1993 Volkswagen Jetta Consumer Discussions

Volkswagen Jetta Maintenance and Repair

Re: 2001 Jetta 2.0L not starting [jodar96]

Written by: seabeedad on Oct 27, 2008 00:03 AM

1993 Jetta 2.0L not starting (FOUND THE PROBLEM!!!!) I love my Jetta and so far I had not had many problems with it. One day it just would not start so I tried the old lock and unlock the door trick (the alarm on some of the VW’s have an anti theft device that does not permit it to be started when tripped). That did not work so I did the spark test; no spark was coming from the ... Read More...

Jetta Transmission Issues and Questions

Re: No warning, differential/transmission locks up on freeway [naz2]

Written by: 600kgolfgt on Dec 12, 2007 05:54 PM

Unfortunately, automatic transmissions are an Achilles' heel with VWs - dating back to the 1970s. They have been notorious differential-eaters. The manual transmissions have been very robust. As far as your Jetta is concerned, the 2.0L automatic transmissions were made in Mexico, and are a mixed bag when it comes to reliability (at best). I have a 2003 Wolfsburg ... Read More...

Volkswagen Jetta Starting and Stalling Issues

Re: Rough Idle and stalls [glevien]

Written by: 600kgolfgt on Dec 16, 2007 10:21 AM

I just bought a 2001 jetta 2.0... Sorry to hear that... 1999 through 2002 model Jettas have proven to be quite problematic (especially if you have an automatic transmission model). Other potential problems you may encounter: - Falling windows (due to VW''s idiotic decision to use plastic rwindow etaining clips instead of metal ones). - Coil pack problems due ... Read More...

Re: Also... [jeffyscott]

Written by: 600kgolfgt on Dec 16, 2007 09:58 AM

Careful, there...she did not say what year her car is. I don't know when VW started using G12, but my kid's '97 was orginally G11 (not G12). According to the Bentley Manual (covering 1993-1999 Golf/Jetta and 1995-2002 Cabriolets) right in front of me, VWs from early 1997 production (and on) SHOULD be used on all water-cooled VWs. So unless she has a VW made before ... Read More...

VW Jetta Basic Maintenance Questions (Oil changes, fluids, etc.)

Re: VW Jetta Burnin the oil? [jettagyalgo]

Written by: 600kgolfgt on May 27, 2007 07:44 AM

Not being smart..just asking are you sure 4? Yep. I have the factory manuals for Golf/Jetta covering both the Mk3 (1993-1999) and Mk4 (1999-early 2005), and the specifications for the 2.0 engines (Mk3 & Mk4) say 4.2 qts. As a matter of fact, having owned VWs for 25 years (including a 1975 Scirocco and 1987 Golf GT), that amount hasn't changed much over the years. ... Read More...

Volkswagen Jetta Maintenance and Repair

Re: '96 Jetta - Engine Breakdown- Coil or Fuel Pump Problem? Please Help! [

Written by: 600kgolfgt on Nov 14, 2006 00:15 PM

The same thing happened to me with my 1997 when I first purchased it. Check the coil for cracks (common for the 1993-1998 model year VWs with the 2.0L 4-cylinder). If a crack is visible, replace the coil. I purchased a new coil for my 1997 and installed it. Problem solved. Read More...

Re: Radio "SAFE" Message [jim106]

Written by: 600kgolfgt on Apr 30, 2005 08:57 AM

This has happened to me before in my 1997 Jetta. Here's what you need to do: There's a special security code that you need to activate the radio. There should be a pamplet specific to your radio in one of the sleeves of your owner's manual with the instructions on how to reactivate your radio. For the radio code, you will need to go to the nearest VW dealer and they will ... Read More...

Strange turn signal problem on 1993 Volkswagen Jetta

Written by: seadour on Oct 19, 2003 04:49 PM

Hi all-- I just bought a used 1993 VW Jetta III last July, and since a few days ago it has started doing something very strange: When I apply even the slightest pressure to my brake pedal, and the turn signal is on, it immediately stops working. Once I take my foot off the pedal, it works fine again. So, as you can tell, it is becoming an annoying problem, especially at ... Read More...

Volkswagen Jetta 2005 and earlier

adg44 and everyone

Written by: justin on Apr 30, 2003 08:00 AM

Cabrio has a worse reliability record than my Jettas did? not possible, believe me. yep, the Cabrio is DATED as heck. the interior is so old school. but, coupled with the boxy exterior, it has charm to me. i mean, really, the Cabrio goes back to what, 1993? and even in that redesign, it didn't really look different from the A1 and A2 Rabbit ragtops. i guess i like that. ... Read More...

hey guys

Written by: justin on Apr 29, 2003 06:59 PM

took forever to read these posts. nope, didn't buy the Miata. i really need heated seats and more room in the trunk. this is my only car. bought a used 2002 CABRIO. yep, i am part of the 2 slow crew now. one thing is for sure, i forgot how superior VW's base 4 speed adaptive auto tranny is to the 5 speed Tip. i don't miss the gear hunting in my Tip Jetta at all. this Cabrio drives ... Read More...