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VW Bora (A4, 1998-2005): Service and Repair Manuals

A repair manual on your VW Bora (A4, 1998-2005)? Explore here workshop manuals for service and repair of VW cars. They provide detailed instructions for troubleshooting and parts replacement.

VW Golf & Bora - 4-cyl Petrol & Diesel (April 1998 - 2000) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Volkswagen Golf and Bora, petrol and diesel.

Petrol engines: 4 cylinders -
- 1.4 (1390 cc, engine codes AHW, AKQ, APE and AXP)
- 1.6 8V (1595 cc, AEH, AKL and APF)
- 1.6 16V (1595 cc, ATN and AUS)
- 1.8 (1781 C, AGN)
- 1.8 Turbo (1781 cc, AGU, AQA and ARZ)
- 2.0 (1984 cc, APK and AQY).

Diesel engines:
- 1.9 (1896 cc, AGP and AQM)
- 1.9 Turbo (1896 cc, AGR, ALH, AHF and ASV).

Production years: 1998-2000.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the 2.3 litre V-5 petrol engine, the 1.9 litre diesel engine with unit injectors, the 4-Motion 4x4 or the Cabriolet.

Pages of the book VW Golf & Bora 4-cyl (April 1998 - 2000) (1)

This Haynes manual for the Gulf and Bora guides you through the maintenance and repair of the 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

  • Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
  • Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
  • Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
  • Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.
Specs:256 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.8 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.71 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2015)
Series:Haynes Service and Repair Manual (3727)
ISBN:9780857339683

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VW Golf & Bora - 4-cyl Petrol & Diesel (April 1998 - 2000) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

VW Golf & Bora - 4-cyl Petrol & Diesel (April 1998 - 2000)

Language: English

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Volkswagen Golf IV et Bora - essence 1.4 - 1.6 - 1.8 (GTi) (depuis 01/1998) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 618.1

Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 618) covering the Volkswagen Golf IV and Bora petrol models.

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L 16V (1390 cc, 55 kW/75 hp, engine code AHW)
- 1.6 L (1595 cc, 74 kW/100 hp, AEH)
- 1.6 L (1595 cc, 74 kW/100 hp, AKL)
- 1.8 20V Turbo (1781 cc, 110 kW/150 hp, AGU)

Production years: since 1/1998.

This Revue Technique for the VW Golf IV and Bora petrol models describes extensively service and repair of the 4- and 5-cylinder petrol engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and fuel system).
Covers also work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.

  • Includes adjustment data and wiring diagrams.
  • An integral owner's handbook provides information on operation and daily maintenance.
  • Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.
Specs:212 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:ETAI (F, )
Series:Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 618.1)
ISBN:9782726861813

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Volkswagen Golf IV et Bora - essence 1.4 - 1.6 - 1.8 (GTi) (depuis 01/1998) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 618.1

Volkswagen Golf IV et Bora - essence 1.4 - 1.6 - 1.8 (GTi) (depuis 01/1998)

Language: French

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VW Golf IV (9/1997-9/2003), Golf IV Variant (5/1999-5/2006), Bora (9/1998-5/2005), Bora Variant (5/1999-9/2004) - Benziner | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 111) on the Volkswagen petrol models:
- Golf IV (09/1997-09/2003)
- Bora (09/1998-05/2005)
- Golf IV Variant (05/1999-05/2006)
- Bora Variant (05/1999-09/2004).

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L (55 kW/75 hp, 09/97-05/06)
- 1.6 L (74 kW/100 hp, 09/97-08/00)
- 1.6 L (75 kW/102 hp, 09/00-05/06)
- 1.6 L (77 kW/105 hp, 11/99-05/06)
- 1.6 L (81 kW/110 hp, 10/01-05/06)
- 1.8 L (92 kW/125 hp, 09/97-06/00)
- 1.8 L (110 kW/150 hp, 09/97-09/03)
- 1.8 L (132 kW/180 hp, 06/01-09/03)
- 2.0 L (85 kW/115 hp, 11/98-05/06)
- 2.3 L (110 kW/150 hp, 09/97-09/00)
- 2.3 L (125 kW/170 hp, 10/00-09/03)
- 2.8 L (150 kW/204 hp, 05/99-09/03).

