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1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement

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  1. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement, Plastic Rain Tray: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws.

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  2. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the rubber gasket from the rain tray.

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  3. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Lift the tray upwards and away from the vehicle.

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  4. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement, Front Windshield Wipers: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Use a flathead screwdriver to remove the cap from the windshield wiper.

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  6. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Use a socket wrench to release the passenger-side windshield wiper locking nut.

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  7. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Gently lift up the passenger-side windshield wiper.

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  8. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the driver-side windshield wiper in the same fashion.

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  9. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement, Automatic Transmission Control Unit: step 8, image 1 of 2 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement, Automatic Transmission Control Unit: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Lift up the plastic cover.

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  10. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Use an offset Phillips screwdriver to remove a screw in the back of the automatic control unit cover.

    • In a pinch, you can make this tool with a phillips driver bit and end wrench.

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  11. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove the front two screws.

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  12. 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 2 1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement: step 11, image 2 of 2

    • Gently unplug and lift out the automatic transmission control unit.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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5 Comments

Does the new TCU need to be programmed in any way?? Or is it just plug and play.

Paul Newlove - Reply

does it need to be programmed mine needs replacement my gears are not shifting

dean wafula - Reply

got a question if your display light is dim what could be the problem

dean wafula - Reply

Volkswagen tiguan won't start after disconnection, wat can I do to restart it

Jusu Suapay - Reply

thank you very much .

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