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  1. Battery Replacement suggestions - After almost 12 years for OEM Varta!

    I recall lots of backlash for VW claiming they're not reliable and super expensive to fix. Granted, compared to Honda, Toyota, Lexus and other superior Japanese cars, they're not as reliable or as...
  2. AWD V6 CC rear suspension clunking - how identify the bushing?

    Hey guys,
    Any experience finding the noise in rear suspension over bumps. Left rear it sounds like.
    Is there a common bushing that fails to narrow down the parts to buy or would it be better to...
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    I'm going to add to this knowledge bank. For the...

    I'm going to add to this knowledge bank. For the latter CC models with a lever style ebrake switch (with chrome trim) I found this on Ali Express and Ebay after a bit of digging
    PN
    3AC927238 for...
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    Sticky: You'll see online items that seem to be a match...

    You'll see online items that seem to be a match for your car, but are generic for similar models. Hence, dealers & parts sellers use your VIN for accurate selection of parts. Double check before u...
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    I have used run auto parts in the past but...

    I have used run auto parts in the past but couldn't find gaskets & other specialty parts

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    Where buy VW parts in Oz?

    I'm finding it very difficult finding a good range of VW parts, including aftermarket, in Australia, at reasonable prices. Dealers are pricey.

    Seems like ECS, RKXTech and other USA sites are good...
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    Hi. My CC BWS MY12 is at 130K kms without the...

    Hi. My CC BWS MY12 is at 130K kms without the noisey chain drama so I'm hoping it stays that way. But in case it does, what's it worth?
  8. Haven't done anything about it TBH. I did a scan...

    Haven't done anything about it TBH. I did a scan recently after getting my car back from panel repairers (hail damage) and don't recall seeing the error again. Are you having similar issue?
  9. Strange thing is that sensors on both sides of...

    Strange thing is that sensors on both sides of the Bank 2 Cat are getting odd results... It could be faulty wiring, bad connection...
  10. O2 Lambda Sensor errors with Engine Warning Light & VCDS scan - Cause?

    ​Hey guys, on my v6 BWS engine Passat CC (MY12), I'm getting engine warning light. Car is approx 100,000km old. Plugged in VCDS & got following:


    8218 - Post-Catalyst Oxygen (Lambda) Sensor...
  11. Lol.... Years after the emissions debacle and my...

    Lol.... Years after the emissions debacle and my last retort with Frantic, he's still frantically trying to get his car's purchase price reimbursed. Here's a tip: Get on with life mate. Have you...
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    While I was driving, I saw what appeared to be an...

    While I was driving, I saw what appeared to be an Audi R8 in my rear view mirror. It was several hundred metres away and late afternoon.
    It quickly caught up and passed me when I realised it was an...
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    Not really a **** comment. I had an R36 that had...

    Not really a **** comment. I had an R36 that had some issues which I inherited when I purchased it 80,000km old. The car had impeccable records by VW dealer servicing. That turned out to be useless...
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    Must be poorly maintained, or high km. I've got a...

    Must be poorly maintained, or high km. I've got a MY12 without any real dramas. I service it myself to be sure

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  15. Surprised nobody answered this for you. The DSG...

    Surprised nobody answered this for you.
    The DSG needs a calibration to properly engage the clutch at launch. It's a process that requires the Ross Tech cable & VCDS software.
    Other possibility is...
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    So how can you tell if its just the tensioner, or...

    So how can you tell if its just the tensioner, or the guides making the racket? (I have the same engine in our MY12 CC and it's now passed 80,000km. No noise yet.)
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    Wow. Really? My understanding was the front bar...

    Wow. Really?
    My understanding was the front bar has to come off, gearbox, chain cover...
    ?

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    I had an MY10 R36 which had the timing chain...

    I had an MY10 R36 which had the timing chain /tensioner noise and was only 80,000 km old.
    I didn't want to deal with it so I sold it

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    Many cars look better with less wheel: body gap....

    Many cars look better with less wheel: body gap. However, there are many cars that are factory released with well filled wheel arches and good stance, even around this price point. I'll list a few...
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    As a Passat R36 ex owner, and currently a...

    As a Passat R36 ex owner, and currently a modified CC owner, the Arteon has appeal for me in appearance, features, technology, and easily boosted performance.

    There's one aspect I don't like about...
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    1. I'd first try getting transmission recalibrate...

    1. I'd first try getting transmission recalibrate using Ross Tech VCDS by a local owner of one or a VAG specialist.
    Cheap if it works.

    2. Maybe get the car up on chassis hoist, examine the sound...
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    That car wasn't a lemon. Most likely it is wear...

    That car wasn't a lemon. Most likely it is wear and tear. After all, you never know how the car was treated over 200k km.

    PS- Bluetooth was not fitted standard, the steering wheel had the button...
  23. The type of exhaust valve I currently use with...

    The type of exhaust valve I currently use with moderate satisfaction can be found on eBay with this search term "vacuum exhaust valve close". This type stays closed until activated when engine vacuum...
  24. I did consider this also and have since tested it...

    I did consider this also and have since tested it many times including pressure washing. Worst case scenario some water settles on the bottom front of your airbox which is very deep. This will...
  25. If the exhaust exits at a different point (or in...

    If the exhaust exits at a different point (or in a different direction) than originally, you may get odours via undercar turbulence back to your cabin ventilation.

    Another possibility is a leak in...
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