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About 6.5 hours in. We've already done the trans fluid and filter. We're about 40% through the timing belt and all the extras too. Fun stuff!
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I've been having some issues with my 2009 Rabbit lately (check engine light, shuddering while accelerating, especially while wet out) that seem to indicate that one or more of the ignition coils has gone bad. Not surprising as they're the originals, with 140k miles on the car. I was looking around online and it seems VW did a recall program for bad coils back around 2010 (I've moved since then, any letter they sent probably got lost in the mail). Unfortunately the recall website, https://www.vwcoils.com is no longer online. Anyone want to venture a guess if my dealership would still honor the recall and replace them for free? I would just call and ask, but they're closed Sunday and I'd rather get this taken care of ASAP, before I have to go to work tomorrow. I would just replace them myself and try to get reimbursed, but I don't even know where I could buy the coils, other than the dealer or ordering off a website.
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I remember that one, it was for vehicles up to 2007 so I think you're out of luck. You can double check here: http://www.vw.com/en/owners/parts-and-accessories/protection/recalls-campaigns.html
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If it helps it was done on my 06' A3 late last year, and in Canada too, so there doesn't seem to be a time limit.
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Apr 7, 2014 02:35
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I meant the recall only covers vehicles up to the 2007 model year, as far as I know there's not really a time limit on recalls.
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Apr 7, 2014 02:48
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Yeah, I pulled the coils out and checked the code stamped on top, I'm out of luck. I ended up finding an Autozone that had them in stock, so I picked up a set and will swap them out tomorrow morning.
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Apr 7, 2014 02:57
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I believe the R8 coils are cheaper and better replacements.
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veedubfreak posted:I believe the R8 coils are cheaper and better replacements. I'm gonna look into those - Autozone sold me someone's old OEM coil as new, and there's a VW dealership nearby that sells the R8s with NGK plugs for cheaper than Autozone's Duralasts and Autolites. I think a return is in order.
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Toebone posted:I'm gonna look into those - Autozone sold me someone's old OEM coil as new, and there's a VW dealership nearby that sells the R8s with NGK plugs for cheaper than Autozone's Duralasts and Autolites. I think a return is in order. Hstuning sells them for 19 bucks each for the coils. I am planning on picking some up when needed for my GTI.
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So in my A4, I have a bit of a lack of headroom. Maybe it's because of the sunroof, but I'm 6'1" and I can't really sit in the proper position (i.e. back straight and head against the headrest) without my head hitting the roof. I end up angling the back part of the seat about 10 degrees back. And yes I have the seat in the lowest possible position. Anyone else have this issue?
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Apr 8, 2014 16:44
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actionjackson posted:So in my A4, I have a bit of a lack of headroom. Maybe it's because of the sunroof, but I'm 6'1" and I can't really sit in the proper position (i.e. back straight and head against the headrest) without my head hitting the roof. I end up angling the back part of the seat about 10 degrees back. And yes I have the seat in the lowest possible position. Anyone else have this issue? Nope, only 5'9 here.
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Apr 8, 2014 21:47
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So I stuffed an MK6 head unit into my 07 GTI, including a Bluetooth adapter. Everything works great except for the microphone not picking up my voice when I try to use the Bluetooth to call someone (I can hear them through the speakers, they can't hear me at all). The phone seems to connect properly and music plays just fine. I've used Bluetooth calling with this phone in another car. I'm not sure if anyone here has experience doing something like this? If so, I'd like some direction to what I can check next. I see some sites mentioning having to do some coding to get Bluetooth to work, but I'm not sure this is my problem as the Bluetooth connects. And I don't have VAG-COM to try (anyone here have it in the Peoria area?). The other problem may be the module being incompatible with the car, but I'd hate to start throwing money at new modules to chase that problem. I currently have a 9W2 bluetooth module (1K8 035 730 D). It could also be the adapter harness that was wired improperly (ground and power were flipped), but I'm 90% sure I checked that the microphone wires were hooked up correctly. Any direction would be appreciated.
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Apr 9, 2014 00:28
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Quick question for anyone with an APR tune: I see from APR's site that they set up serval modes, controllable using the cruise control buttons. Does that mean, if you set it to stock then take your car in for service, that the servicing dealer can find the tune and/or the software using the cc? Do dealers typically look for/find a tune?
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Folderol posted:Quick question for anyone with an APR tune: I see from APR's site that they set up serval modes, controllable using the cruise control buttons. Does that mean, if you set it to stock then take your car in for service, that the servicing dealer can find the tune and/or the software using the cc? Do dealers typically look for/find a tune? As I understand if you flash your ECU the remap may permanently flag your car as modified. Setting it back to stock mode doesn't change it was flashed. Search for "TD1 flag".
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Styles Bitchley posted:As I understand if you flash your ECU the remap may permanently flag your car as modified. Setting it back to stock mode doesn't change it was flashed. Search for "TD1 flag". Ok will do. Many thanks!
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actionjackson posted:So in my A4, I have a bit of a lack of headroom. Maybe it's because of the sunroof, but I'm 6'1" and I can't really sit in the proper position (i.e. back straight and head against the headrest) without my head hitting the roof. I end up angling the back part of the seat about 10 degrees back. And yes I have the seat in the lowest possible position. Anyone else have this issue?
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Folderol posted:Quick question for anyone with an APR tune: I see from APR's site that they set up serval modes, controllable using the cruise control buttons. Does that mean, if you set it to stock then take your car in for service, that the servicing dealer can find the tune and/or the software using the cc? Do dealers typically look for/find a tune? Good rule of thumb is to wait until you are out of your warranty period before doing a flash.
