Besides for that plenty of great tools can be bought from that store for cheap. For some of the DIY's specialty tools are needed and they are high priced. These tools can be rented for free from auto part stores (more on that here, Doing your own car repairs). 65 caliper resetting tool. The only specialty tool in my diy's that would actually have to be bought would be the cam chain tensioner which can be bought on ebay for ten dollars. Hopefully these DIY's help you learn a little and most importantly save you some money! Money money money mohneey! This is more of an article/blog on DIY's. It covers how I feel, and why I feel the majority of work to be done on on your car should be done on your own. My theory of buying tools compared to the labor cost that are charged for simple jobs.
Vag-com is key, but even if you don't own it there are still free ways to get your car scanned at shops or local forums. 110 an hour. This DIY will show you how to either replace (if needed) or clean the MAF sensor on your own using isopropyl alcohol. All part numbers for the different maf's and places to buy the VW 5 point specialty torx bits are included in the DIY should you choose to use them. Over time the throttle body gets covered in carbon which in turn blocks air flow when it's closed and gives a rough idol. Most TB (throttle body) cleaner cans tell you to remove the TB hose, spray inside and you're good to go! I've tested this method and it does not work. While it makes the throttle plate look clean and pretty it does not remove any of the built up carbon that is blocking the air flow.
With this DIY you do have to remove four screws but I guarantee you will notice a huge difference over just spraying some cleaner in it if your TB does have carbon build up. All part numbers and tools are included in the DIY as well as a little section on cleaning the IAT sensor. At the bottom of the article there is a segment about twisting the tb 90 degrees for better air flow distribution which I would like to hear some feedback on. This is a very simple DIY to change out the tranny fluid in your MK4. GLI or 20th Edition for the drain plug every platform is the same. So whether you have a 1.8t, VR6, or 2.0L this DIY shows you how to drain out that "lifetime" transmission fluid and replace it with either OEM or something that shifts a little smoother. This DIY is for manual cars, not for Automatic cars.
If you have an automatic don't consult me! 60. If your sick of fumbling with your ac controls at night because the light has burnt out then this DIY is for you. Car Repair How-TosMy Car Won't Start! Sign in or sign up and post using a HubPages Network account. 0 of 8192 characters usedPost CommentNo HTML is allowed in comments, but URLs will be hyperlinked. Comments are not for promoting your articles or other sites. Awesome write ups. Going to tackle the brakes this week with your help. At a guess I would say your fuel pump is dying or maybe a clogged fuel filter. Can you please help! My Jetta 4 switches off at traffic lights and won't start immediately. It's happening more frequently now. What could be the problem? I sure can if you are willing to send me a ko4! Glad I saved you some cash. No problem, why spend hundreds of dollars on simple fixes. My friend you are heaven sent. Thanks a lot for these DIY pages.
