2004 Volkswagen Beetle Volkswagen Beetle 2004

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2004 Volkswagen Beetle repairs by problem area

Engine (43%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (29%)

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2004 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Hatch

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

146000 mi

US $60
Engine Cylinder 4 misfire. The codes usually pop up on wet or rainy days. Replaced the coil pack and ignition wirings to the spark plugs. Spark plugs are changed 3 years ago and still in good condition. 

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2004 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

132000 mi

US $600
Replaced muffler and resonator due to exhaust pipe failure 

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2004 Volkswagen Beetle 2dr Convertible

115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

70000 mi PRNDL switch repair 

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2004 Volkswagen Beetle Engine Problems

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