The initial section of this manual on the VW Golf IV and Bora covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).

Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.

  • Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
  • 21Duidelijke wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Author:Rüdiger Etzold
Specs:336 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:607 photos and drawings
Publisher:Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2019)
Series:So wird's gemacht (111)
ISBN:9783768810593

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VW Golf IV (9/1997-9/2003), Golf IV Variant (5/1999-5/2006), Bora (9/1998-5/2005), Bora Variant (5/1999-9/2004) - Benziner | So wird's gemacht

VW Golf IV (9/1997-9/2003), Golf IV Variant (5/1999-5/2006), Bora (9/1998-5/2005), Bora Variant (5/1999-9/2004) - Benziner

Language: German

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VW Golf IV / Bora - Benziner und Diesel (ab 09/1997) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 211, reprint) for the Volkswagen Golf IV and Bora.

Petrol engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.4 L (75 hp), 1.6 litre (100 hp), 1.8 L (125 hp), 1.8 L Turbo (150 hp) and 2.0 L (115 hp)
- V5 - 2.3 L (150 hp)
- VR6 - 2.8 L (204 hp, 4Motion).

Diesel engines: 4 cylinders - 1.9 SDI (68 hp) and 1.9 TDI (90, 110 and 115 hp).

Production years: since 09/1997.

Pages of the book [JH 211] VW Golf IV / Bora (ab 09/1997) (1)
  • This owner's guide for the VW Golf IV and Bora describes maintenance and repair of the petrol and diesel engines: the lubricating system, cooling, fuel system, filters and exhaust.
  • Covers also the clutch and transmission, the suspension, the steering system, the servo unit and the brakes, the electrical system (including windscreen wipers and lighting), the interior and the body.
  • This manual contains also adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
  • Reprint of the 2nd edition (2003).
Author:Dieter Korp
Specs:306 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:profusely illustrated with 250 photos and drawings
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2017)
Series:Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (211)
ISBN:9783613019737

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VW Golf IV / Bora - Benziner und Diesel (ab 09/1997) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

VW Golf IV / Bora - Benziner und Diesel (ab 09/1997)

Language: German

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VW Golf IV (9/1997-9/2003), Golf IV Variant (5/1999-5/2006), Bora (9/1998-5/2005), Bora Variant (5/1999-9/2004) - Diesel | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 112) on the Volkswagen diesel models:
- Golf IV Limousine Diesel (09/1997-09/2003)
- Golf IV Variant Diesel (05/1999-05/2006)
- Bora Limousine Diesel (09/1998-05/2005)
- Bora Variant Diesel (05/1999-09/2004).

Diesel engines:
- 1.9 L (50 kW/68 hp, 11/97-09/05)
- 1.9 L (66 kW/90 hp, 09/97-09/02)
- 1.9 L (74 kW/100 hp, 10/00-05/06)
- 1.9 L (81 kW/110 hp, 09/97-09/02)
- 1.9 L (85 kW/115 hp, 05/99-09/01)
- 1.9 L (96 kW/130 hp, 11/00-09/04)
- 1.9 L (110 kW/150 hp, 09/00-05/06).

The initial section of this manual on the VW Golf IV Diesel and Bora Diesel covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.9 L diesel engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).

Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.

  • Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
  • 38 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Author:Rüdiger Etzold
Specs:324 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:545 photos and drawings
Publisher:Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2016)
Series:So wird's gemacht (112)
ISBN:9783768810654

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VW Golf IV (9/1997-9/2003), Golf IV Variant (5/1999-5/2006), Bora (9/1998-5/2005), Bora Variant (5/1999-9/2004) - Diesel | So wird's gemacht

VW Golf IV (9/1997-9/2003), Golf IV Variant (5/1999-5/2006), Bora (9/1998-5/2005), Bora Variant (5/1999-9/2004) - Diesel

Language: German

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