Discuss normal maintenance and service. i.e. oil change, tire rotation, coolant
I recently purchased a 99 mkIV GTI for a steal of a price. It was parked a few years back because of a shifting problem (sounded like possibly a g68...
Hi guys. I decide to change the air filter by myself and found the following thread that explains how to remove the engine cover for 2011 2.5L...
I have a 92 GTI, I would like to change the grill and head lights from 2 squar to 4 round. How hard and can it be done?
I know the manual states that the first scheduled oil change is at 10k and service every 10k after that, but does anyone else think that's a long...
According to the manual, I just need to unscrew the guide pins inside the rubber cups, and I find one reference to a 7mm allen....but looking in the...
Hey guys! Long time fan, first post. My 2008 rabbit is telling me that my rear right brake light isn't working. This is the light on the hatch....
I took my girlfriends golf city in for an oil change and since I have never owned a VW and know they seem to require a lot of special treatment I...
could anybody please tell me how to change a indicator repeater that is in the mirror of my 2003 vw beetle. thank you.:confused:
So I've hit 60K miles, or 61K by now. I've been to the BMW dealer many times but I still can't give up the Rabbit. I still have the original...
I had one bulb go out today so I'm thinking of changing both with quality bulbs. Anyone have any suggestions for quality, bright replacements? Want...
I'm an owner of VW Polo Classic 1997 model. I learned from the Manual that the idling speed of Polo Classic is about 9mph with aircon and about...
Hi...my bora has a habit of chugging a bit, and sometimes cutting out in low revs. In my service i changed the spark plugs and the leads, but this...
This took me some time to figure out, but thanks to tips from on line forums, I managed to get it done. I'll share with you what I've learned. ...
Hey all. I've got a 2001 Jetta GLS, with the 2.0 engine. I got one of those computer error alerts on a recent trip. The (out of town) mechanic...
So anybody know of a existing DIY on a axel disassembly? I kind of need it bad! Thanks everyone for the help! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
As I mentioned elsewhere, I'm suddenly the owner of a 2001 Golf (2 l, 4 cyl, gas engine) and reading the Haynes manual I see that it should have the...
Hi guys, i just brought a brand new Golf GTI. It's done 1600kms and the Oil warning light has come up flashing. I checked my oil and it's on low....
Can anyone help me out? I am simply trying to take off the front rotors to get them turned. (like i have for many a different car) and am running...
So im approaching 65k on my 08 5spd. Im going to do the GM Syncromesh and Lucas tranny fluid stabilizer 50/50. However, ive recently noticed some odd...
I've been quoted $480 for the 40K service, but DBC can supply me with all I need for a DIY job for $130. I've done work on cars more complicated...
OK, so I've got an order in with DBC for all the 40K service goodies, including the NGKs. I also got a canister of ATE Superblue, as the car is at...
I've searched the forum for spark plug choices for my 2008 Rabbit. I've found the NGK and Denso recommendations. I've only found one comment...
Just hit 20k miles on my 08 Rabbit and called my local dealer for a quote. $179 - much cheaper than a lot of the prices I've been seeing on this...
Okay start talking! Lol, curious to see your thoughts and opinions on a new battery. I know I still have life left in mine but looking ahead what...
Hello All, Looking for advice on working on my 2001 Golf (150,000 miles) Been a great car run synthetic oil in it either Mobile 1 or Amsoil. My...
When I have tires rotated should I be getting wheels balanced too? At an additional charge? Thank you.
Guys, anyone know a decent place to buy Castrol Syntec 0w-30 on the web? I checked out ECS but they do not carry it. . . TIA
my golf it keept stalling when i stoped at a jountion or when it was at low reves plus it keept droping down to 3 cylinders so i cleened the earth...
Has anyone been to Wilhelm Automotive in Peoria, AZ? Any comments on experiences or fitness for VW service greatly appreciated.
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