Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Transmitted Output, Antenna Installation Locations, Golf From 2004
Installing bumpers is no longer permitted by law so as to protect pedestrians.
| Designation | Pmax/Watt | Prescribed Antenna Installation Locations | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-wave < 54 MHZ | 100 (PEAK)(1) | Roof midline front Roof midline Roof midline rear | ||||
| 4 m-Band | 20 off.)(2) | All locations (on vehicle exterior) | ||||
| 2 m-Band | 20 (eff.) | Front fender Front center of roof | ||||
| 2 m-Band | 50 (eff.) | Center of roof Rear center of roof | ||||
| 70 cm | 50 (eff.) | Front center of roof Center of roof Rear center of roof | ||||
| 23 cm | 20 (eff.) | All locations (on vehicle exterior) | ||||
| TETRA/ TETRAPOL | 25 (eff.) | All locations (on vehicle exterior) | ||||
| D-net GSM 900 | 20 (Peak) | All locations (on vehicle exterior) | ||||
| E-net GSM 1800 GSM 1900 UMTS | 10 (Peak) | All locations (on vehicle exterior) | ||||
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Deviations from these guidelines (location of antenna, frequency, output) are only permitted in special isolated cases after a single-case test carried out by the EMV center of VW AG in Wolfsburg.
EMV = Electromagnetic Compatibility.
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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.