http://www.vwforum.com/forums This discussion area is for any general discussions related specifically to Volkswagen. en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:25:37 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.vwforum.com/forums http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/sills-side-my-6n-5-door-39201/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:33:09 GMT Does anyone know wether the trims on the side of the 6n 5 door are stuck on or do they have lugs along them? :confused: Does anyone know wether the trims on the side of the 6n 5 door are stuck on or do they have lugs along them? :confused: ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion 6n-Polo http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/sills-side-my-6n-5-door-39201/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/fcp-groton-offers-15-off-cyber-week-39180/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:08:35 GMT Instead of extending traditional discounts on “Black Friday” or “Cyber Monday”, FCP Groton has decided to dedicate an entire week to special discounts and savings which we are calling “Cyber Week”. “Cyber Week” at FCP Groton will run from Tuesday, November 24th to Tuesday, December 1st, and we will be offering 15% off all purchases and free shipping over $99 by using coupon code “cybershot,” which is our largest discount at the company to date. In conjunction with the new Lifetime Warranty program we have just rolled out, we feel FCP Groton can provide the BEST value while giving consumers the HIGHEST confidence in our products. If you don’t see the product you are looking for at Buy Car Parts - Aftermarket Auto Parts - Volvo Parts, VW Parts, Audi Parts, BMW Parts, Mercedes Parts, Porsche Parts please don’t hesitate to speak with our customer service representatives by calling toll free 877-634-0063. We have access to well over 1 million products. For more information on our lifetime warranty program, please visit FCP Groton Lifetime Waranty Registration. ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion FCPGroton http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/fcp-groton-offers-15-off-cyber-week-39180/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/fcp-groton-now-offers-lifetime-warranty-all-products-39179/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:05:17 GMT We are excited to announce that we will now be offering a limited lifetime warranty on ALL FCP Groton products. By ensuring excellence through quality and customer satisfaction, our loyal customer base is only growing during these tough times, allowing us to move to the forefront of the automotive industry.

FCP Groton provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty for our automotive products REGARDLESS of the manufacturer's warranty. Should our product fail to be in good working order during the warranty period, FCP Groton will refund the price of the product given that the guidelines have been met and provided that the product has not been subjected to abuse, misuse, accident, disaster or non-FCP Groton authorized modification or repair. FCP Groton's limited lifetime warranty does not transfer with the change of vehicle ownership. FCP Groton will not warranty products for cosmetic reasons (rust, color fade, etc). Email us at warranty@fcpgroton.com for more info, or visit warranty.fcpgroton.com.

You've heard about O'Reilly or NAPA extending lifetime warranty on their brake pads and discs. In fact, you may have also heard of other retailers claiming lifetime warranty on non-functioning parts excluding brakes, engine, tune up, or timing. FCP Groton is providing a lifetime warranty on ALL FCP Groton products- no exclusions! Simply meet our requirements and your purchase will be covered for the life of your vehicle! Email us at warranty@fcpgroton.com for more info, or visit warranty.fcpgroton.com. ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion FCPGroton http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/fcp-groton-now-offers-lifetime-warranty-all-products-39179/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/parking-assistance-systems-39175/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:03:28 GMT Hello,

I've posted this message in the "New members introductions" forum, but since it kind of got ignored (and it probably wasn't its place there either) I'll post it here too.

I'm hopefully a few steps away from becoming a proud owner of a new Golf MK6. Not only that, but it's gonna be my first car too (actually it'll be both mine and my girlfriend's).

Now there are still a few things I am unsure about and I'd like to hear some opinions about one of them. Thing is we're both noob drivers and I'd rather play safe and get some sort of parking assistance. So I have to decide if I get optical parking sensors or the reversing camera (the camera would also force me to also get the cooler CD-player RCD510 so I kinda like the idea). None is also an option.

So which one should it be?

