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    Okay, so it seems that Volkswagen fit AGM...

    Okay, so it seems that Volkswagen fit AGM batteries on certain Australian delivered Golfs as well.

    In any case, my point still stands - that there is no need to spend a fortune on batteries for...
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    Although information on the websites of several...

    Although information on the websites of several automotive battery manufacturers suggests that AGM batteries are more suited for vehicles with start/stop systems that incorporate a regenerative...
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    No need to spend a fortune on batteries for...

    No need to spend a fortune on batteries for vehicles with a Start/Stop function.

    You can purchase a Delkor EFB LN3 - 70EFB for $279.95 at Every Battery.

    Factory specifications: Delkor Delkor...
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    From their FAQ (courtesy of Google Translate): ...

    From their FAQ (courtesy of Google Translate):



    This phenomenon is also known as adhesive friction (as opposed to abrasive friction).



    You are correct. You can never get around physics.
  5. Thread: Brake pads

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    According to that brochure, Bosch develops their...

    According to that brochure, Bosch develops their brake pads to closely match the characteristics of the OE (factory fitted) brake pads.

    On page 4, you can see that Bosch would select either...
  6. Thread: Brake pads

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    The purchase price of ATE Ceramic brake pads are...

    The purchase price of ATE Ceramic brake pads are certainly higher when compared to standard Euro-spec brake pads.

    However, they enable lower wear rates on consumable items, such as the brake disc,...
  7. Thread: Brake pads

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    Browsing through the older ATE catalogues in PDF...

    Browsing through the older ATE catalogues in PDF format, it would appear that 13.0470-2617.2 is a newer part number that was designed to replace 13.0470-2764.2 for some models.

    For example, models...
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    The ATE parts catalogue can be accessed via their...

    The ATE parts catalogue can be accessed via their main website at ATE - Brakethrough Technology.

    In their brake pad diagrams, blue denotes standard pads and teal denotes ceramic pads.

    For...
  9. Thread: Brake pads

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    The above parts fit the 110TSI (7-seater with...

    The above parts fit the 110TSI (7-seater with 314mm front discs), 132TSI (340mm front discs) and 162TSI (340mm front discs).

    The part numbers are different for the 110TSI (5-seater with 312mm...
  10. Thread: Brake pads

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    Yes, that is correct. The pads should also fit...

    Yes, that is correct. The pads should also fit your car.
  11. Thread: Brake pads

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    ATE Ceramic 13.0470-2617.2 (front, pad length 175...

    ATE Ceramic 13.0470-2617.2 (front, pad length 175 mm)
    ATE Ceramic 13.0470-7294.2 (rear, pad length 123 mm)

    Your Tiguan 132TSI should be fitted with 340 mm discs on the front and 300 mm discs on...
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    BMW introduced battery registration requirements...

    BMW introduced battery registration requirements on the E65 7-series and progressively rolled it out down their model range. I think it's a similar story for Audi and Volkswagen. Mercedes-Benz do not...
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    No need to spend a fortune on batteries for...

    No need to spend a fortune on batteries for vehicles with a Start/Stop function.

    You can purchase a SSB i-Start EFB66T for $260.00 at www.batterycentralbrisbane.com.au. Their in-store fitting...
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    TL;DR - You don't need all-season tyres in...

    TL;DR - You don't need all-season tyres in Australia.



    On balance, you are not likely to experience wintry conditions (I am referring here to the northern states of your home country) that will...
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    Tyre manufacturers do not tend to import their...

    Tyre manufacturers do not tend to import their range of all-season tyres into the Australian market via their official distribution channels, given our very mild winters overall when compared to the...
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    Most reviews that I have read seemed to indicate...

    Most reviews that I have read seemed to indicate the new Tiguan has a rather firm suspension setup which results in a busy ride in urban settings - even on 17" wheels. It would seem your experience...
  17. If the front brake pads have covered nearly 200...

    If the front brake pads have covered nearly 200 000 km without triggering the wear warning sensor, then you can expect to replace them at around 240 000 km - assuming they are the original pads,...
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    The part numbers are correct for your model and...

    The part numbers are correct for your model and there should be one wear sensor per set of front brake pads, so you are good to go.
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    The EA211 engine found in the Mk7 Golf (as well...

    The EA211 engine found in the Mk7 Golf (as well as other models within the VW group) is a complete redesign.

    You can click here for more details if interested.
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    The 1.4 TSI in the Mk6 Golf has a timing chain. ...

    The 1.4 TSI in the Mk6 Golf has a timing chain.

    The 1.4 TSI in the Mk7 Golf has a timing belt.
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    The Volkswagen Passenger Vehicle Service Schedule...

    The Volkswagen Passenger Vehicle Service Schedule can be found on their website (click here). You will receive a copy of this every time your vehicle is serviced at a Volkswagen dealer.

    The...
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    This is what's known as a manufacturer’s...

    This is what's known as a manufacturer’s statutory plate (or "type-approval plate", or "type plate"), which is affixed to every vehicle sold in the European Union, and is required by legislation to...
  23. The Peugeot 3008 has a 6-speed torque converter...

    The Peugeot 3008 has a 6-speed torque converter automatic, made by Aisin AW of Japan (which is 30.45% owned by Toyota).

    I'm personally fond of the ZF 8-speed in a BMW installation. Excellent...
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    It is a roadworthy requirement for tyres on the...

    It is a roadworthy requirement for tyres on the same axle to have a matching size (e.g. 225/45 R17) and construction type (e.g. radial).

    It is not a roadworthy requirement for tyres on the same...
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    Sticky: The dipstick does not measure the total engine...

    The dipstick does not measure the total engine oil volume.

    The difference between the MIN and MAX marking is about 1.0 l (or 500 ml, depending on which source you believe). However, there is a...
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