I've got a check engine warning that comes up glow plug cylinder 2. I'm sure this is covered somewhere, but can I change just the one or do all have to be...
You can just change the one. But go ahead and buy two. It seems that after you replace one, the glow plug next to it will get jealous and decide to go bad...
You'll get opinions both ways. I had 1 and 4 replaced on mine in December and the others are still fine (she was in for a timing belt change anyway so I told...
If you actually go through the GP 101 test routine on Fred's and find that you still have a warning light on after replacing all the GPs, then you might want...
I do not remember if I asked this question on this forum, so here it is.... again? On the big diesel pickup trucks, one of the ways to improve performance and...
The official VW line is that they all must be replaced at once, and with all the same brand. I've violated both those rules and had no ill effects. In fact,...
You'll get varying opinions on this one. IMO the TDI exhaust flows pretty well for the little 1.9, so you're not going to get anywhere near 10%. In fact it's...
I am new to the VW world of turbo charged diesels. I have owned my Passat wagon for about 6 weeks. It is an '05 with just under 41,000 miles. I took it to the...
US TDI passats were shipped with a 2.0 liter engine. If you are anywhere else, who knows. Hayden ... " Those who are willing to sacrifice Liberty for...
Wrong, the 2.0 TDI is a 4 cylinder. Hayden ... " Those who are willing to sacrifice Liberty for Security, deserve neither Liberty nor Security." Ben Franklin...
If the dealer you took it to does not know which engine is in the car, I would be very concerned about letting them work on it. Honestly, it's not that...
Hi folks, Thanks very much to Tad, Eric, and others for your help and thoughts re. my Golf's brake problem. In talking further with my mechanic, it turns out...
Bummer deal... that quantity adjuster code isn't usually good news, especially combined with biodiesel use. If you're lucky it might just be the fuel temp...
A diesel is not like a gasser. The turbocharger is responsible for all the performance from a TDI engine. The computer monitors and limits boost pressure. It...
True. When mine had that code, a new injection pump was needed. Paul L Fisher TDI-less. For now. Check out my website: http://www.paul-fisher.com Get Amsoil at...
Ryan, I just looked at the car, there are no indicators of engine, diesel or gas, other than the fuel filler door. Only the safety belts, air bags, and "meets...
Roger, Some how you missed the point. If the Ford and Dodge owners can get more power and performance from their diesels by ONLY changing the exhaust system,...
They are probably NOT just changing the exhaust system. A louder muffler does not mean improved performance. Lets see the numbers. If they're genuinely making...
For the service/repair book, get the Bentley. They are the go-to guys for VWs, and much better than Chilton/Haynes crap. On Thu, May 1, 2008 at 4:04 PM, Russ...
Tad, I have checked the Bentley, and they do not offer information on the 2.0 diesel. At least I have not found it advertised that way. You are correct about...
The Bentley does have the information on the diesel. I had the Ebahn version (CD) that but the paper version should cover that engine also since it has been...
re: Roger, Some how you missed the point. If the Ford and Dodge owners can get more power and performance from their diesels by ONLY changing the exhaust...
Don't underestimate the "mine's bigger than yours" mentality, plus its better to "look fast" and "sound fast" when cruising the Saturday night strip at 2 mph. ...
You have a point, but also consider that one of VW's primary goals in designing the VW was for it to not "sound like' a diesel. Quietness was one of the...
No, not from advertising... I have friends with these type vehicles. At 63, I think I have a few friends outside one automotive make. You are a believer in...
Tad, I think you have it on the big diesel trucks, cost. Now days the big trucks are very quiet. The mufflers are expensive, costing up to $1000, but now the...
