Note the micro can is an old interface and supports only a limited range of vehicles based on the Golf Mk5
see link below
Ross-Tech: Micro-CAN Interface
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Note the micro can is an old interface and supports only a limited range of vehicles based on the Golf Mk5
see link below
Ross-Tech: Micro-CAN Interface
Modern engine manufacturers use specific honing techniques to achieve desired surface finishes and assembly tolerances to ensure "normal" oil can be used for running in. Whether that normal oil is...
if worried about needing a specific 5W-30 spec oil for running in due to the turbo then you could try this Driven BR30 5W-30 break in oil from Sparesbox
Just a moment...
Some general...
Penrite make a specific running in oil. i would use that for the first 500kms. If the engine just has new rings and pistons and everything else has not been changed then 500kms is plenty to bed in...
That is the VW standard answer out of the handbook where everyone in Europe has a set of winter tyres if they need to drive in the snow. Where are you ? Roof Carrier Systems in Melbourne should be...
How many Kms in that time
what sort of driving
was the car serviced in that time or before purchase
A few factors to consider
VW will not consider oil consumption a problem until it is more...
In the 150 KW range about 7 Kw and 10 percent. But can vary signficantly depending on tyres and how the car was tied down on the dyno plus the dyno claibration itself
Contact the Carista support if they have one to get the help you need. Otherwise buy a genuine VCDS cable from Ross Tech.
Ross Tech have a web site and support email address and support Forum and...
The VW standard 1 litre per 1000 km maximum oil consumption before they accept a warranty claim so you are a long way from that. I would use 5w40 Oil that meets the OEM spec.
You will save about two thirds of an engine rebuild cost by doing the dismantling and rebuilding yourself if you have the basic tools and skills and only have to pay for parts and specialised...
Whats needed depends on what you know of the previous service history and where various longer life items items are in their life cycle.
i.e. some typical values are
Diff and transmission oils -...
The black coating is a phosphate layer that is intended to help the initial bedding in of the follower to the cam lobe. It is meant to wear off
cheers
Rohan
Sounds like there is an issue with the traction control system that should be engaging the Haldex to send power to the rear and locking the rear diff lock and engaging the brake to control the spin...
If the issue is intermittent and not present at the time of the scan it may be due to a number of transient issues such as oil pressure on start up until the tensioner and chain is fully tight or...
How have "they" determined chain replacement is required apart from "their" desire for a $5000k labour fee
Buy yourself a Ross-Tech VCDS cable and download the software and analyse the cam...
The standard plugs are platinum iridium laser welded NGK IZKR7B. These are expensive and people often substitute cheaper plugs.
I am not familiar with the plugs you are using but I assume the...
Have you tried the next colder plug ?
Just signed up. I help my son look after his Mk4 R32 No.135. Originally sold in Victoria then purchased and moved to SA after about 3 years where it stayed until we purchased it 4 years ago and it...
Hi all
I have been getting deeper into the world of VW in the last couple of years and decided its time to join this forum.
My son has a Mk4 R32 ( no.135) that I help him take car off and I...