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Apr 9, 2014 21:03
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This thing would be amazing if they have 4Motion on the US models http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/new_york/2014/1404-volkswagen-golf-sportwagen-4motion-concept-2014-new-york-auto-show/
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Can anyone here confirm I installed a rear wheel bearing properly? Car is a 2006 Audi A3. I got a new SKF wheel bearing and a new bolt, torqued it to 150ft/lbs, and then used a breaker bar to turn it an additional 180 degrees. The howling is gone so I definitely got the right one, but I keep thinking I'm hearing a faint whirring back there and I'm paranoid I screwed up the install.
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Uthor posted:The other problem may be the module being incompatible with the car, but I'd hate to start throwing money at new modules to chase that problem. I currently have a 9W2 bluetooth module (1K8 035 730 D). I am fairly sure that I have a 9w3 hanging around being useless from when I upgraded to a 9w7 if you want to give that a whack.
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Shifty Pony posted:I am fairly sure that I have a 9w3 hanging around being useless from when I upgraded to a 9w7 if you want to give that a whack. I could give it a shot! Send me an email turkosza at the gmails and we can discuss it? I was reading this site and the concern I have is that the controller I have is for the "white MFD", though it doesn't seem to be an issue when streaming. Maybe I'll need the older Volk-L system? I dunno.
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 Isn't there supposed to be a dowel in there? 2006 A3 2.0t
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Uthor posted:I could give it a shot! Send me an email turkosza at the gmails and we can discuss it? Mine is from my '10 jetta with the full size white MFD. A warning that the 9w3 does not support a2dp streaming over bluetooth. That may be built into the new mk6 head unit but I am not sure. Still it would be worth the fuss to try the 9w3 to see if a 9w7 would be a permanent fix. They are a snap to swap. edit: email sent. Shifty Pony fucked around with this message at 20:27 on Apr 12, 2014 |
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speedtek posted:
BPY Engine code? If yes, then yes. I just changed the oil in the wife's passat, and there is a circular plastic cage in the center to help keep the filter from collapsing.
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BPY, yes. Thank you. Time to find a replacement housing!
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Shifty Pony posted:Mine is from my '10 jetta with the full size white MFD. It would help rule out if it's the module or the mic or something else, at least. Honestly, I don't do much streaming or talking, but IL introduced a hands free law this year and I'd take talk over streaming in that case.
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I'm going to go look at an 86 Quantum Syncro with a "bad battery or alternator, but i drive it to work" with a fresh battery in hand. Anything else I should be worried about? The price seems too low, but in his post he says no lowballing.
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actionjackson posted:This thing would be amazing if they have 4Motion on the US models I'm looking forward to all of 7 people buying these new and then every enthusiast fighting to find one used.
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So I want to replace the little trim emblem on the shift knob on my Mk4 GTI, it's a bit worn. Does anyone know offhand if the 5spd Beetle piece will fit? It's the only one I've been able to find online. Part 1A on the diagram: http://www.jimellisvwparts.com/products/Gearshift-lever-upper-part-emblem/5148202/1C0711144A.html I was hoping to find one from a junkyard but there are none near enough to make it worth the drive for such a small part.
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For that price you should just buy a whole new shift knob.
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I haven't looked particularly hard, but the best price I've found for a stock-looking shift knob was about $45+shipping. I'm going to sell the car soon, otherwise I'd consider putting in a short shift kit and a totally new knob.
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Can you not find an appropriately-sized VW emblem on a cheap keyring or whatever in a car parts store and just glue that on?
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Residency Evil posted:I'm looking forward to all of 7 people buying these new and then every enthusiast fighting to find one used. VW Car and Driver edition
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actionjackson posted:This thing would be amazing if they have 4Motion on the US models An AWD diesel wagon would be easily getting up into the same price as the R. Can pretty much guarantee we won't get an AWD that isn't an R or Audi.
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Question about the headroom issue I mentioned a bit earlier - how important is it that my head is actually touching the headrest when driving? If I adjust the seat angle to something closer to upright my head touches, but then my head hits the sunroof. Should I just move the seat back as much as possible so I can get a bit lower in the chair by utilizing the legroom more?
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actionjackson posted:Question about the headroom issue I mentioned a bit earlier - how important is it that my head is actually touching the headrest when driving? If I adjust the seat angle to something closer to upright my head touches, but then my head hits the sunroof. Should I just move the seat back as much as possible so I can get a bit lower in the chair by utilizing the legroom more? The headrest is primarily there to save you from neck injuries / whiplash from rapid rear motion of your head during an accident, not for comfort (IMO). You should set it such that if your head does go flying backwards, it's there in a decent position to limit movement. My head's almost never touching the headrest while driving, unless I'm really relaxed / leaning back a bit on a long drive at the end of the day or something like that.
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Yeah your posture is probably hosed if you're contorted somehow into always resting your head on the headrest. It's more to keep your head from flying around as much in an accident. Here's a good video that shows just how much your head can thrash around during a wreck, you can get really screwed up by this in even a relatively minor crash: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZVrnd9V7sk
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Pryor on Fire posted:Here's a good video that shows just how much your head can thrash around during a wreck, you can get really screwed up by this in even a relatively minor crash: It does much better when getting thrashed around between the pillars and windows than you'd think. Than you'd eventually think. 
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They should rename it, headrest makes it sound like your head should be resting on it!
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To be fair it is often called head restraint.
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