1998 Volkswagen Jetta LX from North America - Comments

Hi

I have a 1997 Jetta with a problem with the alarm system. The battery died and when I replaced it the alarm went off. You are supposed to be able to stop the alarm with the key unlocking either the driver or passenger side doors. I have tried this several times without success. Any suggestions on how to disable the alarm or get rid of the alarm permanently?

I currently drive a 98 Jetta. It is my 5th new VW (77 Rabbit, 80 carburated Rabbit C, 81 Rabbit GL, 89 Jetta Wolfsburg, 98 Jetta GLS). It will probably be my last VW, even though I love to drive them and think VW's styling is a hit. My last purchase was a 05 Ford Escape Limited, the first domestic car I have bought. I love it, even if it doesn't corner like my Jetta.

I am having many of the problems listed above, but have never had alarm problems to date. As I write this, my Jetta is in the shop having the ignition switch replaced. Since the change from daylight savings time, I have been hurrying home from work so as not to risk driving in the dark without headlights. Besides the lights, the A/C and wipers don't work unless I keep my hand on the key. Not easy to do and shift through the gears. Only the driver's door window will work all the time. The other three work on occasion.

Like I said before, this Jetta will be my last VW, even though my daughter keeps telling me she wants a Jetta. I do not allow her to drive mine because of the problems.