Volkswagen Golf 5

Volkswagen Golf is one of the best-selling models of Volkswagen. The Fifth Golf debuted in 2003 and was produced until 2008. It is based on the Volkswagen Group A5 (PQ35) platform. Golf 5 has retained the characteristic model silhouette. In comparison with its predecessor, it has grown significantly: by 5.5 cm in length, 2.5 cm in width and 4 cm in height. The cabin has become noticeably more spacious. More interesting changes are hidden under the body. For example, air conditioning, which in the case of using a windshield washer, automatically includes internal air recirculation in the cabin. This protects passengers from the unpleasant smell of liquid. There are bigger innovations. So, behind instead of torsion beam installed multi-link suspension. And, you do not have to worry about its durability. It was pretty strong. Golf was managed just fine.

Engines

Volkswagen Golf V was equipped with atmospheric gasoline engines working volume of 1.4 liters (75 - 90 hp) and 1.6 liters (102 hp). Among them were engines with direct injection FSI capacity of 1.4 liters (90 hp), 1.6 liters (115 hp) and 2.0 liters (150 hp). In 2006, the line of gasoline engines was diluted with turbocharged 1. 4 TSI engines with a capacity of 122 to 170 hp. Diesel engines were represented by two units - 1.9 TDI (90-105 hp) and 2.0 TDI (140 hp). Sport versions of the Golf GTI were equipped with a 2.0 TFSI engine with a capacity of 200 hp. All engines are pretty reliable, but there are a couple of things to look out for when buying a used fifth-generation Golf. Let’s look at the most common engines. Let’s start with atmospheric 1.6 modifications of BSE and BSF with belt-drive timing system. Shaking at idling speeds for such an engine is the norm. In any case, to cope with such a phenomenon is almost impossible. Except that in rare cases, the situation can be corrected with a new firmware ECU. Oil engines 1.6 liters begin to eat up no earlier than 150 - 200 thousand km. The sound of exhaust in the area of the comb exhaust pants – corrugated catalyst, resembling “slicing”, another feature of the 1.6-liter engine. For engines 1. 4 TSI SAHA and BMY cracking at start after a long parking, "diesel" rattling the first 10 minutes or a slight shake (detonation) at idling speeds after 40 - 60 thousand km is not uncommon. The reason for the failure of the regulator of the gas distribution phases (about 30 000 rubles for the original).

Transmission

In a couple to the engine on the fifth Golf, 5- and 6-speed “mechanics”, 6-band “automatic” and 6-speed robotic DSG box were installed. 5-speed manual gearbox is much more reliable 6-moment. Boxes go without problems more than 200 – 250 thousand km. The same is the clutch, the replacement of which will require about 8 thousand rubles for the set and 4-5 thousand rubles for work. One of the weaknesses of the box is the dual bearing, which falls apart, and in motion there is noise and grinding. The bearing itself is inexpensive, but the work to replace it will require a lot of costs. The bearing of the primary shaft can sound after 150 – 200 thousand km. To replace it will have to pay about 17 thousand rubles. Twitching when touching and knocking after 70 - 90 thousand km are caused by the surrendered support of the gearbox (2-4 thousand rubles). "Automatic" can "twitch" after warming up at the time of gear shifting when running more than 60 - 90 thousand km. This is especially true for lovers of lighting. The reason is the failed hydroblock (valve block) due to the wear of the valves. After replacing the hydroblock (about 50 – 60 thousand rubles and 6 thousand rubles work), you can forget about the problem for another 60 – 90 thousand km. The robotic DSG-6 was not the most reliable. About half of Golf 5 owners with preselective gearbox have experienced problems. Ugs during slow thrust or continuous movement on a heated box arise due to wear of the adjustment valves on the clutch support. This leads to increased friction in the clutch and the inability to withstand the characteristic of its regulation.

Walking

Suspension Volkswagen Golf 5, contrary to popular belief, is quite strong. Up to the first hundred thousand, except for the supporting bearings, it is unlikely that anything will require replacement. After 100 - 150 thousand km, the levers are handed over to the Silent blocks. The set of levers will cost 8 thousand rubles. Due to the weakened silent blocks of the rear transverse traction, the rear wheels become a “house”. The front stage bearings will most likely have to be replaced after 150 – 180 thousand km. They change in the assembly with the hub. The new hub costs about 4-5 thousand rubles, work on its replacement will require about 1.5-2 thousand rubles. By this time, it may be necessary to replace the stabilizer of transverse stability in the assembly with bushings (4-5 thousand rubles). Separate stabilizer or bushings are not sold. In winter, the pendant does not like to overcome the “spoken cops”. At this point, an unpleasant creak appears, and on ordinary irregularities it does not occur. This is the creaking back silenticle blocks of the front levers. After a short trip, the Silentblocks warm up, and extraneous sounds disappear. The fifth Golf is characterized by damage to the left anther of the internal SRUS when the run is more than 50 – 100 thousand km. More often, this trouble overtakes owners of cars with an automatic transmission. If a tear is detected, the anther must be immediately replaced (700-1500 rubles), if there is no desire to purchase a new "garnet" for 10,000 rubles. The right anther walks much longer - more than 150 - 200 thousand km. The syndrome of knocking steering racks did not bypass the Golf V.

