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#12598 of 12742 ECU Jetta by natewins11 Aug 11, 2005 (7:35 pm)
I was wondering where the ecu is located in a 94 jetta gl. thanks,nate
#12599 of 12742 Synthetic oil options by westsider Aug 15, 2005 (12:51 pm)
New member, first post. We just bought a 2005.5 Jetta TDI, and we had questions about oil changes. We asked the service department if a synthetic oil made by Mobil or Valvoline or Pennzoil would do. They said no, our ONLY option is to use a synthetic oil that meets VW's specifications. Which, of course, is the only one the dealer's service department uses (it's made by Castrol, and they also told us we aren't able to buy it anywhere but from them). We wanted to buy a single quart (or liter), because the owner's manual says the engine may burn a little oil during the break in period. They wanted $14.00 for this magic stuff. At that point, we smelled smoke, and it wasn't coming from the car.   Is there something else out there we can use without voiding warranties or freezing engines up? Both my wife and I can change oil on a normal car. Is this something we can do ourselves?   And do we HAVE to go to a dealer to have recommended or required maintenance done, or are there such things as "Volkswagen certified service centers" out there that may be less expensive?   Thanks... Replies to this message: 600kgolfgt (Aug 15, 2005 4:26 pm) bpeebles (Aug 15, 2005 4:37 pm) jeffyscott (Aug 18, 2005 7:37 am)
#12600 of 12742 Re: Synthetic oil options [westsider] by 600kgolfgt Aug 15, 2005 (4:26 pm)
Replying to: westsider (Aug 15, 2005 12:51 pm) If you want to maintain the warranty on the engine, get it changed at the dealer. VW just came out with a synthetic motor oil specifically designed for the TDI, 1.8T and 2.0T engines - and the only place the oil is available is at the dealership.   As far as the break-in period is concerned - the VW manual is correct - the engine will burn oil during the break-in period until the cylinder rings seat properly - usually until around 10K miles.
#12601 of 12742 Re: Synthetic oil options [westsider] by bpeebles Aug 15, 2005 (4:37 pm)
Replying to: westsider (Aug 15, 2005 12:51 pm) Federal law protects you from having to go to a dealer to maintin warantee. It is called the "Magnuson Moss Warranty Act" You can read aout it in your owners manual or online. ( http://www.granatellimotorsports.com/magnusonmoss.htm )   Your 2005 TDI has a Pumpe Duse engine which REQUIRES VW 505.01 spec oil. This does not mean you have to go to a VW dealership. You can get VW 505.01 spec oil from other sources.   Here is one I found with a quick search for 505.01 http://www.motul.com/autoresellers/   If you would like to sign a petition asking MOBIL to bring its VW 505.01 spec oil to North America, check this out : http://www.petitiononline.com/vw50501/petition-sign.html
#12602 of 12742 supercharger vs. turbo by vwbell Aug 17, 2005 (12:09 pm)
I recently bought a 2003 Jetta 2.0. I bought the 2.0 because a friend had a complete turbo kit for the engine at a much cheaper price than buying a 1.8T. The only problem is that after doing some research I really like the idea of a supercharged 2.0, although it cost a little more. I understand the pros and cons of each but I was wondering if someone had some good ideas for a supercharged 2.0.
#12603 of 12742 Re: Synthetic oil options [westsider] by jeffyscott Aug 18, 2005 (7:37 am)
Replying to: westsider (Aug 15, 2005 12:51 pm) I am sure there are other options, but personally I would rather spend the extra dollars to have service done at the dealer at least during the warranty period. After spending $20,000 on the car, I am not going to worry about a few bucks more to be sure to maintain warranty coverage and avoid any hassle should there be a major problem during the warranty period.   During the 50,000 mile power train warranty period you will have 6 oil changes...how much are you going to save by running around looking for a better deal, maybe $100-200???
#12604 of 12742 Overheating in 95 Jetta III 130K by boombasticata Aug 18, 2005 (9:39 am)
Hello:   The temperature gauge in my 95 Jetta III 2.0 shot up after I took a highway exit (I'd been going 70 mph) and was going about 30 mph. This was after about 30 minutes of fast highway driving. I pulled over, let it cool down for ten minutes, and then made the rest of the 10-minute, stop-and-go drive home no problem.   No hissing or steaming in the engine, but coolant hoses and overflow chamber were noticeably hot to the touch. I noticed radiator fan was not running when I stopped car both times. Radiator fan fuse OK. Is it radiator fan for sure? Any suggestions? Thanks. Replies to this message: 600kgolfgt (Aug 18, 2005 9:43 am) p100 (Aug 22, 2005 7:29 pm) 600kgolfgt (Oct 26, 2005 3:45 am) scheid15 (Nov 04, 2005 1:55 pm) bpeebles (Nov 05, 2005 4:28 pm)
#12605 of 12742 Re: Overheating in 95 Jetta III 130K [boombasticata] by 600kgolfgt Aug 18, 2005 (9:43 am)
Replying to: boombasticata (Aug 18, 2005 9:39 am) It may be the 3-speed radiator fan switch mounted on the lower part of the radiator.
#12606 of 12742 Re: heavy rain & check engine light [krisalps] by ejenkins Aug 18, 2005 (1:16 pm)
Replying to: krisalps (Aug 08, 2005 9:34 am) krisalps-What happened with this problem? I just had the same problem last week with the water on the drivers side (streaming thru the hood release) and have it scheduled to go in next week. Was it a costly repair? My check engine light hasn't come on yet but now I am concerned. Thanks.
#12607 of 12742 MAF Problem by natewins11 Aug 21, 2005 (9:11 am)
Hi i was installing a new maf in my 94 2.0 when not paying attention i plugged in the plug into the maf upside down. i dont know how but i did. i tryed starting the car with it plugged in like this and it obviosly didnt start. so i was looking under the hood and noticedit was upside down and fixed it. try starting again...nothing. It started fine before i touched it but i was wondering crossing the wires in the plugwith the maf would affect. I think it could be the ecu but im not sure. Thanks, Nate

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