2000 Passat what is DTC's P0306?

Yes what LG said, NGK
That Bosch FR7LDC is probably a copper based plug and it probably won't give
you the performance that you are looking for, but the Bosch should be cheap
plugs to buy! ;-)


"LG" > wrote in message
...
> VW part # 101-000-035-HJ
> NGK brand P/N: BKR6EKUB
> VW factory plugs for this engine are made by NGK.
>
> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
> ...
>> is FR 7 LDC+ the factory authorized spark plug?
>
>

when I go to order spark plugs online the part number is

BKR6EKUB

then when I add it to the cart the part number is

BKUR6ET-10

will this work or do I need the BKR6EKUB

also I checked with VW and the thermostat is not covered under warranty.

Also I should investigate the thermostat error, I had the radiator replaced
several months ago, I want to be sure that this is not an error that is
leftover from the time I had the radiator replaced, or maybe the system
wasn't bled correctly.

Thanks





"LG" > wrote in message
...
> VW part # 101-000-035-HJ
> NGK brand P/N: BKR6EKUB
> VW factory plugs for this engine are made by NGK.
>
> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
> ...
>> is FR 7 LDC+ the factory authorized spark plug?
>
>

Call up the place you are trying to order the spark plugs from and ask them!
Did you go here to order from?
http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volks...ectrical/192/6
Address:
Adirondack Auto Brokers Inc.
10 Corporate Drive
Halfmoon, NY 12065
Phone:
Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-6:00 PM EST
518-899-7807
Toll free 1-877-4GERMAN (1-877-443-7626)


Yes you should bleed the cooling system from the bleeder hose on the heater
hose. It is marked with a white line with a white circle.
What is the problem? No heat?



"Tube Audio" > wrote in message
...
> when I go to order spark plugs online the part number is
>
> BKR6EKUB
>
> then when I add it to the cart the part number is
>
> BKUR6ET-10
>
> will this work or do I need the BKR6EKUB
>
> also I checked with VW and the thermostat is not covered under warranty.
>
> Also I should investigate the thermostat error, I had the radiator
> replaced several months ago, I want to be sure that this is not an error
> that is leftover from the time I had the radiator replaced, or maybe the
> system wasn't bled correctly.
>
> Thanks
>
>
>
>
>
> "LG" > wrote in message
> ...
>> VW part # 101-000-035-HJ
>> NGK brand P/N: BKR6EKUB
>> VW factory plugs for this engine are made by NGK.
>>
>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> is FR 7 LDC+ the factory authorized spark plug?
>>
>>
>
>

I'll look into the cooling system this weekend.

Back to sparkplugs...

The NGK site has a search feature for plugs per car and this is what it came
up with

http://www.ngk.com/results_app.asp?AAIA=1359547

Iridium BKR6EIX
Platinum BKR6EGP
Multi Ground BKR6EQUP
V-Power BKR6E

which plug should I use? the multiground?



"dave AKA vwdoc1" > wrote in message
...
> Call up the place you are trying to order the spark plugs from and ask
> them!
> Did you go here to order from?
> http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volks...ectrical/192/6
> Address:
> Adirondack Auto Brokers Inc.
> 10 Corporate Drive
> Halfmoon, NY 12065
> Phone:
> Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-6:00 PM EST
> 518-899-7807
> Toll free 1-877-4GERMAN (1-877-443-7626)
>
>
> Yes you should bleed the cooling system from the bleeder hose on the
> heater hose. It is marked with a white line with a white circle.
> What is the problem? No heat?
>
>
>
> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
> ...
>> when I go to order spark plugs online the part number is
>>
>> BKR6EKUB
>>
>> then when I add it to the cart the part number is
>>
>> BKUR6ET-10
>>
>> will this work or do I need the BKR6EKUB
>>
>> also I checked with VW and the thermostat is not covered under warranty.
>>
>> Also I should investigate the thermostat error, I had the radiator
>> replaced several months ago, I want to be sure that this is not an error
>> that is leftover from the time I had the radiator replaced, or maybe the
>> system wasn't bled correctly.
>>
>> Thanks
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> "LG" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> VW part # 101-000-035-HJ
>>> NGK brand P/N: BKR6EKUB
>>> VW factory plugs for this engine are made by NGK.
>>>
>>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
>>> ...
>>>> is FR 7 LDC+ the factory authorized spark plug?
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

