

258702 JUL 87 Engine Performance - Lack of Acceleration

268701 JUL 87 Exhaust Swivel Joint - Squeaks While Driving

398701 JUL 87 Final Drive Flange Seal - Leaking Under Car

708701 JUL 87 Instrument Panel - Milky/Spotted

968701 JUL 87 Interior Light - Inoperative

348701 JUL 87 M/T - Grinds Into 1st/Reverse/Hard Shifting

908702 JUL 87 Oil Pressure Buzzer - Sounds After Switching Ignition On

508701 JUL 87 Paint - Impact Chips in Paint, Primer Color Change

918702 JUL 87 Radio - Static When Listening to AM Stations

648703 JUL 87 Vent Window - Sticks to Weatherstrip

648704 JUL 87 Windshield - Cracks

648705 JUL 87 Windshield - Squeaking Noise from the Outside Area

198602 DEC 86 Radiator Fan - Installing Snap-Lock Wiring Connector

864803 DEC 86 Steering Column Tube - Modified

578604 NOV 86 Doors - Hard to Open from the Outside

865002 AUG 86 Body - Troubleshooting Water Leaks

908602 JUL 86 Cigarette Lighters - Not Interchangeable

288608 JUL 86 Ignition Cable - Removal

864403 JUL 86 Wheels/Tires - Eliminating Vibration

258603 MAY 86 CIS With OXS System - New Checking/Adjusting Procedures

648602 MAY 86 Door Window Channel - Binding

008603 MAY 86 Engine - Technical Data

288606 MAY 86 Ignition System - Adjustment Data, Spark Plugs

108601 MAY 86 Tools - Support to Remove/Install Engine, Transmission

808601 APR 86 Heater Thermofuse, Resistor - Checking

288603C MAR 86 Electronic Ignition - Revised Checking Procedures

258601 FEB 86 Fuel Control System - Checking, Removal and Installation

608601 FEB 86 Sunroof - Water Leaks at Rear Edge

158601 JAN 86 Camshaft - Identification

198504 DEC 85 Coolant Hoses, Flange, Clamps - Updated

508505 NOV 85 Body Repairs - Replacing Sealing Plugs

198503 NOV 85 Water Pump Pulley - Correct Installation of Pulley

TECH810501 MAY 81 Vehicle - Manufacturing Date Codes of Bosch Components

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