Golf 1J Noises When Turning: Diagnosis & Repair (Solution)

Transmission assembly 02J.
Noises coming from the front of the vehicle during cornering (due to weight transfer, primarily on the left).

Affected vehicle identification numbers:
Bis 1JX W 050 833.
Bis 1JX B 010 454
Bis 1JX D 009 979
Bis 1JX P 061 099.


Cause:
The screws on the left-hand gearbox console are loose.

Solution:
Replace the existing fastening screws with new screws, part number N 104 062.02 (M 10 x 80), which are micro-encapsulated. Tighten them to 50 Nm plus 90 degrees.

In the event of a complaint, please also check the threads inside the transmission housing for any damage beforehand.