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WVWKG61J74D128538

2004 VOLKSWAGEN R32

Vehicle Summary

The 2004 Volkswagen R32 is a hatchback with a powerful 3.2L V6 engine producing 240 hp. Manufactured by Volkswagen AG in Bratislava, Slovakia, it features a 2-door design and is equipped with airbags in the first row for both the driver and passenger, including curtain and side airbags. This model is tailored for the U.S. market and runs on gasoline, fitting within the Class 1 weight category. It also boasts emission certifications compliant with the 50-State/Canada BIN 9/Lev I standards.

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Make

VOLKSWAGEN

Model

R32

Year

2004

Engine

3.189000L

Complete Specifications

25 specs

Destination Market U.S.

Make VOLKSWAGEN

Manufacturer Name VOLKSWAGEN AG

Model R32

Model Year 2004

Plant City BRATISLAVA

Vehicle Type PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country SLOVAKIA

Body Class Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback

Doors 2

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Engine Number of Cylinders 6

Displacement (CC) 3189

Displacement (CI) 194.604719918

Displacement (L) 3.189000

Fuel Type - Primary Gasoline

Engine Brake (hp) From 240

Other Engine Info 50-St./Can. BIN 9/Lev I emission. Emissions Certification Test Group: 4VWXV03.2220

Engine Manufacturer Volkswagen

Seat Belt Type Manual

Other Restraint System Info Active Seat Belt

Curtain Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Front Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Known Issues for This Vehicle

Oil leaks

Common in older vehicles, especially around valve covers and oil pans due to gasket wear.

Ignition coil failure

Misfires and poor engine performance can occur when ignition coils fail.

Timing chain issues

Stretching or failure of the timing chain can lead to poor engine performance and potentially severe engine damage.

Mass air flow (maf) sensor failure

Can cause rough idling, poor fuel economy, and engine stalling.

Coolant leaks

Potential leaks from water pumps or radiator hoses can lead to overheating.

Carbon buildup

Direct injection engines like the one in the R32 are prone to carbon buildup on intake valves, impacting performance.

Crankshaft position sensor failure

Can cause the engine to stall or not start at all.

Fuel pump failure

Leads to engine stalling, rough running, or failure to start.

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