Multi-ground
Some combustion chamber designs (such as a rotary motor) require that the
spark plugs have the ground electrode placed to the side of the center
electrode rather than below as on a traditional plug (see photo). This
firing tip design tends to erode the tip of the ground electrode faster than
a traditional plug, erosion at these points creates a larger gap between the
center and ground electrodes causing plug misfire. Thus by having more
ground electrodes you extend plug life. It is important to note that
multi-ground does not mean multi-spark, there will still only be one spark
at a time. Therefore a multi-ground plug will not perform any better and may
actually perform worse than a traditional plug, unless the engine is
designed for a multiple ground plug.


IF I was choosing I would probably try the BKR6EIX (IX iridium)
OR the BKR6EGP (GP platinum)
That is if the ones you listed were the only choices. <g>

What are you looking for the spark plugs to do extra?


"Tube Audio" > wrote in message
news
> I'll look into the cooling system this weekend.
>
> Back to sparkplugs...
>
> The NGK site has a search feature for plugs per car and this is what it
> came up with
>
> http://www.ngk.com/results_app.asp?AAIA=1359547
>
> Iridium BKR6EIX
> Platinum BKR6EGP
> Multi Ground BKR6EQUP
> V-Power BKR6E
>
> which plug should I use? the multiground?
>
>
>
> "dave AKA vwdoc1" > wrote in message
> ...
>> Call up the place you are trying to order the spark plugs from and ask
>> them!
>> Did you go here to order from?
>> http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volks...ectrical/192/6
>> Address:
>> Adirondack Auto Brokers Inc.
>> 10 Corporate Drive
>> Halfmoon, NY 12065
>> Phone:
>> Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-6:00 PM EST
>> 518-899-7807
>> Toll free 1-877-4GERMAN (1-877-443-7626)
>>
>>
>> Yes you should bleed the cooling system from the bleeder hose on the
>> heater hose. It is marked with a white line with a white circle.
>> What is the problem? No heat?
>>
>>
>>
>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> when I go to order spark plugs online the part number is
>>>
>>> BKR6EKUB
>>>
>>> then when I add it to the cart the part number is
>>>
>>> BKUR6ET-10
>>>
>>> will this work or do I need the BKR6EKUB
>>>
>>> also I checked with VW and the thermostat is not covered under warranty.
>>>
>>> Also I should investigate the thermostat error, I had the radiator
>>> replaced several months ago, I want to be sure that this is not an error
>>> that is leftover from the time I had the radiator replaced, or maybe the
>>> system wasn't bled correctly.
>>>
>>> Thanks
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> "LG" > wrote in message
>>> ...
>>>> VW part # 101-000-035-HJ
>>>> NGK brand P/N: BKR6EKUB
>>>> VW factory plugs for this engine are made by NGK.
>>>>
>>>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
>>>> ...
>>>>> is FR 7 LDC+ the factory authorized spark plug?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

the BKR6EIX (IX iridium) and the BKR6EGP (GP platinum) are not multi
ground plugs

I am not looking for the plug to do anything eextra, I am just looking to
order plugs and opened a can of worms.

