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whenever this check light is turned on a fault code for the problem that caused the powertrain control module (computer controller) to turn on the check engine light sets a fault code in its memory, this code is key to finding the problem, u can have the system checked for free by any Kragen, Autozone or other discount parts store like them, get the code(s) and post them back here and we will try and give you the answer to what is wrong.
Your 2005 VW Golf has a timing belt and not a chain.
Most importantly, your VW has what's called an interference engine.
If th eblt breaks, it will allow the valve to collide with the pistons and you will have major damage.
Be very careful to replace the belt on or before the manufacturer's recommended replacement interval.
VW originally recommended 60k miles or 5 years but that in 2004 or 2005 they changed that to 40k miles or 3 years after seeing belts (and therefore pistons and valves) go pop after about 45k.
Best thing to do is to undo the engine mounts and lift the engine up. You can use an ond seat belt and a strong peice of wood that will fit accross the engine bay. You can use a tie-down ratchet as well to lift up the engine as it will make things easier. then you'll have more room to remove the pan. Cheers.
I have a 2001 VW Cabrio with most of the same codes (P0411, P0103, P1225-1228, P1451, P1425 and P1472) I've read that replacing the fuel pump relay (about $4 online? http://www.jcwhitney.com/replacement-oe-replacement-fuel-pump-relay/p3068141.jcwx?TID=8000000-01VoCaRep1071035&origin=pla&JCW=1&JCW_SRC=PPC&VSID=d50606y2001j1&gclid=CIyYu5TDhrICFcV7Qgodcy8AoA ) should clear at least P1225-1228, P1425 and P1472 (just haven't tried it yet ( http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090114121750AAnyeAj )) I know this is an old post but hopefully someone reads this and can help, I'll be checking this page evey so often with my fingers crossed, thanks.
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