My mk5 Jetta has the common problem with little to no cold air when using air conditioning. After researching, I found that the TX control valve in the compressor often fails and ordered a new one. I've just dropped the car off to a mechanic (recommended through here) and asked for the new valve to be fitted and a complete re-gas.

I've been told that the air conditioning 'filters' often fail and he would need to check if they were able to clean it or if they would need to be replaced - I've never heard of this? He then said that the condensor and compressor all could be shot if there was metal in the system?

I declined the air-con dye (for an extra $40) too.

Has anyone had any similar experiences to this? On a side note, I also asked for my front struts to be replaced (replacements provided) but they could not remove the spings on-site and would need to send them away ($150 for both sides + labour) - this suprised me as I have done them countelss times myself, but now living without a garage and not having the time decided to drop them off to a mechanic...

Finally, I also requested the DSG to be serviced and was told that it would need to be 're-programmed' in addition to the oil change. I queried this and was told that it would involve clearing any codes and making the gearbox re-learn?

thoughts guys?

cheers.