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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Oct 07, 2009 8:00 am) Even then, whatever parts are damaged should have been replaced, so that it would be able to be properly aligned. Rebuilding the entire front end would have cost less than $3500 wouldn't it? I know my kid spent less than that on new front springs, struts, bearings, and axles on his '96 Jetta. (of course he also wore out two tires in about 6000 miles...evenly though, no cupping or anything)
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Replying to: jeffyscott (Oct 07, 2009 9:54 am)
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Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Oct 07, 2009 9:56 am)
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Replying to: jeffyscott (Oct 07, 2009 9:57 am) |
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| I already bought the parts I need, just have to get them put into my car. I have a 1998 VW Jetta GL and have to get my plenum gasket and valve cover gasket replaced. I don't want to get ripped off so how much should I expect to pay? | |
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Replying to: nitekim (Oct 06, 2009 11:32 pm) 1) Obviously these are not ALL happening at once (they are symptoms of the REAL problem so DO NOT start chasing all those codes) 2) Validate you do not have the dreaded coolant migration issue which wicks antifreeze into the entire electrical system. 3) Suspect a bad ground somewhere (becasue only a GROUND can affect so many things at the same time) 4)Use VagCom to monitor/graph O2 sensors while you drive (there is one BEFORE and one AFTER the cat.) |
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| I have a 2003 Jetta Wagon - the overall length of my wagon is 33mm longer than the sedan. I'm buying exhaust parts online but no one offers "wagon" as a choice for car model. Does anyone know if an exhaust system for a wagon is the same for a sedan given the overall car length is only 33mm difference. Wheel base is only 3mm difference! I would like to know before I buy the parts. | |
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Has anyone else encountered this? My 2003 Jetta will not start when it is colder than 25 degrees Farenheit. It will crank and crank but not start. It is so frustrating when I have to get to work. Took it to the mechanic, he replaced a hose and said it should be fine but it wasn't. I always keep the tank full of gas and put "Heat" in the gas tank as well. Please any mechanics or anyone who has experienced this before..help! It is a gas engine, battery is only 2 years old. I looked up on Edmunds and it said something about the ETC sensor going bad on the Jettas but there was no further information. If I take it to my mechanic, even if it is not the same conditions (freezing) can he check the sensor? I am almost done paying this stupid car off and would LOVE to keep it until it dies basically. VW's are supposed to last forever! |
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Replying to: elias (Oct 07, 2009 6:45 am) As for the $3500....thats from god knows how many alignments, 3 sets of tires, and so called expert opinions from several so called experts. I'm so fed up with how the dealership tells me I'm off my rocker and how the car continues to eat up tires. I loved my Jetta ... but now I'd just love to get rid of it. I was curious if anyone had encounter this similar problem of cronically cupping tires and alignment. Thanks for the input though! Appreciate it
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I just changed oil and filter on my 09 Jetta Tdi Wagon. Tools needed: T-25 and T-30 torx (to remove 9 x T-25 and 3 x T-30 screws that hold the plastic undercoat). 32 mm or 1-1/4 box wrench to remove top oil filter housing (you will need an universal 1/2" joint, 5" extension 1/2" drive because it's a tight spot to get that pesky oil filter housing off). 19 mm box wrench to remove oil plug. Parts needed: Mann oil filter HU719/7X and 4 quarts of Castol Gold 507 00 synthetic oil. To reset the oil change interval display in your info.display (without going to the Dealer or without the need of the VAG COM re-setting instrument): Keys out of the ignition press and hold in trip odometer button 0.0 on your right. While still holding this button, insert key into ignition and put to the "on" position (without starting the car). Display will read "service now". Let go off "0.0" button and depress "m" or "min" button on the left side of the display. This will re-set the service reminder. Those handy enough can tackle this in less than 1/2 hour! Don't forget to recycle the used oil! Happy motoring!
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