Shifting issues due to internal problems in high mileage automatic transmissions can be difficult to resolve without transmission replacement.
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Most reported 1994 Volkswagen Golf problems
Reverse Gear Failures and/or Noise From Manual Transmission
Reverse gear failures and noise in the manual transmission models are common.
24 Reports
Power Window May Fail Due to Window Regulator
One or more power windows may fail. Our technicians tell us this is commonly due to a failed window regulator which will require replacement.
16 Reports
Difficult to Diagnose Electrical Issues Are Typically Due to Ground Issues
Electrical issues that are difficult to diagnose—and sometimes intermittent—are typically due to ground wiring issues. The most troublesome ground locations are under the battery or at the engine.
13 Reports
Coolant and Oil Leaks
An engine coolant leak may develop, most commonly from the water pump. The valve cover gasket is also prone to leaking engine oil.
12 Reports
Wrong Anti-Freeze/Coolant May Cause Heater Core Leaks
Heater core leaks are common in this model, more so if the wrong anti-freeze/coolant is used in the cooling system.
8 Reports
Ignition wires may break down and cause misfires
Ignition wire breakdown is common, resulting in misfires.
6 Reports
Extended crank time for cold engine due to glow plug failure
Glow plug failure is common and results in extended crank time when the engine is cold.
5 Reports
Correct Maintenance of Timing Belt
To ensure longevity of the engine, our technicians recommend to follow the maintenance schedule for the timing belt.
5 Reports
Vehicles Using Biofuels May Have Injection Pump Failures
Cars using biofuel typically have problems with injection pump failures; symptoms can include a "no start" condition or external pump leaks.
5 Reports
Check Engine Light Due to Oxygen and/or Coolant Temperature Sensor Fault
The Check Engine Light may illuminate as a result of a oxygen sensor and coolant temperature sensor fail. Replacement if the failed part will be necessary to correct this issue.
5 Reports
Shifting/Drivability Issues Due to Throttle Body Failure
Throttle body failure is not uncommon and can lead to shifting issues with the automatic transmission and other drivability concerns.
5 Reports
Hard starting due to coolant temp or oxygen sensor faults
Poor drivability symptoms—including hard starting—can be caused by coolant temperature sensor and oxygen sensor faults.
4 Reports
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