05 What is VWs part numbering scheme?
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This article is from the VW Technical FAQ, by with numerous contributions by Jan Vandenbrande others.
05 What is VWs part numbering scheme?
A: Each part number is composed of nine numbers in three groups, followed
optionally with a letter suffix (taken from WolfSport's catalog):
vvv ggg ppp [s]
vvv: Vehicle type ggg: PRIMARY INDEX
171 = R/G I 100-199 = Engine/Cooling/Clutch
161 = Jetta I 200-299 = Exhaust, Fuel Tank
165 = Jetta II 300-399 = Transmission/Transaxle
261 = 16V GTI 400-499 = Front Axle/Suspension
531 = Scirocco I 500-599 = Rear Axle
535 = Scirocco II 600-699 = Brake
155 = Convertible 700-799 = Cables, Bumpers and Foot control
191 = Golf 800-899 = Body/Interior
900-999 = Electrical, ignition, fuel injection
ppp: Individual Part Number s: Suffix, optional
The primary index and the part number are the most important numbers
because many of the cars share the same parts. So do not be surprised to
see a 171-Rabbit type part in a Jetta.
Note that some part numbers are exclusively related to certain parts
of the car. For example, vvv = 020 are related to the transmission,
vvv = 056 common oil filter.
Note: This is scheme has been in use since the Beetle days (111 - Standard
Beetle - LHD) but I leave that for the [A] FAQ. AUDI uses the same scheme
as well (?).
CHEMICALS
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NOTE:
This section lists some of the more useful chemicals to use on cars.
Be aware that many of these chemicals are harmful if used improperly and
could result in stripped paint, rubber becoming brittle, up to poisoning,
cancer and death.
Dispose of them environmentally!
See also the section of Waxing for body care chemicals.
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