Thanks




"dave AKA vwdoc1" > wrote in message
...
> Multi-ground
> Some combustion chamber designs (such as a rotary motor) require that the
> spark plugs have the ground electrode placed to the side of the center
> electrode rather than below as on a traditional plug (see photo). This
> firing tip design tends to erode the tip of the ground electrode faster
> than a traditional plug, erosion at these points creates a larger gap
> between the center and ground electrodes causing plug misfire. Thus by
> having more ground electrodes you extend plug life. It is important to
> note that multi-ground does not mean multi-spark, there will still only be
> one spark at a time. Therefore a multi-ground plug will not perform any
> better and may actually perform worse than a traditional plug, unless the
> engine is designed for a multiple ground plug.
>
>
> IF I was choosing I would probably try the BKR6EIX (IX iridium)
> OR the BKR6EGP (GP platinum)
> That is if the ones you listed were the only choices. <g>
>
> What are you looking for the spark plugs to do extra?
>
>
> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
> news
>> I'll look into the cooling system this weekend.
>>
>> Back to sparkplugs...
>>
>> The NGK site has a search feature for plugs per car and this is what it
>> came up with
>>
>> http://www.ngk.com/results_app.asp?AAIA=1359547
>>
>> Iridium BKR6EIX
>> Platinum BKR6EGP
>> Multi Ground BKR6EQUP
>> V-Power BKR6E
>>
>> which plug should I use? the multiground?
>>
>>
>>
>> "dave AKA vwdoc1" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> Call up the place you are trying to order the spark plugs from and ask
>>> them!
>>> Did you go here to order from?
>>> http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volks...ectrical/192/6
>>> Address:
>>> Adirondack Auto Brokers Inc.
>>> 10 Corporate Drive
>>> Halfmoon, NY 12065
>>> Phone:
>>> Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-6:00 PM EST
>>> 518-899-7807
>>> Toll free 1-877-4GERMAN (1-877-443-7626)
>>>
>>>
>>> Yes you should bleed the cooling system from the bleeder hose on the
>>> heater hose. It is marked with a white line with a white circle.
>>> What is the problem? No heat?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
>>> ...
>>>> when I go to order spark plugs online the part number is
>>>>
>>>> BKR6EKUB
>>>>
>>>> then when I add it to the cart the part number is
>>>>
>>>> BKUR6ET-10
>>>>
>>>> will this work or do I need the BKR6EKUB
>>>>
>>>> also I checked with VW and the thermostat is not covered under
>>>> warranty.
>>>>
>>>> Also I should investigate the thermostat error, I had the radiator
>>>> replaced several months ago, I want to be sure that this is not an
>>>> error that is leftover from the time I had the radiator replaced, or
>>>> maybe the system wasn't bled correctly.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "LG" > wrote in message
>>>> ...
>>>>> VW part # 101-000-035-HJ
>>>>> NGK brand P/N: BKR6EKUB
>>>>> VW factory plugs for this engine are made by NGK.
>>>>>
>>>>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
>>>>> ...
>>>>>> is FR 7 LDC+ the factory authorized spark plug?
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

