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Dunno the frequency of the regens. Only just got VGA up and running.

i) not yet. It's a covid purchase that has only seen it's first service.
ii)tune? Not really. I'm getting 8.5L/100 klms with four people and gear. Doesn't need it.

Haven't had to use any spray yet. Managed to drive it out of limp mode twice just by, well, ignoring it. However, bought the $30 can of Pennrite DPF cleaning foam just for emergencies and shoved that...

Yep. I 'm aware that Carista does enable access to forced regen. My son in law offered that option on his workshop computer but I declined the invite. Excessive heat will damage the dpf so if the...

OK. Haven't got round to uploading those pics yet but in answer to questions about OBD connectivity, your plug in needs to support these communication protocols:
KW903 scantool is a high-quality...

Worked out the communication protocol issues with VAG DPF. I'll post the pics on the weekend as the light is not much good now for photos.
The ELM327 connector is a $25 Amazon sourced Konnwei...

17k on my V6 manual and no problems...until I ventured from Sydney to Kangaroo Island towing a camper. Not once, but twice, once on the way there and once on the way back, I got DPF, flashing coil...

Wow. Lighter on fuel than a TDI. Amazing.
I'm getting 8.5L/100 in hilly terrain (Bathurst/Sofala/Capertree Valley and some 4wd through Gardens of Stone) with 4 people and a ute load of camping...

Not sure why anyone would tamper with the exhaust system. I've got an M21 V6 manual transmission that overtakes Rav4's and any other auto 4WD's going uphills. Nissan Patrols don't stand a chance. And...

Update.
Problem: Wiring the reversing lights into the trailer socket wiring triggers an error condition for lamp failure when you don't have a trailer in tow.
Solution: Knock out the passenger's...

From the driver's door, push all window buttons fully down.
Now, pull all window controls fully up.
Do any windows not autoclose?

Fixed it myself without spending $45 on a kit.
Resistors and relays running through the trailer harness still resulted in a Lamp Failure condition.

Instead of wiring from the trailer harness, I...

Hmm.
Still getting that Lamp Failure light on the dash after connecting my reversing lights through the trailer connector. Tried a resistor shunt to simulate higher current draw but didn't have the...

The LED strip lights worked a treat BUT the CANBUS doesn't like the fact that reversing lights ping and other trailer lights don't when you don't have a trailer connected. When a trailer is on, the...

The LED strip lights were a quick install. 20 minutes. However, without a trailer connected, I'm getting the warning light for a blown bulb. The CANbus is polling the wiring, detecting the reversing...

Nup. NewKidOntheBlokApproach is 20 minute install.
Ziplocked the strip lights into position, wired them into the trailer socket using general purpose automotive wire. Worked a treat.
I'll post some...

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A strip type led reversing light is the go. Found a couple in my spares box. Wires up to the trailer controller.

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If you're game, you can drill into the pressed metal...

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Ah, like the VW transporters.
OK. So, we're looking for a plug'n'play setup by the sounds of it.
Hang on a minute. I've got a trailer controller already plugged into it. And it supports reversing...

Pretty much what my mechanic said. Well, his words were "install a couple of reversing lights". Apparently there's a special type. I'll ask him next time I see him. He puts them on all his 4x4's.

The new models seem to have reverse light on passenger side only.
Anyone connected up the driver's side yet?
Reverse cameras work a lot better with a few lumens.

If the EGR cleaner doesn't shift it, maybe try a can of Brakleen. Do they still make that stuff? I used to use it when reco-ing diesels. Cleans the black off everything. I used it on carbs and all...

Cheap mod. $45 online purchase. However, no install guide. Not even pictograms.
Mod gives a "slow descent, lift assist" on tailgate operation. A welcome alternative to the hit in the chest approach...

Project has acheived implentation phase. Full details @
Amarok Trendline M21 Bonnet Strut conversion kit

Part 2. Install.
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Undo top bonnet hinge bolt and attach bracket.

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Remove the foam blocks. If possible, cut the blocks so that the struts can lay in them. Removing the blocks will...

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Remove mudguard screws. They are a 6 point.

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