MK4 GTI Golf and Jetta 02j & 02M Ultimate Shift Bushing Kit

I couldn’t find a single kit that would solve all the shift related issues I was having, so I made one for myself.  I was so happy with how well it fixed the shifting that I spent the next year refining the designs and printing process.  I had a lot of people asking me to buy these kits, so I figured out a way to make it affordable for everyone.

I print each set in-house and test them to make sure the fitment is perfect. These are not drop-shipped.

These were all made for a 1.8t 02J transmission, but they also work with 02M applications.  There are some replacement parts, some upgraded parts, and some parts that I created specifically for this application.  This kit was made to be tight, not stiff.  It should always return to center, but takes a bit more force than OEM.  I still have link to cheaper parts as well as other brands like DieselGeek because I think there’s room for everyone in this space and it all comes down to individual needs.  The kit I designed will improve the OEM feel and fix your shifting for under $100.  If that’s what you need, then this is the kit for you.

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Cars that used the 02J transmission:
  • Volkswagen: Primarily used in the Golf, Jetta, New Beetle, and some variants of the Passat.
  • Audi: Common in the A3 and A4 models.
  • Seat: Found in models like the Ibiza and Leon.
  • Skoda: Installed in the Octavia and Fabia models.
Cabin-Side Bushing Kit

Engine-Side Bushing Kit

Order the Ultimate Shift Bushing Kit - By Xuuxij

* Xuuxij is my gamer tag and what I use for my personal brand.  This is the first product I’ve released under my brand, and I hope to continue to releasing MK4 Golf, 1.8t and 02J products.

Cabin-Side Bushings:
This kit includes 7 bushings for the cabin side of the shift tower housing.

Engine-Side Bushings:
This kit includes 2 cable-end bushing inserts as well as the slidey-boi. Make sure to get it all slippy before putting it in.

Full Kit: $75 + Shipping (Only 20 Available at this price)

Coming Soon

Solid Shift Link Selector Cup:
This is a single, solid bushing for the gear selector cup bushing.  I made this so that it’s a tight fit without being too grippy.  Eliminates a bit more of the wiggles.

Nylon Shift Knob:
This is a single, solid nylon shift knob. The stock knob was too tall, and had a bit of shaft play, so I made one to the same specs as OEM, but it eliminates a tiny bit more of the wiggles.

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Shift Selector Lining-Up Tool: $8
5mm Rod for lining up the shift selector. 250mm in length. I went through a bunch of “Close enough” rods until I got this and realized that it needs to be exactly the right size. These are cheap and work perfectly.

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MK4 GTI Golf and Jetta Replacement Parts List

This is a list of parts I’ve been acquiring to fix my 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8t .  Make sure to research each part before buying it.  These are links to legitimate vendors but please do you due diligence. I also included some 3D files necessary to print your own bushings and other accessories. This list is ongoing so it will be updated as I progress through my build.  If anything here is incorrect please met me know.  I don’t want to send anyone down the wrong path.

VAG Related Search Tools: Search thousands of VAG Web sites, VAG PR codes (factory option codes), BDII / VAG diagnostic trouble codes (DTC)
Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Instructions on what Bushings to Replace

Instructions on how to Adjust after Bushings are Replaced

Manual Shift Bushing Repair Kit – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDljf75
Shift Link Selector Cup Ball Holder Thing – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DnBxTjH
Complete Gear Shift Lever With Bushings – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DE1HkoL
Manual Transmission Shift Rod Bushing – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dd8ZCkj
Gearbox Shifter Cable End Bushing Set Repair Kit – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dd5d4bp
Shift Lever Bushing – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCMJxof
Shift Cable Connector (OE) – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DcuO4hV
Shift Cable Connector (Hard) – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DkqP9qj
MAF Mass Air Flow Sensor – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDW0NLV
Manifold Absolute Pressure MAP Sensor – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DD3enX5
Rubber Ring/Bushing For Shock Mount – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DEixBZp
Black Window Switch Control Panel – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DllaQMT
Interior Door Handle Panel Cover – https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdZ1Ad9

Shifting Components

Dieselgeek - Deluxe MK4 Shifter Bushing Kit

OE Part Number: Not Added Yet

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I don’t own any of these kits, but with how absolutely rock hard the DG fanboys get about this brand makes it hard to not feature at the top of the list.  This is a solid brand with a great reputation in the community.  They do their research and have all the videos you need to follow along yourself.  They are probably the reason the products below even exist as they are.  If you have the cash and don’t want to fuck around for a second longer than you have to, just get all your replacements from them.  