Thanks! ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion vlad http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/parking-assistance-systems-39175/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/instrument-cluster-help-39172/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:57:22 GMT I just purchased a 2000 jetta GLS a couple weeks ago, love the car but one little problem. The speedometer and tach gauge needles don't light up. I removed and disassembled the cluster and found what my guess are LED's. I did not attempt to remove them for fear of damaging anything. Does anyone know where I can get replacements and how I go about replacing them? ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion joerawdawg http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/instrument-cluster-help-39172/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/good-deal-od1-2-scanner-39154/ Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:23:52 GMT Amazon.com: Actron CP9145 AutoScanner Diagnostic Code Scanner with Live, Record and Playback Data Capability for OBDII Vehicles: Automotive Im thinking of picking one up. Amazon.com: Actron CP9145 AutoScanner Diagnostic... Im thinking of picking one up. ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion CrypticApathy http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/good-deal-od1-2-scanner-39154/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/stolen-westey-15-11-09-a-39120/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:03:53 GMT *OUR VAN WAS STOLEN LAST NIGHT FROM OUT THE FRONT OF OUR HOUSE IN CHICHESTER WEST SUSSEX! WAS THERE AT 8PM AND GONE AT 5.45AM THIS MORNING PLEASE KEEP YOUR EYES OPEN FOR IT AND IF YOU HAVE ANY INFO PLEASE CONTACT THE POLICE ! REG : G794BBK DISTINGUISHING POINTS: ARC ALLOY WHEELS PURPLE CURTAINS STANDARD WESTY INTERIOR HAD CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS IN IT WHEN STOLEN FOR THE SOUTHERN PARTY PIN STRIP DECALS ON REAR WINDOW AND TAILGATE* Image: http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad46/kurtgunby/01.jpg Image: http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad46/kurtgunby/04.jpg Image: http://i920.photobucket.com/albums/ad46/kurtgunby/06.jpg OUR VAN WAS STOLEN LAST NIGHT FROM OUT THE FRONT OF OUR HOUSE IN CHICHESTER WEST SUSSEX!
WAS THERE AT 8PM AND GONE AT 5.45AM THIS MORNING PLEASE KEEP YOUR EYES
OPEN FOR IT AND IF YOU HAVE ANY INFO PLEASE CONTACT THE POLICE !

REG : G794BBK

DISTINGUISHING POINTS:
ARC ALLOY WHEELS
PURPLE CURTAINS
STANDARD WESTY INTERIOR
HAD CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS IN IT WHEN STOLEN FOR THE SOUTHERN PARTY
PIN STRIP DECALS ON REAR WINDOW AND TAILGATE



]]> General Volkswagen Discussion kaminokid http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/stolen-westey-15-11-09-a-39120/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/electric-power-steering-failure-39109/ Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:35:55 GMT i have a 2004 Touran,
I was driving my car on the highway then something happen, the steering wheel very very Heavy!driving at the highest speed of 180km!! I may get killed there!!

then 3 beep & red steering wheel warning light on dashboard

When i call Volkswagen Libya customer care about my problem They told me "Yes We Have Touran Electric Power Steering - & Will Charge You $2600 :( "!!

Electric Power Steering Cost $2600 is that normal?
Electric Power Steering failure, is that normal? it's very dangerous.


So I need some help here..
Where Can I Find "2004 Touran Electric Power Steering" Online, Parts Website or something like that?

Any help would be appreciated
Best Regards - Fredj ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion DCCD http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/electric-power-steering-failure-39109/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/wont-start-39107/ Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:21:08 GMT I bought an 86 Golf GTI At first no spark, fixed problem. Timing is good, seems like no fuel in cylinder cold start doesnt leak with key on fuel pressure good . it almost starts then dies.should the cold start shoot alittle spray with key on? plunger in fuel distributer seems to let fuel through when manuelly pushed and with engine turning over the air plate lifts up. Were should I start. One poor full time student. I bought an 86 Golf GTI At first no spark, fixed problem. Timing is good, seems like no fuel in cylinder cold start doesnt leak with key on fuel pressure good . it almost starts then dies.should the cold start shoot alittle spray with key on? plunger in fuel distributer seems to let fuel through when manuelly pushed and with engine turning over the air plate lifts up. Were should I start. One poor full time student. ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion porterjohn054 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/wont-start-39107/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/help-00-vr6-wont-start-ignition-issue-39077/ Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:59:20 GMT Hey guys....I lent my parents my 2000 VR6 jetta for the week and the battery died, my father hooked up a battery charger in the start (70amp) mode and turned it over, he said it made a bang under the dash almost like a relay burning up.

Anyone have any clue on what could have burnt that won't allow it to start now. I put a new battery in, it turns over fine but won't fire. Any help is greatly appreciated!!!


Thanks! ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion gvladu http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/help-00-vr6-wont-start-ignition-issue-39077/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/not-so-good-vdub-39060/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:55:41 GMT My vehicle is a VW autosleeper camper with just 8400 miles but 4 years old, obviously in pristine condition.
Thanks for the forum I should like to tell you about my experience with VW and it is painful. My camper goes to the VW agent for service and anything else so when it lost all power I went to them for help.They diagnosed a blown turbo and advised me to contact VW which I did, VW told me that my garage was not qualified to diagnose problems with a van and I had to take it, in limp home mode 15 miles to the VW commercial garage where it was diagnosed as a blown turbo. VW offered to pay 50% of the bill, but i first had to take it home, 15 miles, then return to the garage, another 15 miles all in limp home mode. After the work was completed VW actually paid 44% of the total cost. Unfortunately they don't tell you about problems like this in their advertisements so be warned. ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion lez http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/not-so-good-vdub-39060/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/help-39053/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:44:20 GMT hey everyone, i have just promised a girl i am keen on that i would take out her existing radio from her 1998 polo, and replace it with a new cd player. however, i can not find a decent wiring diagram online, so if someone could post one up for me i might actually have a shot with her, instead of looking like a complete muppet. also what is the best method to dismantle the dash etc to follow wires to speakers and retro fit rear speakers. hey everyone,

