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89 Jetta heater core by Simplstupd
I posted earlier about a possible open recall on my Jetta's heater core. The dealer shows no open recalls. So I'm looking to replace it myself. I have Alldata, but am looking for some been-there-done-that advice. Any tricks to making this a smooth job? Does the A/C absolutely have to...
December 13th 04 02:05 AM
by Randolph Go to last post
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87 Volkswagen Quantum by GarlinDethfury
I recently purchaced a 1987 Volkswagen Quantum... the car was in good condition except had some mechanical problems... What I am running into right now is the car will not rev past 3000 rpm and has no power... it is also blowing black smoke out the back... when i got the car i repaced the Pugs...
October 4th 06 08:43 AM
by GarlinDethfury Go to last post
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Temporary blowby? by Jonny
I let the oil change interval go by too long. About a year, 6K miles. Normally speaking the oil never gets black as can be, just dirty looking. And, never lost a drop of oil. Last oil change had maybe 1.5 quarts in the pan, plus the filter contents. Oil was very black and thick. Lifters were...
August 8th 06 04:54 AM
by Lambert Moonen Go to last post
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1997 VW golf 2.0L auto trans problem by [email protected]
Car has 94K miles. It can be very slow to shift, the rpm can get to be over 4000, and when it does shift the car sometimes has a slight jolt. Other times it will drive fine with no trouble. Took it to Cottman's for a fluid change. The mechanic dd a test drive and refused to change the fluid...
May 14th 06 02:11 PM
by Peter Parker Go to last post
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Remote not working 2000 Jetta by tricia
Hey not really a dork here but just bought a 2000 Jetta last night and the remote worked fine setting the alarm and locking the doors.Went to open the trunk with remote today and it would not.Now the trunk will not even open with a key and the alarm wont set when I lock the doors which I have to do...
May 7th 06 08:55 PM
by Dan Hannah Go to last post
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Late 80's Cabriolet: removing convertible lock-down lever handles by [email protected]
I am troubleshooting a convertible top that won't close on my roomate's Cabriolet convertible (probably late 80's vintage). I want to remove the plastic trim pieces on both sides of the rear seat so I can see if something is hung up, and I need to remove the plastic handles from the lock-down...
September 16th 05 03:40 AM
by Papa Go to last post
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Using non VW oil filter? by [email protected]
Will using a non VW oli filter void my 100,000 powertrain warranty?
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August 27th 05 11:47 AM
by Woodchuck Go to last post
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VW Golf Stalling Problem by Alfaman
I have a 2000 VW Golf GLS 2.0, with 111k mi. It has developed an intersting problem. For a long while it had a rough idle when warm. It was a sort of gentle chug-chug when you stopped at a light or something. I just took it in for an oil change and now when I got it back, it idles alright, but...
July 31st 05 05:19 AM
by Alfaman Go to last post
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Long term Passat issues? by D&LBusch
I'm at that funny stage when I'm considering trading my 2004 1.8 Passat. 44,000 miles 5 speed. I may buy a Hybrid. What are the long term costs of keep the Passat? I've read that repairs as they age can be annoying and expensive. Thanks in advance. David
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January 29th 08 01:31 PM
by No Spam Please Go to last post
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Glow Plugs by Rob Guenther
What are the symptoms of a blown glow plug in a TDI engine? (1999.5 Golf TDI, 1.9L 90Hp) - Should I see the glow plug light coming on while driving, or flashing? (does neither) My glowing period in these really cold winter days is getting to be (seems like) close to 20 seconds, and I leave the car...
January 23rd 05 01:30 AM
by Tundra Wookie Go to last post
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'02 passat rear brake help by tom misiak
Hi, I have a gls wagon. After removing the caliper, I tried turning the piston clockwise. After many turns with no results, I turned the piston about a revolution counterclockwise. This, unfortunately, pushed the piston out quite a bit more than where I started at. I then learned about the...
January 3rd 05 03:47 PM
by Charlie Giannetto Go to last post
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97 Jetta TDI - How Much 2 Tow by K. E. Loyd
Howdy, I may be moving this summer and have found a Uhaul hitch for my '97 Jetta TDI, 148k hwy miles, original clutch in good shape. The class 1 hitch says it has a max weight of 2000 lbs and max tongue weight of 200 lbs. Here are my 2 questions: 1. What can I get away with? Have any of you...
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June 18th 05 07:33 PM
by Rob Guenther Go to last post
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A3 Jetta with VW Premieum Sound System by Lee
My car has the VW Premieum Sound System with the tape deck with cd changer controls. Thinking of chaning the deck but I was told by the local stereo shop the stock amp will need to be disconnected. so I was wondering what others have done. do you just remove the stock amp and put in your own...
March 8th 05 02:17 AM
by John Go to last post
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Golf Mk 5 Idling problems by jam
I have just purchased a Golf Mk5 2.0 FSI in Perth Australia. The engine shudders like it is misfiring when idling and I have been told by the dealer this is because the engine management system runs the car lean as poss to reduce emisssions. I am running it on 98 oct BP Ultimate which is the...
December 21st 04 01:20 PM
by Oskari Go to last post
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Help with Ross Tech Vag Com by SheaNC
I am trying to get this Ross Tech vag com thing to work with my laptop as a code scanner. I am using it with a 2000 New Beetle. It says I have to test it before I can use it, and when I try to test it, all I get is an error message "interface not found". Or, it locks up with the "hourglass"...
September 12th 07 02:53 AM
by dave AKA vwdoc1 Go to last post
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WTB: Armrest Kit For an 04 Jetta by grifty
Willing to pay a fair price. Prefer cloth or velour. Need asap.
August 17th 06 04:19 PM
by grifty Go to last post
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JETTA GLS WAGON 2002 2.0 SAVE Warranty FREE SHIP by ?
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June 15th 05 05:49 PM
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Will a 190 mm friction disk fit into a VW Fox? by T
Working with what is at hand I wonder if the items in the subject line will fit, spline wise? TBerk
February 7th 05 11:58 AM
by T Go to last post
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Plastic shield under engine on 2000 Golf by Ted
My son drove my Golf into a ditch today. There was no real damage except from the tow truck. His chain bent up a panel and he ripped off a plastic shield under the engine. There is a plastic part that attaches to the bottom the front bumper. Another plastic part attaches to that plastic part and...
December 20th 05 07:49 AM
by Tom Zurrick Go to last post
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Older car insurance by William J. Leary Jr.
A number of folks here own older VW's. Some of us have paid over book value for hard to find ones in very good condition, and then spent even more to restore them mechanically and cosmetically. But, when one of these is in an accident the insurance company goes by book value or, if they're...
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June 4th 06 02:53 AM
by William J. Leary Jr. Go to last post
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