Other problems and malfunctions

The interior tolerates the test of time, which is not true of the skin on the steering wheel. The age of the car is also evidenced by numerous abrasions on the door handles. To the body iron and quality of painting Volkswagen Golf 5 claims, as a rule, does not arise. In winter, you need to be careful when opening the front doors. Due to the unsuccessful implementation of drainage, moisture accumulates between the door and the front wing and ice is formed. In this case, opening the door with ice, it is easy to bend its lower corner. Official dealers carried out revisions - installed the arcs in both doors (about 2 thousand rubles). Floating defect - spontaneously falling windows of doors at a run of more than 100 - 150 thousand km - occurs due to the grinding of wires in corrugated between the door and the body. Less often, the mechanism of raising glasses fails. The new mechanism will cost 4-5 thousand rubles, work on its replacement will pull 2.5-3 thousand rubles. Due to the violation of the integrity of the wires in the corrugated often there are problems with door locks. Also in winter, locks “die” because of the fragile plastic executive part and “microbes”. The fifth Golf was fitted with a compressor of a constant rotation air conditioner, which often wedged when running more than 60 – 100 thousand km. The continuous operation of the compressor led to its rapid wear. Determine whether the knot is alive by the central bolt, which, if serviceable, should rotate simultaneously with the pulley. The rapid failure of the compressor is facilitated by the depressurization of the system, leaving it without lubrication. Zexel compressors are not repairable until 2009.

Engines

• All engines are pretty reliable, but there are a couple of things to look out for when buying a used fifth-generation Golf.
• The reason for the failure of the regulator of the gas distribution phases (about 30 000 rubles for the original).
• Its replacement must be made together with a chain, tensioner and sedative.
• But even after the regulator is replaced, the gas distribution phases after 30-50,000 km may “reappear” again.
• Electromagnetic valve limiting boost No. 75 often fails.
• Many cars with such a diesel engine have passed without serious problems more than half a million kilometers.
• Due to the loss of tightness, the thrust disappears, the diesel dies.
• A little later, you may need to replace the flywheel - there is a vibration.
• The freezing bendix is a well-known problem of starters installed on Volkswagen cars.

Transmission

• Boxes go without problems more than 200 – 250 thousand km.
• The same is the clutch, the replacement of which will require about 8 thousand rubles for the set and 4-5 thousand rubles for work.
• Twitching when touching and knocking after 70 - 90 thousand
• The reason is the failed hydroblock (valve block) due to the wear of the valves.
• The problem can be forgotten for another 60 – 90 thousand km.
• About half of Golf 5 owners with preselective gearbox have experienced problems.
• Ugs during slow thrust or continuous movement on a heated box arise due to wear of the adjustment valves on the clutch support.
• The lucky ones went 200,000 miles without any problems.

Walking

• If a tear is detected, the anther must be immediately replaced (700-1500 rubles), if there is no desire to purchase a new "garnet" for 10,000 rubles.
• Do not rush to change the rack, the problem manifests itself more often in cold weather and is caused by the peculiarity of its mechanism.
• There's no problem with the brakes. The shoes are worn for 40 - 50 thousand.
• The reason is the accumulation and freezing of moisture in the control cables.

Other problems and malfunctions

• Less often, the mechanism of raising glasses fails. The new mechanism will cost 4 – 5 thousand.
• Due to the violation of the integrity of the wires in the corrugated often there are problems with door locks.
• The continuous operation of the compressor led to its rapid wear.
• Zexel compressors are not repairable until 2009.
• Since 2009, more durable and repairable Denso have been installed.

Overall, the Golf V has performed very well. There will be no difficulties with repairs. The availability of spare parts is fantastic and the mechanics know Golf perfectly. In addition, Volkswagen is well managed. The main problem is to find a copy without body adventures in the past.

• Engines: The reason for the failure of the regulator of the gas distribution phases (about 30 000 rubles for the original).
• Transmission: The boxes run without problems more than 200 – 250 thousand km.
• Do not rush to change the rail, the problem manifests itself more often in cold weather and is caused by the peculiarity of its mechanism. There's no problem with the brakes. The shoes are worn for 40 - 50 thousand.
• Other problems and malfunctions: Less often the mechanism of glass lifting fails. The new mechanism will cost 4 – 5 thousand.

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