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1999 Volkswagen Jetta CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Volkswagen REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Caliper Service -> Overhaul
Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS

Overhaul

Refer to Fig. when servicing caliper.

  • Secure caliper in a suitable soft-jawed vise, then remove piston from bore by turning counterclockwise with caliper piston seating tool No. 3272, or equivalent, Fig. .
  • Pry piston seals from groove being careful not to score the piston bore.
  • Slid...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Component Locations -> 1985-06 Beetle, Cabrio, Corrado, EuroVan, Fox, Golf, GTI, Jetta, Passat (Less 2.8L V6), 1982-88 Quantum, 1980-91 Vanagon & 1989-92 Cabriolet w/Gasoline Engines
Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Remove drive axle retaining nut while vehicle is still on ground.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel lug nuts.
  • Mark position of bolts attaching ball joints to control arms, then remove bolts and separate ball joint from control arm. Discard bolts.
  • Remove drive axle to transaxle drive flange attaching bolts.
  • Mount a suitable puller tool onto hub assembly and press axle shaft out of hub. Do not flex CV or tripod joints more than 25° from their...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Remove battery cover, battery and battery base plate.
  • Disconnect engine harness connector and pull harness out of bracket.
  • Unclip engine harness connector from starter solenoid.
  • Remove retaining nut, then disconnect battery terminal connector from starter solenoid.
  • Remove starter motor upper attaching bolt.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove engine center insulator cover attach...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volkswagen -> 1993-2004 Golf, GTI & Jetta
Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.8 V6 GAS

On 1993-96 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles.

On 1997-2003 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 10,000 miles.

On 2004 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the righthand plenum cover fasteners, then the cover.
  • Remove the air deflector, if equipped.
  • Press the cabin air filter housing clips downward, then remove the cabin air ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp -> -> Digifant & Digifant II -> Digifant I -> OBD ll
Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS

OBD ll

If faults are recognized and verified by the engine control module, they will be indicated by switching on the MIL. Perform the functional inspection as follows: Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The MIL must light up if the MIL does not light with the ignition switch on, inspect the bulb and/or locate and eliminate short or open in wiring circuit from the engine control module to MIL using a proper wiring diagram. If no fault can be detected in the wiring the ECM may be faulty. If the MIL lights with the ignition switch on, start engine and run at idle speed the MIL must go o...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at connecting piece and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1999 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

BRAKE LIGHT & KICKDOWN SWITCH LOCATIONS Diagram for 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GASBRAKE LIGHT & KICKDOWN SWITCH LOCATIONS Diagram for 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Brake Light Switch
  • Connector F
  • ENGINE COMPARTMENT CONNECTOR LOCATIONS Diagram for 1999 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESELENGINE COMPARTMENT CONNECTOR LOCATIONS Diagram for 1999 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector T-10a
  • Connector T-10e
  • Connector T-10f
  • Connector T-10h
  • Connector No.10
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1999 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Relay
  • Horn
  • Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring
  • Fuel Tank Lid Unlock Motor
  • 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio
  • Cigarette Lighter
  • Data Link Connector (DLC)
  • Cigarette Lighter Light
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1999 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Radio, Entering and Retrieving Anti-Theft (SAFE) Code
    Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOISTURE ACCUMULATION - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1999 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1999 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1999 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1999 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1999 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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