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Can someone out there give me a definitive answer on the timing belt change for a MY-2005 Jetta TDI? I've heard different times and I don't want to push my luck too far. Mine is a model year 2005, mfg in 2004. The manual states (I think) 90,000mi. However, since my car was on the cusp of the engine/body/manual change I want to be sure that is correct for my vehicle (since I've heard VW has been known to include old or new manuals with the wrong model). Also, is any service required with the 5-speed? Thanks! |
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What kind of fuel economy are others getting on their '09 TDIs?? I bought one in November with the DSG tranny and just had the 10K mile service performed. On my 24 mile commute (averaging about 40 mph) the computer says I average about 41 mpg. When it's warmer, above 50 F, I have averaged above 46 mpg. On a recent trip to Tennessee (at about 68 mph), the best I could get was 42.5 mpg. Also I was offered an extended warranty to 110K miles (bumper to bumper, I believe, with a $100 deductible) for $1265. The dealer said he was concerned I wasn't protected from failures of all the electronic components on the new TDIs. What do you think about this?
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Replying to: longo2 (Mar 25, 2009 9:50 pm) |
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Replying to: rrollntdi (Mar 31, 2009 8:56 am) |
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Replying to: rrollntdi (Mar 31, 2009 8:56 am) What do you veteran TDI owners think? 
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Replying to: Path_Tech (Mar 31, 2009 8:03 pm) So looking at history, I had ( and still have) ZERO defects  the 100,000 miles mark. TSB's (minor) and rating a small footnote at that, are covered under warranty anyway. The stuff you would have to do 100,000 miles (09 is now at 120,000 miles) are not covered by warranty/s ANYWAY. I projected I did not want nor need the extended warranty. History has proved it correct. I did NOT buy an extended warranty for the 03. I used part of that $1265 (if you will) for: 1. oil/filter changes ($165) 2. the required 100,000 milesTB/WP change ($600.) 3. new tires 112,000 miles ($308) 4. non needed alignment ($60.) Given the same feelings for the 09, I do not project a need for the 36,000 to 100,000 miles extended warranty . It probably needs to be said the durability and reliability have actually gone up. This is despite the additional complexity , (importantly) of both the engine and subsystems and DSG; of which you do not have the DSG.
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Replying to: ruking1 (Apr 01, 2009 5:29 am)
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Replying to: inlarry (Apr 01, 2009 1:41 pm) |
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Replying to: rrollntdi (Mar 31, 2009 8:56 am) I live in the Detroit area and currently diesel is very close to the price of regular unleaded, and at some stations, even less. I pass a station everyday that is $1.999 per gallon. I really love the car. Thank you also for the advice on the extended warranty. I think I'll hold onto my $1265 and apply it to the scheduled maintenance. Beware, I had the first oil change and the dealer put the 505.01 spec oil in instead of the 507.00 oil. If I hadn't looked up the part number of the Castrol oil, I never would have known. I went back and had a second oil chage with the correct oil and a new filter. When the time comes, I hope I can find a TDI guru locally that will replace the TB and WP for $595. WOW... That is a great price even without the upgraded WP. Anyone know one in the Detroit area?
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Replying to: rrollntdi (Apr 02, 2009 5:42 am) Since CBEA TB/WP kits are not yet being offered after market and the Bentley's technical data are not even out yet and not a lot of dealers, let alone guru's have done CBEA TB/WP changes, there is a chance the TB/WP R/R procedures can be FAR easier than the MK IV generations'. Indeed the Mk III's had a 250,000 miles WP life expectation. |
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