MK5 Golf GTI

Re: Brembo Xtra or Genuine VW Discs and Pads?
Last Poster: Husy in Mk5 General Area on Yesterday at 08:38:59 pm

Thanks for the advice, really appreciate it! The drilled Brembo Xtra discs definitely look better, and they’re about £200 cheaper than what the VW dealer quoted for OEM’s. Not too sure about Pagid or ATE’s though.

Brembo Xtra or Genuine VW Discs or Pads - MK5 Golf GTi
Last Poster: Husy in How to Guides / Troubleshooting on Yesterday at 03:10:59 pm

Hi everyone, I’m looking at upgrading to Brembo Xtra discs and pads all around on my 2008 Golf GTI. Has anyone here tried them before? Are they worth it, or would you recommend sticking with genuine VW discs and pads instead? Any advice or tips would be greatly appreciated!

VW MK5 2009 model with a BWA engine petrol and its automatic
Last Poster: okechokech in Mk5 General Area on July 05, 2025, 02:15:37 pm

i have a vw 2009 model it has a BWA engine which is a 2 litre petrol and the vehicle its automatic. nbsp its VIN is wvwzzz1kz9m307742. nbsp the car has a problem of fan the fan isnt kicking in in time and also its very slow kicking even when it kicks in very slow power and then stops. kicks in again then stops. am suspecting the fuses are rearranged badly and i have tried to go everywher

Re: Interesting p0299 issue
Last Poster: GVK in How to Guides / Troubleshooting on July 05, 2025, 12:59:30 am

I have heard of internal leak from rocker cover before, was the actual cam cover.

Re: rough idle/misfire without fault code
Last Poster: generalen15 in Mk5 General Area on July 04, 2025, 08:22:54 pm

Quote from: ZoliWorks on July 04, 2025, 05:14:40 pm

Open VCDS and look for misfires. See which cylinders are doing it and how often. Measuring Blocks 14-15-16

will take a look there, but shouldnt it give misfire code if it counting them?

Re: Golf 5 Variant: Highline MFD + MFSW + Cruise Control Retrofit Help Needed
Last Poster: ZoliWorks in Mk5 General Area on July 03, 2025, 09:00:55 pm

Oh yah, I forgot to mention. The scirocco clocks need specific ABS pumps. If you have an older one or one that'#039s not compatible, you'#039ll need to change that too.

Have a read through this post https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,112537.0.html

Mk5 ABS pumps that work with

Re: What did you and your MKV do today?
Last Poster: Marticus in Mk5 General Area on July 03, 2025, 08:57:54 pm

Quote from: skkane on July 03, 2025, 08:54:53 pm

I got them from here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006821485910.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.5.32b31802RaDno8

Used this post as a guide for cleaning the paddle contact points: https://www.vwvortex.com/threads/dsg-paddle-shifters-working-intermittently-implausible-signal-

Re: Cold start issues - LPFP, HPFP, Injectors replacement - Results
Last Poster: ZoliWorks in Mk5 General Area on July 03, 2025, 08:46:59 pm

I havent touched the vac pump and no ETA when I'#039ll get to it as I was busy fitting S3 brakes front and back and refreshing the turbo with an anti surge core. I'#039ve replaced the 3 plastic rings around the VVT adjuster but no difference. I have massive misfires on cyl 3 when idle. It sometimes logs 20, sometimes 80 before it reset. My camshafts look worn out, pitted and rusted so la

Re: Marticus' Red GTI
Last Poster: Marticus in Members Rides on July 03, 2025, 03:18:12 pm

Updates updates.

So after loosing oil pressure during a track day some 8 months ago, I have been saving money and deciding how to proceed. I spend a long time with my heart set on buying a CDL block but after looking at a lot of expensive engines with no guarantee, or service history. Or '#039rebuilt'#039 engines that seem to have been assembled from random used parts and chea

Re: Horrible 4 spoke steering wheel…replacement options??
Last Poster: michaeldouglas72 in Cosmetic/Interior Modifications on July 02, 2025, 10:41:25 am

Can you send me a pic?

Re: Headliner Material
Last Poster: Andy in Mk5 General Area on June 30, 2025, 08:07:25 pm

https://www.facebook.com/share/1HLHGCoWyp/

Speak to this lady who does them

Brake pads - which type?
Last Poster: slipd in Mk5 General Area on June 30, 2025, 07:19:03 am

Hi guys,

Is there a way of finding out which brake pads you have? I notice on most of the part sites that there are a couple of variants. I've got a standard, 1.6 FSi BLF.

Thanks!

Auxiliary in port ???
Last Poster: NDGTI in How to Guides / Troubleshooting on June 28, 2025, 03:11:23 pm

Hi all
2005 gti…. OEM car stereo with cd changer in arm rest
Could someone let me know IF and where, I’d find an AUX in port

Thanks

Re: Air con not working - does the compressor stop working if sensor is dodgy?
Last Poster: dave1814 in Mk5 General Area on June 26, 2025, 08:21:05 pm

ah good call - ill try that before replacing

Re: Cold Air Intake Fitted - Too Loud? (help)
Last Poster: RedRobin in Mk5 General Area on June 24, 2025, 06:43:28 pm

Quote from: dennis10 on June 24, 2025, 03:26:46 pm

I have an Edition30 GTI and enjoy modding, but I just didn'#039t want the noises and hassle associated with swapping out for an aftermarket one (including fuel trims and the fact the EA113 is an ugly ass engine which needs the nice OEM cover over it) - it only really works well on naturally aspirated

Re: Red 08 ed30 near Blandford
Last Poster: RedRobin in Spotted on June 24, 2025, 10:01:36 am

Always feels good when another enthusiast gives you a thumbs-up.

I often(-ish) drive past Blandford. That A354 to and from Salisbury is a good fast road when traffic conditions allow.

Re: Black With Gold Wheels - Shipley Kawasaki
Last Poster: RedRobin in Spotted on June 24, 2025, 09:54:57 am

I would love to see any photos because I have a red Mk5 GTI with gold wheels (OZ Alleggerita) and R32 rear bumper.

No photos are showing.

Re: MK6 clocks into MK5 - ABS Pump
Last Poster: RedRobin in Mk5 General Area on June 24, 2025, 09:25:35 am

Very interesting thread and thanks for posting the finished result!

I have always disliked the Mk5 GTI instruments because they are so difficult to read!! Obviously the rev counter is easy to read and I can hear the revs anyway. My solution to the speedo is to have a Road Angel with digital display in line-of-sight centrally at the base of the windscreen. The OEM speedo

Re: The MK5/6 Wheel thread!
Last Poster: Andy in Mk5 General Area on June 23, 2025, 08:54:54 pm

Still looking excellent Robin

Re: Forum Donations 2024/2025
Last Poster: Marticus in Announcements on June 23, 2025, 07:39:36 pm

Donation made. We can't let the forum die, not going to get this level of knowledge and information anywhere else, especially not on more recent social media like reddit or insta.

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