Do you need adapters.
Do i need a special floor jack vw mk5 gti.
Vw gti 2006 09 hot tip.
Where do you start.
The video above shows you where the jack and jack kit is located in your gti how to assemble the components of the jack kit and safety precautions to take when using your jack.
What modifications are out there.
Yes the ideal thing is to use my huge floorjack on a front or rear central strong location lift 24 and put the jack stands under the vw prescribed jack points.
The mk4 jetta station wagon and sedan was sold in canada for the 2006 model year the mk4 golf and gti were replaced in mid 2006 by the rabbit and mk5 gti.
I will see what jedidub gets back from them about the beetle.
I havnt had any issues with my electrical system.
It s quick reliable practical and easily modified for extra go.
It can show up at a race track one day and your mates flashy wedding the next day and fit right in at.
I have no issues or space issues.
In mid 2005 vw released the mk5 jetta which replaced the mk4 jetta in the u s.
If i really need more room i ll just take my box out.
There is a flat piece of the frame next to the rear jack point but it s way too close to simultaneously have both there.
Where do you put jack pads.
The mk 5 volkswagen golf gti is one of the best selling hot hatches of all time and with good reason.
I do not reccomend putting anything where your spare tire goes because you need your spare tire.
You should be fine.
On top of all that and the ace up the golf s sleeve is that it s classless.
Watch i go outside and my car is on fire.
Jacking up your 2016 volkswagen gti is can be dangerous if done incorrectly.
Want to modify your vw.
Stack the wheels under the car as an added safety measure.
Thank you guys a great bunch of good info.
I bet i will need the ecs pads no matter what so im looking into that as well.
I recently raised.
Up until now all i have done is the exhaust and oil changes and have had access to a roll on lift now i need to rotate the rubbers on my fast but after looking under the car theres aero plastic stuff everywhere where do you put the jack pads without breaking anything.
This is the best jack i have ever used and while you do not need to purchase this jack you should never use the jack provided with the car unless it is in road side emergencies.
Buy and use a good jack and proper jack stands.
Jetta gti and rabbit this is the a chassis but now in the 5th generation hence the mk5 designation.
The mk5 gti is a strong platform to begin with.
If you are interested in upgrading to either go faster sit lower or sound better this guide will give you some general direction.
Most volkswagen jack kits include the jack a jack handle and a lug nut wrench.
