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phaeton
06-01-2012, 11:16 AM
Post you Negative :( and Positive :D Experiences with your Touareg.
And any other helpful tips for prospective buyers.
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Model: eg Touareg
Engine: 3.2 177kW
Year: 2005
Any Problems ?: lights kept blowing
V10Touareg
17-07-2016, 02:36 PM
I posted earlier in the Newbies Section and also on lighting for towed items.
MY07 Touareg V10 TDi, 98,000 Km. Bought about a week ago and supposedly serviced by Penrith VW.
LHS mirror refusing to adjust.
Green coolant, instead of 'BMW Blue'.
LHS front parking light stays on intermittently. Shoot me if it's a known 'matter'. I'm learning. It's off today :)
Washer motor not working.
Fuel additive gong comes on low at about 97,000 Km. Don't go Dealer for $1,000 plus, go Indie for about a third of the price. Each refill is worth about 20,000 Km, up to five. Indies buy this stuff in bulk.
Three wiper blades need replacing.
Kerbed wheels are a problem as the 9" wheel does not provide any protection with the standard 19/275/45 tyre.
I've done the math and 8.5" wheels provide the same rolling diameter, for better kerb protection.
9.5" wheels will not.
For towing, the [V10 TDi] Touareg requires an electric brake controller, like a Redarc, so that codes are not gonging, and an intermediate box for LED lights.
A good Indie (ex-VW master technician) can properly wire up the vehicle without the need for a Redarc or intermediate box.
Some dealers really have no clue, and think that the intermediate box will fix all problems.
Cheers,
Stu
Cheers,
Stu
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