Can I put a 1998 VW Golf Mk 4 2.0 in a 2002 VW Golf GL 2.0 with a 5 speed?

Asked by Mikes61Willys May 03, 2023 at 11:46 PM about the 2002 Volkswagen Golf GL 2dr

Question type: Car Customization

Is the tranny bolt pattern the same or do I need an tranny adapter and is wiring



harness compatible?

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Ed92626 answered 11 months ago

I can't address the compatibility of the harness, but I can say that you should never install an earlier engine in modern cars. You could move all the computers and modules to adapt the older engine, but no one with a brain is going to do that. Find a mechanic who knows old VWs and he'll have sources for engines. A proper replacement would likely cost less than you think and won't cause problems in the rest of the car due to a computer conversion.

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