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1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: Trunk will not open at all

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 18:15:15 -0700

I have a 2003 VW Beetle Convertible. The trunk latch is broken. I cannot open the trunk with remote or key. I opened the rear seat to gain access to the trunk, reach my arm in and the latch is broken. I know this because when I pull on the latch mechanism, it's frozen, will not move at all. Any suggestions on how to get into trunk when latch is broken in the closed position?

⟐ Commented December 17, 2025 at 18:15 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: Brake and abs light and buzzer on.

Sun, 21 May 2023 01:08:10 -0700

Brake and abs dash lights on, tried to reset by battery disconnect, checked brake fluid resivour. New brakes on car.

⟐ Commented May 21, 2023 at 1:08 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: 2005 Beetle trunk will not open

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:12:51 -0700

It will not open with the switch or remote

⟐ Edited October 27, 2023 at 11:12 MST

2006-2010 Volkswagen Beetle: How to replace headlight bulb of vw beetle 2010

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:27:47 -0700

how to replace headlight bulb of rigjht side of vw beetle 2010 convertible.

my car does not working high and lower beam.

I follow the introduction. First, I try replace high beam easily. But I can not relace lower beam. Beacuse, it is difficult to unmount the old lower bulb. Could you show me the way and do I have to change both bulbs. If not, it does not working? Thanks.

⟐ Edited October 27, 2023 at 11:27 MST

2006-2010 Volkswagen Beetle: ESP/ASR Light Repair or Service Required

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:13:44 -0700

What service or repair is needed for an ESP/ASR light on my 2009 beetle VW?

⟐ Edited October 27, 2023 at 11:13 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: Can't remove two bolts from oil pan in my 2000 VW Beetle

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:14:25 -0700

I am trying to replace my oil pan (bad drain plug threads) and I can not remove the two bolts closest to the transmission. I went and bought a wably #10 socket and it didn't help either. The socket extensions are blocked by the transmission case. Does anyone have any helpful tips?

⟐ Edited October 27, 2023 at 11:14 MST

2006-2010 Volkswagen Beetle: How do I remove and replace my brake booster?

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:31:32 -0700

I'm looking for details on 2007 Volkswagen New beetle for removal and replacement of the brake booster.

⟐ Edited October 27, 2023 at 11:31 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: Is there away to tune off check engine light on my car

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 17:45:12 -0700

The check engine light won't go off

⟐ Answer edited December 30, 2019 at 17:45 MST

Volkswagen New Beetle: What type of oil do I use for my 07 2.5 New Beetle?

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 08:27:34 -0700

What type of oil do I use for the 2.5 2007 New Beetle Convertible, and how do I remove the oil filter?

Is there a special type of oil filter wrench? Thank you.

⟐ Answer accepted November 01, 2018 at 8:27 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: There is transmission fluid or oil in my coolant resavoirore, where

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 22:47:06 -0700

Is this coming from, and how do I fix it?

⟐ Commented December 28, 2025 at 22:47 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: Windshield Wipers not working

Tue, 30 May 2023 01:56:46 -0700

So I bought a used 1998 VW, but the guy said he couldn't figure out the windshield wipers, but he bought a new motor for it. So it's in there, but the wires are just loose in the engine bay and I'm not sure what to do?

⟐ Commented May 30, 2023 at 1:56 MST

2006-2010 Volkswagen Beetle: How do I adjust my headlights on my 2009 VW Beetle?

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 03:53:56 -0700

How do I adjust my headlights on my 2009 VW Beetle?

⟐ Answered September 26, 2022 at 3:53 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: Water in passenger footwell

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 11:31:07 -0700

Hi,

Hopefully someone can help,

My wife has a 2002 Beetle, there is no sunroof, I have removed the front plastic at the bottom of the front window and drains are clear and working well, I did notice when pouring water down the passenger door window it was draining out of the bottom of the door and away but there was quite a trickle coming out at the door hinge rubber, is this meant to happen? I have the door panel off but haven’t taken the internal workings of the door off, I didn’t really want to do that if this isn’t the cause, I am a bit of a novice and youtube can only get me so far, has anyone had a similar issue or similar experience with any other cars, any info would be great, look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks

Philip

⟐ Edited October 27, 2023 at 11:31 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: I have a p1580 code

Sat, 24 Jul 2021 15:00:40 -0700

What does the P1580 code mean ? my litle car has been fine and all of a sudden it doesn’t want to keep running, it is running rough,and I am confused as to why it has this code

⟐ Answer edited July 24, 2021 at 15:00 MST

2006-2010 Volkswagen Beetle: How do I get AUX input out of the body of the car?

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 08:59:55 -0700

The AUX input has been knocked inside the body on the inside of the car. Does anyone know how I can get it out?

⟐ Answer accepted February 01, 2020 at 8:59 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: I have to release the gas pedal for the car to shift into gear.

Sun, 29 Dec 2019 15:28:53 -0700

I installed a new timing belt on a 2004 vw beetle 2.0 non turbo and the teeth lines on the cam and crank seem right of what I can identify on these lines and I have to release the gas pedal for the car to shift into gear. Any clue what the issue is. Now I have a code popping up saying the car isn’t reading the cam sensor and cylinder 4 is open which gives me a small miss at times but I did change my plugs while I did my timing and water pump so guessing I damaged the wires or coil acting dumb. I never had any of these issues before the car broke down. I got lucky the timing belt lost teeth which made the motor stop while sitting at idle and luckily saved my motor I believe. It drives good if I barely hit the gas pedal driving and also allows it to shift but as soon as I put power to it it’s want shift into the next gear. Scared I’m gonna really tear this car up after investing a lot of money into it. I know once I do get it fixed I have sold so def need to figure out an answer ASAP.

⟐ Answered December 29, 2019 at 15:28 MST

2006-2010 Volkswagen Beetle: Radiator part is alot

Wed, 27 May 2026 16:21:44 -0700

What tools do you need to replace the radiator and hose? Also what is the right radiator part looks like when looking it up to buy? Since they look alike yet doesn't fit my year 2009 and the one that says it fit doesnt look like it was the one I removed.

⟐ Answer edited May 27, 2026 at 16:21 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: How to replace starter in 1999 New beetle?

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:48:06 -0700

I just need to know how to replace the starter in my beetle along with were I can get one for fairly cheap.

⟐ Answered April 13, 2026 at 19:48 MST

2006-2010 Volkswagen Beetle: How to replace rear passenger side window regulator cable

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 15:16:50 -0700

The cable for the passenger side rear window needs to be replaced. 2008 beetle convertible. The motor still works (can hear it). how to replace it?

⟐ Commented December 24, 2025 at 15:16 MST

1998-2005 Volkswagen Beetle: 2000 VW New beetle. Tail lights don't work?

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:10:47 -0700

I tried the fuse box on side of dash. No luck, changed bulbs, looked at wiring? I have brake lights and blinkers all work fine? Just no tail lights. Of course with head lights on?

⟐ Answered October 29, 2025 at 19:10 MST