Thread: Hey I'm new

At around 20K, just oil, filter, pollen filter, visual check, code read and washer fluid, not much else.

Quote: Originally Posted by Tuk Surely there must be some way to check a service has been carried out? Allot of it is down to trust, if you don't trust them, don't buy from them. As for not changing the oil or filter it such a simple job with low cost, but big implications on the car coming back in. Its the ...

Hi, new to this forum so please go gently! Not sure this is the right scetion to post my query but here goes! Following a dispute, my local Audi Dealer has agreed to give my car (A3, 2.0l TDI (common rail) its first service for free. I know i am being paranoid, but how can i tell they have done this properly and not a vindictive 'once-over'/ corner cutting before re-setting the computer??...

hello, everybody i just need to ask for some advice i have a vw touran 1.9 tdi 100bhp my friend has a mk5 golf 1.9 tdi i was wondering how similar these cars are? my question is are the drivetrain the same as i have been told but not sure. my friend is breaking his car and i need parts for mine does any one have an accurate answer concerning the similarities of these two i.e from the ...

look on http://www.ross-tech.com , not sure which website you looked at?

Quote: Originally Posted by amz003 what about taking the battery connectors off, will this reset the airbag sign? Nope!

No, quite right it isn't an MOT failure YET but **** the car and get hurt due to a lack of air bag deployment and the insurance company may take a dim view of you driving with a safety system faulty.

Quote: Originally Posted by amz003 what about taking the battery connectors off, will this reset the airbag sign? an airbag fault light is indicative of a fault with the airbag. the airbag is a safety feature, as we all know. Have you looked into the fault or had it diagnosed/repaired by a garage? you are ...

hello thanks for the help i asked a mate to help and he immediateley said its the engine cover which was slightly damaged when i asked how he sussed it he said when travelling at those speeds the only thing that can play up if it is not mechanical has to be related to aero dynamics i.e plastics or covers loose he removed the covers and lo and behold at 80mph no sound at 90 nothing then 100 ...

Good morning to you. Newbie of the fairly clueless variety signing in for the first time. Looking forward to learning about and sharing enthusiasm for VWs of all types.