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1995 Volkswagen Jetta Problems

High Mileage Automatic Transmissions May Have Shifting Problems

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Shifting issues due to internal problems in high mileage automatic transmissions can be difficult to resolve without transmission replacement.

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Power Window May Fail Due to Window Regulator

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One or more power windows may fail. Our technicians tell us this is commonly due to a failed window regulator which will require replacement.

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Reverse Gear Failures and/or Noise From Manual Transmission

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Reverse gear failures and noise in the manual transmission models are common.

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Difficult to Diagnose Electrical Issues Are Typically Due to Ground Issues

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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.

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Engine Overheating Due to Damaged Water Pump Impeller

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A damaged water pump impeller may cause an engine overheating condition. Our technicians tell us the repair should include replacement of the water pump, thermostat, and flushing the cooling system.

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Wrong Anti-Freeze/Coolant May Cause Heater Core Leaks

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Heater core leaks are common in this model, more so if the wrong anti-freeze/coolant is used in the cooling system.

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Coolant Leak From Oil Filter Housing O-ring

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A coolant leak may develop after oil filter replacement. The coolant o-ring seal can be damaged if the oil filter housing turns when removing or installing the oil filter. The recommended procedure is to hold the filter housing when tightening or loosening the oil filter.

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