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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GLS, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 4 (5 SPD. MANUAL TRANSMISSION 02A (A3 PLATFORM))MANUAL TRANSMISSION - CONTROLS, HOUSINGTRANSMISSION, DISASSEMBLING/ASSEMBLINGASSEMBLING5TH GEAR SYNCHRO -RING, CHECKING FOR WEAR
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard
5th gear synchro -ring, checking for wear
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION 5th gear synchro -ring, checking for wear
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- Before installing 5th gear, press synchro-ring onto cone of gear and measure gap -a- with feeler gauge.
- Position 5th gear together with needle roller bearing.
- Place 5th gear synchro-ring on gear.
5TH GEAR SYNCHRO -RING WEAR LIMIT CHART
| Gap -a- | New | Wear limit |
|---|---|---|
| 5th gear | 1.1-1.7 mm (0.043-0.067 in.) | 0.5 mm (0.020 in.) |
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.