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    There is a breather hole in the middle of the...

    There is a breather hole in the middle of the plug.
    Unless there are any fault codes or problematic behaviours, just clean it off.
    Was the DSG overfilled at last service?
    If the proper level...
  2. Thread: DQ500 retrofit

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    But again, I've never done this (flashing MQB...

    But again, I've never done this (flashing MQB mecha to PQ) and haven't seen it documented anywhere (also haven't looked, so would recommend trying to find it).
    Have flashed plenty of other MQB...
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    Best bet should be using PQ RSQ3 software. Will...

    Best bet should be using PQ RSQ3 software. Will need to be modified by a tuner for correct ratios for your gearbox etc.
    You'd need PCMFlash with direct TCU harness and Scanmatik Pro 2 interface to...
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    What car is it in? Some background information...

    What car is it in? Some background information here wouldn't go astray..
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    No. Mqb can messaging is totally different. You...

    No. Mqb can messaging is totally different.
    You would need to firstly flash the eeprom and flash of the mechatronic to PQ software on the bench using a suitable tool eg PCMFlash.
    This should work...
  6. Replacing the LCD will cause zero issues. It has...

    Replacing the LCD will cause zero issues. It has no coding or CP. It's just a display.
  7. Yeah we are really punished by not having proper...

    Yeah we are really punished by not having proper right to repair laws here.
    I would happily pay for proper access. I have enquired multiple times to VW Aus and always had zero reply.
  8. You can't replace with a used cluster unless it's...

    You can't replace with a used cluster unless it's by a dealer here.
    VW will no longer allow used immo master components to be adapted, unless you get written approval (takes ~48 hours so you would...
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    The R36 is quite short. R32 is shorter again....

    The R36 is quite short.
    R32 is shorter again.
    B7 3.6FSI highline has slightly more highway friendly ratio in 6th.

    The 7th gear in the DQ500 helps this situation a lot.
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    That's an aftermarket one, yes will work. OEM...

    That's an aftermarket one, yes will work.

    OEM lowline is 2GD 827 469 B
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    Nice work! Always good to see people trying...

    Nice work! Always good to see people trying something for the first time.
    Yeah it looks totally different to the newer version. A lot more room to move in there without the cornering light.

    I'm...
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    'How hard' is a very relative question...it's...

    'How hard' is a very relative question...it's straight forward and well understood. If you're handy with tools including wiring and coding with VCDS/OBD11 then it's a straight forward retrofit....
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    Yes VCDS or OBD11 etc. Basic settings. Car...

    Yes VCDS or OBD11 etc.
    Basic settings. Car parked 1.5m away, perpendicular to a solid flat surface (ie a brick wall) whilst on a level surface.
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    First step would be attempt to run static...

    First step would be attempt to run static alignment which needs nothing more than a wall and suitable diagnostics tool.
    If that fails due to misalignment then yes the mounting/bracket etc needs to...
  15. You need to read and write directly to the eMMC...

    You need to read and write directly to the eMMC flash on the board to modify the system to allow unsigned FEC.
    That requires opening it up and using using a suitable adapter soldered onto the board...
  16. Part number suffixes can mean anything from a...

    Part number suffixes can mean anything from a change in manufacturer, a revision to an existing part, to a totally incompatible part.
    You need to check in the ETKA parts catalogue for the car in...
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    NSW Won't be as much as dry fill, but expect if you...

    Won't be as much as dry fill, but expect if you use both drains that you'll need closer to 6 than 5.5.
  18. In UDS ECUs search for 'phase' and you'll get...

    In UDS ECUs search for 'phase' and you'll get intake and exhaust phaser adjustment angles.
  19. The HPFP goes out of time because more often than...

    The HPFP goes out of time because more often than not, the guide closest to the HPFP explodes and the chain is then kept in place by the metal pin.
    The rest of the engine stays largely in time so...
  20. At -7 and -5 I would be looking at doing chains...

    At -7 and -5 I would be looking at doing chains and guides yes, particularly if there is noise also.
    Factory spec is +/- 5 for either.
    And if you're taking the gearbox out you might as well do...
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    Not sure if there will be another update. There...

    Not sure if there will be another update. There should be.
    It does appear that all the maps for ALL navigation systems including MIB3 show latest maps as 11/21/2022. Not sure what VW are doing...
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    I'm really happy with the enhanced performance...

    I'm really happy with the enhanced performance over previous gen, particularly with following cars through curves where the 2nd gen radar would quickly lose lock.
    The hardware is the same (Bosch...
  23. Never seen RVC coding bit not allowed to be...

    Never seen RVC coding bit not allowed to be enabled.
    No SA needed to change it either.
    Would try with VCDS.
  24. Byte 19 coding has a bit for reverse camera (bit...

    Byte 19 coding has a bit for reverse camera (bit 4). Ensure that's ticked (RVC low).
    If it is, then you need to go to adaptation channels, under 'Vehicle Functions BAP' and search for 'VPS'. Set...
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    The airbag module uses it's metal casing as a...

    The airbag module uses it's metal casing as a ground. If it's not securely mounted it won't be grounded, so not powered, therefor won't communicate.
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