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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 -WITH CAST LOCKING LUGS

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard

5th gear synchro -with cast locking lugs

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION 5th gear synchro -with cast locking lugs

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Fig 1: Identifying 5Th Gear Synchro -With Cast Locking Lugs

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Drive on 5th gear synchro-hub.
NOTE: Make sure that the synchro-ring is free to move while driving on the hub.

Fig 2: Driving On 5th Gear Synchro-Hub

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Install securing bolts for synchro-hub and 5th gear; hand -tighten only.
Belleville spring/attachment bolts for 5th gear synchro-hub and 5th gear, installation position
- Outer diameter/concave side (-arrows-) faces 5th gear

Fig 3: Identifying Outer Diameter/Concave Side Faces 5th Gear

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Engage two gears to lock transmission before tightening synchro-hub and 5th gear securing bolts (-arrows-), see ASSEMBLING , Figure
Install 5th gear shift fork.

Fig 4: Tightening Synchro-Hub And 5th Gear Securing Bolts

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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.