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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999GTI (1W1) V6-2.8L (AAA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSDATA LINK CONNECTORDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1W1) V6-2.8L (AAA)
Data Link Connector: Description and Operation
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1W1) V6-2.8L (AAA)SECTION Description and Operation
Resistor For Controling Electronic Interference
NOTE: Vehicles with automatic transmission only.
Jetta from VM 049 899
Golf from VM 048 289
Controls electronic interference between control modules through Data Link Connector (DLC) circuit.

A Connector (Black)
B Connector (red or white)
1 Adaptor housing for TV connectors
2 Data Link Connector (DLC) junction box (T44)
3 Fuse/relay panel
4 Resistor
NOTE: Vehicles with automatic transmission only.
Jetta from VM 049 899
Golf from VM 048 289
Controls electronic interference between control modules through Data Link Connector (DLC) circuit.
A Connector (Black)
B Connector (red or white)
1 Adaptor housing for TV connectors
2 Data Link Connector (DLC) junction box (T44)
3 Fuse/relay panel
4 Resistor
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.