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#60 of 88 Re: Tail light replacement in 2003 VW New Beetle Turbo [shapiro] by dartydave Mar 21, 2008 (6:31 am)
Replying to: shapiro (Jan 01, 2008 3:00 pm) Look for a bad ground to the assembly. Usually when you have a dim bulb like you are describing it is getting it's ground through another bulb.
#61 of 88 Re: Headlight Broken [bee8] by dartydave Mar 21, 2008 (6:35 am)
Replying to: bee8 (Mar 18, 2008 6:39 am) We offer them on our website dartauto.com for $186.85. I have seen a couple of messed up ones that people have tried to get in and out, but with a little patience, some silicon spray and the help of this board you should be able to change it.
#62 of 88 Re: Rear hatch sensor [madmax85] by turtlebug Mar 23, 2008 (1:02 pm)
Replying to: madmax85 (Aug 19, 2007 12:59 pm) I assume you've fixed this already, but just to let you know I don't think this is the same battery issue that beans31 had. I had this EXACT problem a couple of years ago on my 2002 GLS. The svc dept traced it to the switch being stuck as "open", so it thought the hatch was open all the time. Thus, the reason your car did not beep when you locked it--it thought that the hatch was open, even though it was really closed. They replaced the switch (under mf. warranty at that tiem) and I haven't had any problems (with this anyway )since.
#63 of 88 brakelighting recall by itshercar Mar 24, 2008 (6:16 pm)
In "07" I took in my wifes beetle for brake switch recall.Today I called dealership because brake lights went out again,I was told to bring it in at no cost for replacement switch.When I asked if this is common they said yes!!!??? I asked why did the last new switch go out they said the original recall replacement switch was exactly the same as oem from factory(defect switch)?Soooo they replaced the defect with another of the same defect???They did say it has been redesigned and no further replacement needed."o" goody I just hope everyone out their knows there is a recall on the recall and that "HUMMER"speeding up behind you in your mirror.... can't see your brake lights!!!!!
#64 of 88 Gas tank hatch by itshercar Mar 24, 2008 (6:34 pm)
How or can I fix gas cap hatch.It would not release without a good tug.Can I adjust it.I took off rear fender well cover but cannot access cable attachment??????? Any help welcome. Replies to this message: scaramouche (Mar 28, 2008 7:29 am)
#65 of 88 Re: Gas tank hatch [itshercar] by scaramouche Mar 28, 2008 (7:29 am)
Replying to: itshercar (Mar 24, 2008 6:34 pm) The electronic switch for the fuel hatch release in my '99 beetle works only intermittently, so, quite often, I have to access it from inside the cargo area. There is a round plastic cover, about 4-5 inches in diameter on the right (in line with the hatch) If you remove this, you will find a rubber-coated cable inside; a slight pull on this should open the hatch for you. I've just left that plastic disc off for quick access.
#66 of 88 03 Turbo electrical/engine issues by last123 Apr 22, 2008 (3:13 am)
I had my 03 Turbo run thru a computer diagnostic check just for FYI at a random mechanic and was told the results came back with 2 problems with the turbo. Within a week my "engine" light came on and stayed on. 1 1/2 weeks ago I brought it into the VW dealer for another computer check and this time it came back with problem with the "turbo valve", thermostat and temp. guage. OK - made my appt for this morning. But oil pressure lamp came on yesterday. Low oil, so put oil in the car. Level was FINE then. As I got on the autobahn (yes Im in germany) the oil pressure light came on again, the car starting "thrusting" like it was losing acceleration then a sound I can only describe as a child's "kazoo" was coming from my engine. Parked it and called for a tow. ANY idea what this could be? It is now at the dealer and I'm expecting a VERY high bill.
#67 of 88 Mating the correct electrical connector to the controls by bill142 Jun 16, 2008 (6:47 am)
I have a 2000 VW beetle, at the bottom of the center console below the radio and AC/heat and vents, there is the following control panel consisting of dial and push button controls starting left to right as viewed from the driver’s seat: (1)-Drivers Heated Seat, (2)-ASR, (3)-Emergency Flasher, (4)-Rear Defroster, (5)-Passenger Heated Seat.   The female connector plugs for all of these controls have the same design and each can connect to any of the five control’s above. The wiring diagram does not show the detail to make the correct selection and mating connection. The female connectors are difference colors: Light Green, Burnt Orange, Light Brown, and two black.   I attempted to logically connect these to the controls based on wiring and the mating number of connector pins. This resulted in multiple fuses being blown. The only connector I believe is connected correctly is the Emergency Flasher, #3 above, this connected to one of the black connectors.   Can anyone tell me the correct colored female connector to each control ?
#68 of 88 Re: help [ocbeachgrl16] by bill142 Jun 16, 2008 (9:02 am)
Replying to: ocbeachgrl16 (Jan 04, 2008 3:38 pm) I know you most likely fixed the problem.   This is the 1st time on the forum since my post. It was the ignition switch connector and wiring. There is a defect in the design, they undersized the wiring. Had to replace switch connectors and wiring. VW refuses to recall. This is a result of the fog-lights wired through the ignition switch. Overload of wire size. there have been a few small fires I have read on line. My wiring was burnt involving 3-4 wires and melted plastic.
#69 of 88 VW Beetle alarm keeps going off on its own..hatch issues? by mrsfgc Jul 04, 2008 (7:27 am)
My 98 VW Beele has a sutck hatch. It just won't open. Not a huge deal because I don't want to deal with replacing the entire thing. But now (months later) the alarm will go off for no reason. It seems to be sporadic but a lot of times its right after it rains.   Anyone know why? or How I can turn off the alarm without opening the hatch?   Thanks so much for your help!

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