The Golf Mk4 was first introduced in August 1997, followed by a notchback version (VW Bora or, in North America, again VW Jetta) in August 1998 and a new Golf Variant (estate) in March 1999.
1997-2003 Volkswagen Golf Hood / Bonnet Opening Procedure
Air Filter
Automatic Transmission Control Unit
Front Windshield Wipers
Partial Power Steering Fluid Change
Plastic Rain Tray
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