On Feb 17, 6:29*pm, "Tube Audio" > wrote:
> the BKR6EIX (IX iridium) and *the BKR6EGP *(GP platinum) are not multi
> ground plugs
>
> I am not looking for the plug to do anything eextra, I am just looking to
> order plugs and opened a can of worms.
>
> Thanks
>
> "dave AKA vwdoc1" > wrote in . com...
>
> > Multi-ground
> > Some combustion chamber designs (such as a rotary motor) require that the
> > spark plugs have the ground electrode placed to the side of the center
> > electrode rather than below as on a traditional plug (see photo). This
> > firing tip design tends to erode the tip of the ground electrode faster
> > than a traditional plug, erosion at these points creates a larger gap
> > between the center and ground electrodes causing plug misfire. Thus by
> > having more ground electrodes you extend plug life. It is important to
> > note that multi-ground does not mean multi-spark, there will still only be
> > one spark at a time. Therefore a multi-ground plug will not perform any
> > better and may actually perform worse than a traditional plug, unless the
> > engine is designed for a multiple ground plug.
>
> > IF I was choosing I would probably try the BKR6EIX (IX iridium)
> > OR the BKR6EGP *(GP platinum)
> > That is if the ones you listed were the only choices. *<g>
>
> > What are you looking for the spark plugs to do extra?
>
> > "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
> >news
> >> I'll look into the cooling system this weekend.
>
> >> Back to sparkplugs...
>
> >> The NGK site has a search feature for plugs per car and this is what it
> >> came up with
>
> >>http://www.ngk.com/results_app.asp?AAIA=1359547
>
> >> Iridium BKR6EIX
> >> Platinum BKR6EGP
> >> Multi Ground BKR6EQUP
> >> V-Power BKR6E
>
> >> which plug should I use? *the multiground?
>
> >> "dave AKA vwdoc1" > wrote in message
> . ..
> >>> Call up the place you are trying to order the spark plugs from and ask
> >>> them!
> >>> Did you go here to order from?
> >>>http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volks...ectrical/192/6
> >>> Address:
> >>> Adirondack Auto Brokers Inc.
> >>> 10 Corporate Drive
> >>> Halfmoon, NY 12065
> >>> Phone:
> >>> Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-6:00 PM EST
> >>> 518-899-7807
> >>> Toll free 1-877-4GERMAN (1-877-443-7626)
>
> >>> Yes you should bleed the cooling system from the bleeder hose on the
> >>> heater hose. *It is marked with a white line with a white circle.
> >>> What is the problem? *No heat?
>
> >>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
> . ..
> >>>> when I go to order spark plugs online the part number is
>
> >>>> BKR6EKUB
>
> >>>> then when I add it to the cart the part number is
>
> >>>> BKUR6ET-10
>
> >>>> will this work or do I need the BKR6EKUB
>
> >>>> also I checked with VW and the thermostat is not covered under
> >>>> warranty.
>
> >>>> Also I should investigate the thermostat error, I had the radiator
> >>>> replaced several months ago, I want to be sure that this is not an
> >>>> error that is leftover from the time I had the radiator replaced, or
> >>>> maybe the system wasn't bled correctly.
>
> >>>> Thanks
>
> >>>> "LG" > wrote in message
> ...
> >>>>> VW part # 101-000-035-HJ
> >>>>> NGK brand P/N: BKR6EKUB
> >>>>> VW factory plugs for this engine are made by NGK.
>
> >>>>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
> om...
> >>>>>> is FR 7 LDC+ the factory authorized spark plu

I have a 2000 Passat V6 that likes to lose heat (blows cold air) at
1800 rpm and lower like when I stop for a red light, but as soon as I
hit 1800 and higher she blows hot again. any thoughts? I also need to
replace plugs...93,000... but I don't think I want to go there.

Then again I would vote for the BKR6EIX (IX iridium) spark plugs! ;-)


