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#63 of 73 Re: brake fluid reservoir check procedure [rgut] by altair4 Oct 23, 2009 (6:11 am)
Replying to: rgut (Oct 22, 2009 10:46 am) It's actually a 2.8 V6.   That black plastic shield is very easily removed. Simply grasp the rubber gasket on the front edge (towards the engine) and pull it forward. Then lift the shield slightly and pull it out from under the windshield. It's harder to describe than it is to actually do. You'll then have a full view of the brake fluid reservoir. Youmight even want to change your cabin air filer while you have that cover off. It's cheap and easy to do (dealer has a special running right now to do this for $37. You can DIY for the cost fo the filter fo maybe $12).   To give us a better idea what might be going on thw your brake fluid, a little more info would help. How many miles are on your current brake pads? The reservoir drops as the pads wear. This could be telling you it's time for a brake job. Alternatively, your brake fluid could be leaking - in any case, it's worth investigating.   There could be other factors at play here, too. You might want to pull the codes with an OBD scanner at your local auto parts store (many do this for free) to see if there are any codes from the ABS module. Good luck!
#64 of 73 2000 Passat Cruise control problem by skelley2 Nov 10, 2009 (6:06 pm)
CC won't engage. The indicator light on the center console that shows the brake is depressed to shift into gear is reversed (lights up when foot off the brake and turns off when depressing brake. In addition, the console lights come on when I apply the brakes (like they do when I turn on my headlights. I think all are associated with Fuse #31. The CC is probably not engaging because it thinks I have my foot on the brake. I have checked the fuse and replaced it. It seems as if I have a problem with a switch somewhere...any ideas? Replies to this message: altair4 (Nov 10, 2009 6:14 pm) skelley2 (Nov 10, 2009 6:51 pm)
#65 of 73 Re: 2000 Passat Cruise control problem [skelley2] by altair4 Nov 10, 2009 (6:14 pm)
Replying to: skelley2 (Nov 10, 2009 6:06 pm) Skelley2, are your brake lights functioning properly? I am wondering if the brake light switch on the brake pedal is the source of problem. Assuming this is an automatic, can you move the shifter from "Park" into "Drive" without depressing the brake pedal? Replies to this message: skelley2 (Nov 10, 2009 6:51 pm)
#66 of 73 Re: 2000 Passat Cruise control problem [altair4] by skelley2 Nov 10, 2009 (6:51 pm)
Replying to: altair4 (Nov 10, 2009 6:14 pm) Thanks for the response. GLX 4Motion Auto. Brake lights work fine and I can not move shifter from park to drive without depressing the brake pedal. Really confused on this one.
#67 of 73 Brake lights always ON when i turn the headlights on by dsnapp Nov 10, 2009 (7:15 pm)
I have a problem that i can't figure out that may be more related to the electrical system than the brakes but thought i'd post here. My 2001 VW Passat rear drivers side light bulb went out. I drove with it out for over a month. I got a replacement bulb and it was easy to replace but now I have some weird side effects.   When I hit the brakes the dashboard lights always come on. Also, when I have the headlights on the rear brake lights are always on.   If i take the replacement bulb out everything works as designed except i have a rear light out.   Has anyone encountered something like this with VW lights? Does it sound like a problem with a fuse or a bigger issue with the wiring? I am out of ideas and hate bringing the car into the dealership. Any suggestions are appreciated. Replies to this message: skelley2 (Nov 11, 2009 5:28 am) altair4 (Nov 11, 2009 6:44 am) skelley2 (Nov 11, 2009 12:32 pm)
#68 of 73 Re: Brake lights always ON when i turn the headlights on [dsnapp] by skelley2 Nov 11, 2009 (5:28 am)
Replying to: dsnapp (Nov 10, 2009 7:15 pm) I am havingthe same problem although I did not connect it to the light bulb I replaced. When I press the brake, the dash lights come on. I will take out the bulb and see what happens. Maybe this explains my previous posting.
#69 of 73 Re: Brake lights always ON when i turn the headlights on [dsnapp] by altair4 Nov 11, 2009 (6:44 am)
Replying to: dsnapp (Nov 10, 2009 7:15 pm) Makes you wonder if it is the correct bulb number/style. Replies to this message: skelley2 (Nov 11, 2009 12:32 pm)
#70 of 73 Re: Brake lights always ON when i turn the headlights on [altair4] by skelley2 Nov 11, 2009 (12:32 pm)
Replying to: altair4 (Nov 11, 2009 6:44 am) Pulled the bulb and the dash light problem disappeared. Looks like you may have fixed my problem. Now to the auto parts store to see if I had the wrong bulb
#71 of 73 Brake sticking by thedon09 Nov 17, 2009 (10:29 am)
hi all. a while ago i braked in my 01 passat and the pedal stuck on. i got it free but the brakes kept sticking. i have changed the master cylinder but when i start driving its ok and after a few minutes the brake pedal is gone really hard and the brakes are slightly stuck on. any ideas???? thanks
#72 of 73 new brakes/axle by dontudare Nov 30, 2009 (7:09 pm)
Hi - I just had new brakes and axles put on my 2004 passatt The dealer told me i needed new front and rear breaks (91k ) and new rotors. THe price, along with two new tires was over 2500. I went to the place where I get my brakes done and tires - they did everything that VW was going to do but suggested new axles? -- still less money then VW. However, when i brake now, the car feels like the ABS system is coming on - like when you brake on ice. No lights come on -- the tire dealer said he wants to try a different type of pad which he has ordered - has anyone heard of this?

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