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user's latest post:
Removing struts without touching...
Published (2009-11-12 11:20:00)
Quote: Originally Posted by Q Brizzle Undoing the strut from the top IS the issue. I just wonder why VW put the access caps above the strut mount nuts if they never expected to be able to get them off without the UCA mounting plate coming out as well. Seems like if that was the design, you should be able to get 'em out. I'm curious to know what the Bentley manual says about this... You can undo the 2 bolts holding the shock to the...
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Removing struts without touching...
Published (2009-11-12 10:39:00)
Take pictures as you go, please. We promise not to point at your head and laugh if it doesn't work out.
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My 1999 B5 Sedan problems thread
Published (2009-11-09 19:16:00)
Hey, thanks. Quick question, I took the throttle off. It looked fairly clean, but I noticed that if I tried to push it closed all the way, it would spring back a little bit. Is this normal or should I try fixing it?
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Aftermarket (metal) regulator...
Published (2009-11-11 07:08:00)
My original plastic clips started failing at about 10 years of age. If the replacements last that long, they may outlive the rest of the car. FYI: The front window clips are different from the back window clip. Have you opened up the back doors to see what broke? The back window glass is retained into the clip by a plastic dowel. Sometimes the dowel pops out (from years of door slamming) and falls to the bottom of the door. If you're...
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VAG error - Solution ?
Published (2009-11-13 05:57:00)
make sure you work on a cold engine and have a little G12 coolant to top off with. Write up: http://www.audiworld.com/tech/eng66.shtml This is on an older AWM, but will work.
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1999 V6 Cold Start Rattle
Published (2009-11-10 13:35:00)
I've updated my CP information - actually I'm in NYC, not really convenient to Haverstraw but worth the trip for big repairs. I'm going to check oil level when driving tomorrow.
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Oil Pressure Issues Help
Published (2009-11-13 01:33:00)
^^ the oil pressure light/warning beep will only activate at 2k rpm or greater, if I understand correctly, so never at idle.
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Cylinder help
Published (2009-11-09 17:02:00)
great that sounds good, i'll get on that... especially the ECU cover, I know how important that one is
user's latest post:
Passat 2.8 30v timing belt problem
Published (2009-11-11 09:22:00)
Same thing happened to me (and a few others). What happens is that the balls ride up the belt like they are on a conveyor. When they reach the right side sprocket they cause the belt to jump. If your engine idled reasonably normal before disassembly, you should be okay; lucky, but okay. Mine skipped a few teeth and the ECU reported an improbable signal from the cam sensor. If you are due for a belt, change everything. If not, change the roller...
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Passat 2.8 30v timing belt problem
Published (2009-11-11 07:53:00)
did you notice any resistance when you rotated the crank? I assume you had the plugs out while doing so...
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Latest active threads on B5 Garage::
Started 10 months ago (2009-01-17 23:13:00)
by Scorponox
The exact same thing is happening to my 99 passat too. I was thinking of spraying down with WD40 too loosen it up first though.
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Started 1 day, 18 hours ago (2009-11-13 14:53:00)
by NEWMAN'SOWN
I was scareed of that to, but I did a plug and play installation and have had zero issues ever, just go with a reliable HID brand and you will be good to go.
Started 1 day, 16 hours ago (2009-11-13 16:08:00)
by sonnybk
There are about a million posts on this. Literally. Just search your title and you'll find an endless supply of information...
Oh... and please search before you post. It saves space.
Started 4 days, 15 hours ago (2009-11-10 17:02:00)
by sonnybk
I know the manual is a swap. A little tight around the emergency brake handle, but it fits.
Started 5 days, 18 hours ago (2009-11-09 14:20:00)
by dougmcp
It's either the sensor or wiring connections, here's what I found:
16501/P0117 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (G62): Signal too Low
Possible Symptoms
Difficulties with starting a cold engine.
Starting the engine when engine is warmish or warm, idle rpm immediately is 1200 - 3000 rpm.
RPM at idle is irregular.
With all engine temperatures seldom idle rpm will ...
Started 1 day, 16 hours ago (2009-11-13 16:03:00)
by Tom Parish
This should be in the classifieds.
Started 1 day, 21 hours ago (2009-11-13 11:12:00)
by hu vw
I don't know about the B5 but for my 5.5 I tried Valeo wipers and was not impressed. In cooler temperatures the rubber starts to chatter on the windshield. They also aren't as pliable as the OEM and don't fully conform to the contour of the windshield leaving a streak on the passenger side untouched. The OEM wipers are much better and you can get them from many of the online retailers such as ...
Started 1 month ago (2009-10-12 13:26:00)
by swaigo
this should answer a few of your questions: http://www.passatworld.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=298 959
the ends of the side come off
if you do not paint it the black part will show as the caps do not cover the whole side
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Hot threads for last week on B5 Garage::
Started 1 week ago (2009-11-07 16:19:00)
by Urlik
Started 1 week, 1 day ago (2009-11-07 01:40:00)
by macaddiict
Hey there... Not sure what to suggest on the switch... 98s and 99s had a lot of issues with the sunroof switch. The contacts/rheostat would get dirty and cause the sunroof to open and close somewhat sporatically without you even touching it. So maybe the previous owner was trying to fix that issue and broke the knob... Anyhow, from your picture I can't tell if you even have the entire switch ...
Started 3 weeks, 1 day ago (2009-10-23 19:49:00)
by TurboJim
Have you taken off the valve cover to check for sludge? It's possible that the oil passages are restricted, making it difficult for any oil that does get up top to find it's way back down to the oil pan again.
Started 5 days, 18 hours ago (2009-11-09 14:51:00)
by avgwarhawk
Seems a bit long to have the oil reach the lifters on the head. 10w40 might be to thick. The thicker oil does not alway mean better. Lighter oil lubricates just as well but is easier to get around the engine and quickly. Saves gas also. With the winter coming I would go for the lighter oil.
Started 5 days, 21 hours ago (2009-11-09 11:32:00)
by pistik
Started 4 days, 1 hour ago (2009-11-11 07:53:00)
by JayTheSnork
did you notice any resistance when you rotated the crank? I assume you had the plugs out while doing so...
Started 6 days, 22 hours ago (2009-11-08 10:11:00)
by JayTheSnork
the only place I've used it is on the surface of the hat (sparingly) where the wheel meets it. I've never had a problem with a rotor that seized to the hub - they all seem to come off with a couple of strategic whacks with a hammer.
the wheel, however, sure seems to like to "fuse" itself to the rotor hat...
Started 2 days, 22 hours ago (2009-11-12 10:39:00)
by scotts13
Take pictures as you go, please. We promise not to point at your head and laugh if it doesn't work out.
Started 4 days, 22 hours ago (2009-11-10 10:39:00)
by loaded
Just an FYI to this issue, I went into Strong VW in Salt Lake City this morning to have a new key programmed and when they gave me my car back, they said there was an open recall on the ignition coils so they replaced all 4, free of charge. Didn't ask, didn't know about this. So I looked it up when I got to work and saw this post. So go in and get your coils replaced.
Started 1 week, 2 days ago (2009-11-05 16:47:00)
by VeeMike
Is it a mechanical sounding clicking or is it more of a solenoid clicking? Is the CEL on (O.K. Noob - CEL = check engine light).
Does it at all sound like an exhaust manifold leak?
Is it duplicateable with the car in neutral, PB on then rev engine?
Welcome aboard by the way. YOu probably have - strike that - you definitely have an AEB engine code 1.8T. Good engine, better head....
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