i have just promised a girl i am keen on that i would take out her existing radio from her 1998 polo, and replace it with a new cd player. however, i can not find a decent wiring diagram online, so if someone could post one up for me i might actually have a shot with her, instead of looking like a complete muppet.
also what is the best method to dismantle the dash etc to follow wires to speakers and retro fit rear speakers. ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion pomblasta http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/help-39053/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/2002-jetta-1-8t-39043/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:16:34 GMT hi guys i have a 2002 vw jetta 1.8t, just wondering if there is some sensor on my auto tranny that would make it hang in first gear once in a while, please let me know, i like good news lol hi guys i have a 2002 vw jetta 1.8t, just wondering if there is some sensor on my auto tranny that would make it hang in first gear once in a while, please let me know, i like good news lol ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion jonsyboy89 http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/2002-jetta-1-8t-39043/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/rabbit-truck-39042/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 02:07:49 GMT does anyone on here have one im 13 and i have one. i have 3 years till i can acctually use it so im tryin to do as much as i can to it feel free to give me ideas on what to do with it does anyone on here have one im 13 and i have one. i have 3 years till i can acctually use it so im tryin to do as much as i can to it feel free to give me ideas on what to do with it ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion rabbitracer http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/rabbit-truck-39042/ http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/whatever-happened-phaeton-39041/ Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:33:18 GMT Volkswagen Phaeton Introduced in 2002, the full sized Volkswagen Phaeton was sold in the U.S. for the 2004 and 2005 model years. When time came to introduce the 2006 models, the Phaeton was not included in VW’s line up. Two years of abysmal sales spelled the end of the Phaeton at least on American and Canadian highways. What happened to the Phaeton? Will a full sized VW ever grace its North American line up again? Read on and we’ll explore exactly what doomed the North American Phaeton. There are many reasons why the Volkswagen Phaeton was doomed even before it hit the American market: Whoever heard of a luxury VW? In a country where Mercedes, BMW, and Audi represent German luxury, the thought of including VW in that sentence seemed all too foreign to most drivers. Ever since the Beetle, the Squareback, and the Bus held sway in the U.S., consumers have been treated to one inexpensive VW after another. Somehow, adding a luxury model to the Volkswagen mix seemed a bit of a stretch. Too expensive. With a base sticker price of $66,000 the Phaeton was priced tens of thousands of dollars above the price of the Passat, the nearest vehicle in the VW line up to the Phaeton. And the volkswagen oem parts (http://www.vw-auto-parts-wholesale.com/) are out of reach. Disappointing quality: One of the biggest disappointments with the VW Phaeton were its service issues. Quite frankly, the car was seen in the shop more than any car in its class. Volkswagen has struggled with electronic problems and oil issues with several models over the years and the Phaeton has been no exception. With the large number of electronic gizmos found in each model, concern about the Phaeton’s long term dependability were noised abroad before the car even reached America’s shores. Thus, the VW Phaeton already had a “problem plagued” label affixed to it, although that label is partly undeserved. Volkswagen Phaeton
Introduced in 2002, the full sized Volkswagen Phaeton was sold in the U.S. for the 2004 and 2005 model years. When time came to introduce the 2006 models, the Phaeton was not included in VW’s line up. Two years of abysmal sales spelled the end of the Phaeton at least on American and Canadian highways. What happened to the Phaeton? Will a full sized VW ever grace its North American line up again? Read on and we’ll explore exactly what doomed the North American Phaeton.

There are many reasons why the Volkswagen Phaeton was doomed even before it hit the American market:


Whoever heard of a luxury VW? In a country where Mercedes, BMW, and Audi represent German luxury, the thought of including VW in that sentence seemed all too foreign to most drivers. Ever since the Beetle, the Squareback, and the Bus held sway in the U.S., consumers have been treated to one inexpensive VW after another. Somehow, adding a luxury model to the Volkswagen mix seemed a bit of a stretch.

Too expensive. With a base sticker price of $66,000 the Phaeton was priced tens of thousands of dollars above the price of the Passat, the nearest vehicle in the VW line up to the Phaeton. And the volkswagen oem parts are out of reach.

Disappointing quality: One of the biggest disappointments with the VW Phaeton were its service issues. Quite frankly, the car was seen in the shop more than any car in its class. Volkswagen has struggled with electronic problems and oil issues with several models over the years and the Phaeton has been no exception. With the large number of electronic gizmos found in each model, concern about the Phaeton’s long term dependability were noised abroad before the car even reached America’s shores. Thus, the VW Phaeton already had a “problem plagued” label affixed to it, although that label is partly undeserved. ]]> General Volkswagen Discussion brandonthump http://www.vwforum.com/forums/f11/whatever-happened-phaeton-39041/