"Tube Audio" > wrote in message
...
> the BKR6EIX (IX iridium) and the BKR6EGP (GP platinum) are not multi
> ground plugs
>
> I am not looking for the plug to do anything eextra, I am just looking to
> order plugs and opened a can of worms.
>
> Thanks
>
>
>
>
> "dave AKA vwdoc1" > wrote in message
> ...
>> Multi-ground
>> Some combustion chamber designs (such as a rotary motor) require that the
>> spark plugs have the ground electrode placed to the side of the center
>> electrode rather than below as on a traditional plug (see photo). This
>> firing tip design tends to erode the tip of the ground electrode faster
>> than a traditional plug, erosion at these points creates a larger gap
>> between the center and ground electrodes causing plug misfire. Thus by
>> having more ground electrodes you extend plug life. It is important to
>> note that multi-ground does not mean multi-spark, there will still only
>> be one spark at a time. Therefore a multi-ground plug will not perform
>> any better and may actually perform worse than a traditional plug, unless
>> the engine is designed for a multiple ground plug.
>>
>>
>> IF I was choosing I would probably try the BKR6EIX (IX iridium)
>> OR the BKR6EGP (GP platinum)
>> That is if the ones you listed were the only choices. <g>
>>
>> What are you looking for the spark plugs to do extra?
>>
>>
>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
>> news
>>> I'll look into the cooling system this weekend.
>>>
>>> Back to sparkplugs...
>>>
>>> The NGK site has a search feature for plugs per car and this is what it
>>> came up with
>>>
>>> http://www.ngk.com/results_app.asp?AAIA=1359547
>>>
>>> Iridium BKR6EIX
>>> Platinum BKR6EGP
>>> Multi Ground BKR6EQUP
>>> V-Power BKR6E
>>>
>>> which plug should I use? the multiground?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> "dave AKA vwdoc1" > wrote in message
>>> ...
>>>> Call up the place you are trying to order the spark plugs from and ask
>>>> them!
>>>> Did you go here to order from?
>>>> http://www.germanautoparts.com/Volks...ectrical/192/6
>>>> Address:
>>>> Adirondack Auto Brokers Inc.
>>>> 10 Corporate Drive
>>>> Halfmoon, NY 12065
>>>> Phone:
>>>> Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-6:00 PM EST
>>>> 518-899-7807
>>>> Toll free 1-877-4GERMAN (1-877-443-7626)
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Yes you should bleed the cooling system from the bleeder hose on the
>>>> heater hose. It is marked with a white line with a white circle.
>>>> What is the problem? No heat?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
>>>> ...
>>>>> when I go to order spark plugs online the part number is
>>>>>
>>>>> BKR6EKUB
>>>>>
>>>>> then when I add it to the cart the part number is
>>>>>
>>>>> BKUR6ET-10
>>>>>
>>>>> will this work or do I need the BKR6EKUB
>>>>>
>>>>> also I checked with VW and the thermostat is not covered under
>>>>> warranty.
>>>>>
>>>>> Also I should investigate the thermostat error, I had the radiator
>>>>> replaced several months ago, I want to be sure that this is not an
>>>>> error that is leftover from the time I had the radiator replaced, or
>>>>> maybe the system wasn't bled correctly.
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> "LG" > wrote in message
>>>>> ...
>>>>>> VW part # 101-000-035-HJ
>>>>>> NGK brand P/N: BKR6EKUB
>>>>>> VW factory plugs for this engine are made by NGK.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> "Tube Audio" > wrote in message
>>>>>> ...
>>>>>>> is FR 7 LDC+ the factory authorized spark plug?
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

Low on coolant, air in cooling system, partially clogged heater core,
defective water pump or ???

I would first try flushing out the heater core or better yet having the
cooling system professional flushed out.
My reasoning...........if the heater core is partially clogged then it will
not get hot enough unless the flow of hot coolant increases.

> wrote

snip

I have a 2000 Passat V6 that likes to lose heat (blows cold air) at
1800 rpm and lower like when I stop for a red light, but as soon as I
hit 1800 and higher she blows hot again. any thoughts? I also need to
replace plugs...93,000... but I don't think I want to go there.

On Feb 17, 10:50*pm, "dave AKA vwdoc1"
> wrote:
> Low on coolant, air in cooling system, partially clogged heater core,
> defective water pump or ???
>
> I would first try flushing out the heater core or better yet having the
> cooling system professional flushed out.
> My reasoning...........if the heater core is partially clogged then it will
> not get hot enough unless the flow of hot coolant increases.
>
> > wrote
>
> snip
>
> I have a 2000 Passat V6 that likes to lose heat (blows cold air) at
> 1800 rpm and lower like when I stop for a red light, but as soon as I
> hit 1800 and higher she blows hot again. any thoughts? I also need to
> replace plugs...93,000... but I don't think I want to go there

has plenty of fluid but I will try having the system flushed. could it
be vacuum related? my reasoning... low vac. at idle, boosts upon
acceleration.? side note, not sure this is related but air
conditioning acts funny also. cold air goes in and out just like heat
and i hear weird noises like internal vents are opening and closing.
I did fill the a/c and the cheap gauge reads warning zone, but don't
know I you can trust those gauges... but obviously something is not
right.