1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf AutomaticTransmission Control Unit Replacement

Written By: Matt Newsom

1999-2004 Volkswagen Golf Automatic Transmission Control Unit Replacement

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TOOLS:Phillips #2 Screwdriver (1)

Flathead Screwdriver (1)

Socket Wrench (1)

Offset Screwdriver (1)

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Step 1 — Plastic Rain Tray

Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver toremove the four screws.

Step 2

Remove the rubber gasket from therain tray.

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Step 3

Lift the tray upwards and away fromthe vehicle.

Step 4 — Windshield Wipers

Use a flathead screwdriver toremove the cap from the windshieldwiper.

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Step 5

Use a socket wrench to release thepassenger-side windshield wiperlocking nut.

Step 6

Gently lift up the passenger-side windshield wiper.

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Step 7

Remove the driver-side windshieldwiper in the same fashion.

Step 8 — Automatic Transmission Control Unit

Lift up the plastic cover.

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Step 9

Use an offset Phillips screwdriver to remove a screw in the back of the automatic control unitcover.

In a pinch, you can make this tool with a phillips driver bit and end wrench.

Step 10

Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver toremove the front two screws.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Step 11

Gently unplug and lift out the automatic transmission control unit.

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