Q: Was driving manaul transmission 03 vw golf. When I went to shift from 4th to 5th the gear didn't engage and after wouldn't engage

The exit lights come on when you exit your vehicle while it is dark out. You can customize how long these lights stay on with just a few steps: 1. Turn on the infotainment system. 2. Press the CONFIG button...

If you are saying the oil was never changed in 30k miles, then this would be the reason for the failure. A turbo engine needs normal oil changes (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/when-should-i-change-my-oil) about every 3k to 5k miles. The turbo gets extremely hot...

Sounds like the radio head unit is faulty. There are no serviceable parts, so replacement is the only option. You may want to enlist the help of a mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, to access the radio and pull...

Hello. I would first check to make sure that the volume, and mute/unmute buttons are functioning correctly by trying them on a different setting, perhaps the radio. This problem is commonly caused when the CD inserted into the vehicle is...

It is possible that the idle speed is out of adjustment. Many vehicles from the 1980s have adjustable idle speeds to improve power or fuel economy. I would recommend having the idle speed adjusted (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-idle-speed-is-high-inspection) to the factory specifications by...

The P0101 code (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/-p0101-obd-ii-trouble-code-mass-airflow-maf-circuit-operating-range-or-performance-problem-by-john-nelson) may be related to many other things aside from the mass air flow sensor such as: intake air leaks, dirty mass air filter, an open or shorted MAF sensor harness, or a poor connection involved with...

There vehicles are known for the intake manifold warping and having fuel injector problems at higher miles. The fuel trims can be checked while the engine is warm and spraying around the intake manifold gaskets to see if the trims...

Hello - there a number of possibilities for a "no start" condition (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/the-car-crank-but-won-t-start-by-emad): dead or weak battery, ignition switch, starter solenoid or motor. I would recommend a starting system inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-is-not-starting-inspection) by a mobile, professional mechanic, such as one from...

Hi Denise. Thanks for contacting us today. Typically, when you turn the key and get the clicking sound, it's due to one of three possible issues. Either the battery does not have enough cranking amps or cables are loose, an...