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  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL, CC:1896, CID:116, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:116, Engine VIN:, Desg:J
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS, CC:2792, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:D
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GT 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GT 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Trek II 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL, CC:1896, CID:116, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:116
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Jazz 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Jazz 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A

A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+

Volkswagen -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Cooling System Bleed
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect thermo-time switch connector and remove thermo-time switch, then fully open heater valve.
  • Add coolant to expansion tank until coolant flows from thermo-time switch opening, then install and connect thermo-time switch.
  • Fill coolant expansion tank to Max mark...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+

Air Bag System Precautions -> Volkswagen -> Disarming
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS

Do not use computer memory saver tool on air bag equipped models. Using the tool will keep the air bag system charged and may cause accidental activation of the air bag unit. Prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable, obtain the radio security code. After service has been completed and the battery ground cable has been reconnected, use security code to acti...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Wire Color Code Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GT 2.0 L4 GAS

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+

Volkswagen -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System -> Battery Ground Cable -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS

Air Bag System Disarming & Arming

Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.

Audio Coded Anti-Theft System

Some models are equipped with an audio coded anti-theft system that will disable the system when battery power is interrupted. Unless the system is reset the radio will not operate.

  • Turn radio to On position; "SAFE" should be displayed.
  • Depress and hold AM/FM and SCAN buttons until "1000" remains on display. If AM/FM and SCAN buttons are depressed too long or depressed again, radio will misinterpret the "1000" as ...

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+

Computer Relearn Procedures -> Volkswagen
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS

Whenever the ECM is replaced, the new ECM will need to be "Coded." Use the following procedure to "Code" the ECM.

  • Connect VAG 1551/1552, or equivalent scan tool to diagnostic connector.
  • Select "Engine Electronics" address word "01", then press "Q" button to confirm input.
  • Press "right arrow" button, "Rapid Data Transfer" and "Select function XX" should appear on the display.
  • Press "1" button two times, "Log-in Procedure" and "Input Code Number" should appear on the display.
  • Press "0, 1, 2, 8 and 3" to input log-in code, then press "Q" button to confirm input.
  • "Ra... "

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+

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Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS

Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.

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When replacing compressor drain old and new units. Add oil to new compressor equal to 5.0 ozs. minus amount drained from old unit, but do not add more than 1.7 ozs. of oil.

When replacing other system components add the following amount of new o...

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