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Where is the VW Golf Plus engine control unit located?
Years 2003-2008

Answer

The engine management control unit of the Volkswagen Golf 5 series is located immediately under the windshield, in a central position: to be able to reach it, the plastic band must be practically removed, also removing the wiper blades.
Posted on: 9 July 2020 by ScegliAuto

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