If you’re a sketchball like me and just want to get your car back on the road without breaking the bank, then the resto of these products might be of use to you.

Manual Shift Bushing Repair Set for VW Golf MK4 / Jetta MK4 - 7PC included

OE Part Number: Not Added Yet
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This kit included first gear bushing, cable end bushing and shift lever slider replacement all in one.

Fit the following car models: for Golf MK4 / Jetta MK4 / New Beetle / TT MK1

Shift cable end bushing saver repair kit for side-to-side & front-to-back cable ends to replace spongy rubber bushings

An improved & redesigned first gear getter bushing for replacement of stock worn shift lever bushing of 02J trans

Super solid shift lever slider design to replace stock worn white color shift lever white friction piece

All 7 pieces as shown in the picture

 

Shift Link Selector Cup Ball Holder Thing​

OE Part Number: Not Added Yet

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  • OE part
  • Brand new

 

Complete Gear Shift Lever With Bushings For VW 02J Manual Transmission MK4 NEW

OE Part Number: Not Added Yet

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  • Complete gear shift lever with all new bushings for VAG 02J manual transmission
  • OE part
  • Brand new
You can buy these separately if necessary

 

Manual Transmission Shift Rod Bushing

OE Part Number: 1J0711550

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  • OE part
  • Brand new
  • Hard Plastic
Items from Alternate Vendors

 

Gearbox Shifter Cable End Bushing Set Repair Kit

OE Part Numbers: 1K0711049Af / 1K0711265 / 1K0711266 1K0 / 1J0.711.266 / 1J0711265

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  • OE part
  • Brand new
You can buy each bushing separately if you need to

 

Shift Lever Bushing

OE Part Number: Not Added Yet

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  • OE part
  • Brand new
  • Hard Plastic
Schematic

 

Shift Cable Connector

OE Part Number: 1J0711761B, 1J0711761C

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  • OE part
  • Brand new
  • Original Ride Stiffness
Products From Other Vendors (Some Solid Bushings)

Sensors

MAF Mass Air Flow Sensor

OE Part Numbers: 06A906473A 06A906461N 06A906461LX 0280218063

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Material: Polyurethane
Color: Black

 

2.5 Bar Manifold Absolute Pressure MAP Sensor

OE Part Numbers: 038906051 038 906 051 0 281 002 177

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Pressure Range: 11-254 Kpa
Voltage limitation (mV): 250-4750 mv
Version with additional inte-grated temperature sensor

 

Oxygen Sensor (Front or Before the Cat)

OE Part Numbers: 258 007 351 0258007351 1K0998262D 234-5112

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5 wire

 

Oxygen Sensor (Back or After the Cat)

OE Part Numbers: 1K0998262Q

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4 wire

Other

Rubber Ring/Bushing For Shock Mount

OE Part Number: Not Added Yet

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Material: Polyurethane
Color: Black

 

Black Window Switch Control Panel

OE Part Number: Not Added Yet

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Fit For VW GOLF mk4 (1998-2006)  2 Door

 

Interior Door Handle Panel Cover

OE Part Number: Not Added Yet

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Condition:100% new

Material: Microfiber Leather

Color: Black with red/black/white/gray/blue line ( other stitching. please note or Email us.)

Package includes: 4pcs

Fitment: For VW Golf MK4 Bora Jetta 1998-2005 only for left hand drive

 

Interior Light Kit (13pc)

OE Part Number: Not Added Yet

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For Golf 4 MK4 (1999-2005) – 13pc
Front Dome & Map Light-3pc
Rear Dome & Map Light-2pc
Vanity Mirror Light-2pc
Trunk Light-1pc
Glove Box Light-1pc
Door Light-2pc
Extra light-2pc