Jetta gti and rabbit this is the a chassis but now in the 5th generation hence the mk5 designation.
Do i need a special floor jack vw mk5 gti.
Buy and use a good jack and proper jack stands.
What modifications are out there.
Thank you guys a great bunch of good info.
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.
I do not reccomend putting anything where your spare tire goes because you need your spare tire.
Want to modify your vw.
You should be fine.
The mk 5 volkswagen golf gti is one of the best selling hot hatches of all time and with good reason.
I will see what jedidub gets back from them about the beetle.
If i really need more room i ll just take my box out.
Jacking up your 2016 volkswagen gti is can be dangerous if done incorrectly.
Most volkswagen jack kits include the jack a jack handle and a lug nut wrench.
In mid 2005 vw released the mk5 jetta which replaced the mk4 jetta in the u s.
I bet i will need the ecs pads no matter what so im looking into that as well.
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.
Stack the wheels under the car as an added safety measure.
Where do you start.
It s quick reliable practical and easily modified for extra go.
I have no issues or space issues.
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.
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.
Do you need adapters.
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.
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.
It can show up at a race track one day and your mates flashy wedding the next day and fit right in at.
Go with one 10 you dont want to much.
Perhaps i should lift at the front to place a jack stand at the rear but i don t know if that will lift my rear tire off the ground.
Vw gti 2006 09 hot tip.
If you are interested in upgrading to either go faster sit lower or sound better this guide will give you some general direction.
The mk5 gti is a strong platform to begin with.
Where do you put jack pads.
I havnt had any issues with my electrical system.
Maybe i need a jack that lifts higher but the one i have can barely fit under the car as.