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HOW IS THE OIL FILTER BOWL RETAINEDJoe - 2007 Volkswagen Jetta - Preventive Maintenance - 12/9/2011I TRIED SPINNING IT OFF WITH BIG CHANNEL LOCK PLIERS NO LUCK-
12/9/2011 Spoon SportsUse a big ass pair of vice grips and use them to get the old one off. Usually, most shops, just break the thing and replace it with a new assembly.
I know it sucks but thats what happens when its too tight on the previous oil change. just rub a little oil on the threads and the o-ring if there is one. When tightening it, just put it hand tight, then snug it a little. It doesn't need to be all that tight... and that way next time it will come right off
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My 03 VW jetta wagon 4 cyl 1.8T is over heatingJULIO1987 - 2003 Volkswagen Jetta - Preventive Maintenance - 12/7/2011i warm up my car it gets to the middle it runs good just until i drive 7-10 miles my cars needle moves closer to the red when its a line away from getting to red . i changed the water pump,timing belt,mass airflow sensor why does it overheat??? i recently changed ...-
12/7/2011 yboy82Did you check if your radiator fan still operating well? And if possible perform a radiator and cap pressure test to detemine the condition of your radiator and cap.
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Would it be the ignition switch that needs replacement?pete a campillo - 1997 Volkswagen Jetta - Preventive Maintenance - 11/30/2011Whenever i try to start up the car it seems to try but then dies time after time untill all of the sudden it starts then all is good till i stop and kill the motor then have to do the same thing as stated above and when i bought it a couple of weeks ago the seller ...-
11/30/2011 Jay Giron1. It could be the dead battery cell that means a bad battery
2. Corroded battery terminals and cables
3. A bad starter or starter solenoid.
4. Bad ignition switch
5. last It wouldn't hurt to do a tune up to the car (Bosch wires, Bosch Platinum +4 spark plugs, fuel filter, air filter, synthetic oil and oil filter).
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What type of trans fluid can i use for this vw..have aother trans question posted ..looking for sugestions on..thanksjasonb - 1990 Volkswagen Passat - Preventive Maintenance - 11/30/2011-
11/30/2011 yboy82If your vehicle is equipped with automatic transmission you should use AFDexron III.
11/30/2011 jasonbthanks a major parts store said it needed pentoise mineral oil ? ..at 15.99 a pint vw of course recomends theres at 19.99 a pint.. i live in a college town and every one seems there going to sell you the most exspensive... one tech said i could use a syntheic ?? thanks again . this is a avenue i will look into thanks again
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Problem with the Lights (Tailights,Fog ligts and Signal) in the driver side only any ideas it could be?Canopr360 - 1998 Volkswagen Golf - Preventive Maintenance - 11/28/2011I recently replace a bulb from the driver fog light that wasent working it work 4 days and now happen this. I replce some fuse that were blown, but still the problem. -
Would it be the ignition switch that needs replacement? would it be the ignition switch that needs re-placement?pete a campillo - 1997 Volkswagen Jetta - Preventive Maintenance - 11/28/2011I recently bought a 1997 VW jetta 4cyl 2.0 liter GL the problem is that when i try to start it it tries but it dies, like is missing a connection to something after several tries it starts then it runs good untill i stop the motor and have to start again the same ...
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How much should it cost to replace a clutchmarvon - 2003 Volkswagen Beetle - Preventive Maintenance - 11/26/2011Currently working properly. Just want to save the money for when the problem happens-
11/26/2011 JimmTry the many on-line auto parts sources, such as; www.RockAuto.com or www.autopartswarehouse.com for the replacement parts. They (Rock Auto) list the replacement clutch kit; friction disk, throwout bearing, cover - from around $120.00 on up. Then, try the 'Estimate Cost' feature on this website to get a rough estimate for the labor costs for a shop in your area.
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Car starts sometimes and sometimes fuel pump doesnt worktito - 2001 Volkswagen Beetle - Preventive Maintenance - 11/18/2011Sometimes it runs fine and then all the sudden the next time it doesn't start sounds like the fuel pump doesnt turn on. Already changed the fuel filter and it still does the same thing. This started about in Aug, it did it once and worked for over a month in half ...
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11/18/2011 yboy82First diagnose your vehicle with a scan tool/code reader to determine what the stored troublecode is. And then check the condition of your fuel pump relay.
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My car is using 30% more gas than normal. Any suggestions why this is happening?Al G - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta - Preventive Maintenance - 11/12/2011Car has 81,000 miles.
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11/12/2011 JimmSeveral possibilities; faulty / worn spark plus, faulty / worn spark plug wires, faulty / clogged air filter, dirty throttle body, dirty mass air flow (MAF) sensor, dirty / clogged fuel filter, tire pressure too low, tires not aligned properly, brakes dragging, fuel system leak - to list a few factors.
11/12/2011 Al GThanks Jimm, that's really helpful info!
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My flashers just start flashing on their own when I'm driving & when just parked and off. Help!Lea - 2002 Volkswagen Beetle - Preventive Maintenance - 11/6/2011It doesn't happen all the time, it will sometimes go for days without happening and then in one day it may happen several times in a row. My airbag light it also on but I don't think the two are related based on the randomness of the flashers going off.
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11/3/2011 HouseCallAutoPlease clarify what you are referring to, the hazard / emergency flashers or just random left or right turn signal operation without the signal lever being moved? Also, when you hear the "flashers", are there lights actually blinking on the outside of the vehicle or do you only hear the clicking associated with the flashers. Details are important if you want the right answer.
11/4/2011 LeaYes, it's the hazard / emergency flashers and they are blinking on the outside as well as the inside of the vehicle as if I had hit the button to turn them on. I do hear the clicking as well. I can be driving along and they come on or the car can be sitting in the driveway with no one near it and they come on as if someone had turned them on. -
11/6/2011 HouseCallAutoReplace the hazard flasher switch
11/6/2011 LeaWhere do I find it? Thanks for the info!
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Why doesn't my car beeps when I lock or unlock my car doorsPhyllisBryant - 2003 Volkswagen Beetle - Preventive Maintenance - 11/2/2011
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Engine temp on dash console always reads 90Robertwd - 2001 Volkswagen Passat - Preventive Maintenance - 10/30/2011
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10/30/2011 Hot Wheelz Automotive IIMy best guess, without actually testing.... a bad tempurature gauge sensor.
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Why do I only only get 14 mpg highway driving & less mpg local driving? Normal highway speeds is 50-60 miles per hourBill - 1993 Volkswagen EuroVan - Preventive Maintenance - 10/27/2011
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10/27/2011 CamarozenPerform a complete tune up and service of the vehicle, inspect tire pressure and brake components, and ensure none of your filters (air, fuel, transmission) are in need of replacement and go from there.
1/9/2012 BillThanks.
I did all of the above and did not notice any difference in my MPG. A friend suggested cleaning the Idle Air Control Valve. How do I clean it and are any manual adjustments needed after it is cleaned and reinstalled?
thanks,
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My air condition and heater is working good. My only problem is my temperature gauge is not raising up to 190 degrees.Phil Mandigal - 2004 Volkswagen Jetta - Preventive Maintenance - 10/25/2011It occur only once in a while. No warning lights are on.
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Where do you add antifreeze ?Carla - 1999 Volkswagen Beetle - Preventive Maintenance - 10/24/2011Loosing radiator fluid-
10/24/2011 yboy82You have to locate the radiator cap and then remove it to add anti-freeze. Try to check out this link http://www.ehow.com/.../...wagen-beetle.html to have an idea how to add anti-freeze in your vehicle.
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