Golf V R32 :: Removing Broken Rear Belly Pan Bolt?
just got back into a .:R 6/18/13 and took it to a nearby jiffy lube to get an oil change not 100% sure if they're responsible or not but i noticed the belly pan was hanging rather low and broke not too long after. ordered a replacement from ecs w/ the 3 M6x20 pan->subframe bolts since they were missing. got under the car today to replace/install new pan and noticed that 2 of the missing bolts were broken in the frame. tried searching but found nothing?
View 4 RepliesGolf IV R32 :: Both Outer CV Boots Ripped
So I finally got a chance to pull the front wheels off the car yesterday and noticed that BOTH outer CV boots are ripped and there is grease everywhere. How long this has been going on for but I haven't noticed any grinding or popping noises yet so hopefully they're still good.
I've checked on ECS Tuning and they have replacement boots, OEM ones. I'm honestly really low on funds, and would like to opt for the cheaper ones but wondering if I will regret it,
Also, as far as replacing the boots go, I'm sure it's easiest just to remove both axles correct? Do I need any special tools for this job? Any DIYs? This is my daily so I will have to drive it like this for the time being although I really don't want to.?
Golf IV / Jetta IV :: 2003 - Auxiliary Water Pump Wires Got Ripped Out
Some how my aux water pump wires got ripped out and I'm not sure if they shorted out. I pig tailed the wires on the pump and ran the car up to temp and turned car off and pump was not running. If the wires did or can short out what would I look for to replace (ie fuse, relay). Also I'm not sure which wire goes to what pin as the plug got ripped off. Wires are black red, and brown black.
View 2 RepliesGolf IV / Jetta IV :: Multifunction Steering Wheel / Ripped Cruise Control Buttons
During the tedious removal of the airbag from my mk4 multifunction steering wheel, I managed to rip the cruise control buttons wires out of their harness. I am honestly bewildered by the descriptions I've found online, and just want a photo of which colored wires should go in which holes XD.
View 2 RepliesAudi - A4 :: Belly Pan Loose Causing Clattering / Rattling Noise
The belly pan on my AUDI A4 is loose and causing a clattering, rattling noise. I looked under the car and it looks like all of the screws are missing..... Can I fix this myself?
I saw that a lot of places online sell the screws but pricing was a bit confusing and I wanted to make sure it's something I can fix myself.
GTI 337/20th Anniversary :: Hose Is Ripped
As you can clearly see the hose just kinda ripped. Looks like an oil return line? What would cause this. I check it out once my CEL popped up. still under warranty but I'd have to swap DV's first.
View 3 RepliesPrius (Gen 2) :: Hit Pothole - Rim Has A Big Dent And Tire Is All Ripped Up
This evening in the dark I hit a pothole. I did not see it. It is a busy 3 lane road. Changed my tire. The rim has a big dent in it and the tire is all ripped up.
How much a new tire and rim for a 2008 Prius is going to cost? We looked underneath the car and the other parts seem ok.
Passat (B5) :: Drive Axle Boots Ripped
So I went to rotate my tires today and noticed grease around the inside of the rim to which i then noticed that my Drive Axle Boots are ripped. I noticed the grease around the wheel well last time I changed my oil and thought it was something I drove through. I guess Not How much should this job cost? I called the mechanic and he said because there is no "clicking" noise when I turn that he can replace the boots and add grease and it should be fine but that job will cost $500, $250 for each side. Should I stop driving the car right away?
View 13 RepliesFord Excursion :: Rear Hitch Ripped Due To Rust?
A buddy of mine ripped the hitch off his excursion due to rust. Anything can be fixed. I will try to get a picture of it.
View 10 RepliesAccent RB (2012+) :: Fog Light Got Ripped And Hook Broke - Replace Bumper?
I have a 2012 Accent GLS with premium package. So, this came with fog lights. Few months back, one of the fog lights got ripped of its place and the body shop said the hooks which hold the light are broken and whole bumper need to be replaced for the light to be attached and quote was given for around $750.
I contacted other small body shops to just stick the light with glue but no one accepted to do that.
I don't use those fog lights anyway. So, is it cheap in a way to remove the other fog light and just fill the fog light spots? When I say fill, I am not sure what those are called which exist in place of fog lights for a car with no fog lights. I think its better than just being with one fog light.
Ford F-150 (2009-2014) :: Heat Shield Under Oil Pan / Front Hole Ripped
This fiber material doesn't hold up to mud and sand very well. So much so, that the front hole ripped through. It won't stay fastened. I have all of the twist bolts still. Looking for a way to fix the shield so it will hold. I tried exposing a washer to it, but the epoxy doesn't like the material very well. I know the owners manual says to remove the shield if you are going to be off roading, but I hesitate to leave it off 100% of the time.
View 4 RepliesLexus GS 2013+ :: 2015 - Part Of Inner Fender Ripped Off On Front Driver Side
While I was driving home tonight, i rolled over something essentially ripped off part of the inner fender on the front driver's side. I think it might be a two or three piece set for the inner fender. the front section that protects some fluid tank and the headlight stuff is now gone. the top and rear pieces are damaged. I will post photos/videos tomorrow during daytime when I remove the remaining pieces (can't drive with them in). I don't know if there are any differences between the various years, but I do have a 2015.
View 14 RepliesPrius V :: 2013 - Auxiliary Port / Cell Phone Charger Plastic Ripped Off
While I was pulling out my charger from the port of my brand new 2013 Prius Two, the whole plastic housing the auxiliary/charger ripped off. Nothing was damaged, nor was any plastic bits pulled off. It just came apart. I tried for so long trying to put it back in, but to no avail. Here's the picture on Imgur: [URL] ....
View 1 RepliesLexus RX 2010-15 :: Headlamp Washer Cover On Driver Side Ripped Off During Car Wash
I have a 2015 RX 350 .. headlamp washer cover on drivers side was ripped off during car wash. How to repair ... versus going to dealership. I can paint a new cover ...
View 8 RepliesFord Brakes/Suspension :: 1997 F250 - Front Tire Chains Broke And Ripped The ABS Wire
I have a 1997 F250 Light Duty with a 5.4L and 4 wheel drive, 216,000 miles. Last year one of my front tire chains broke and ripped the ABS wire. I have soldered them back together and no longer have the ABS light illuminated in the dash. However, when I apply the brakes at speeds slower than 25 mph, the ABS pulses. Over 25 mph the brakes work as they should until almost stopped and then they pulse.
View 1 RepliesGolf/GTI VII :: Installing Mk7 Golf Cargo Net?
I've bought the accessory cargo net for my Mk7 Golf (5N0 065 111) but it's a flat-on-the-floor type, and I'd like a vertical version near the rear of the cargo area. It looks like there is some sort of rigging points on the sides of the interior panels right near the hatch, where a vertical net might fit. I find no such part from VW.
View 1 RepliesGolf VI R :: Girls With Golf R's
Not sure what happened to our old thread, but I'm starting a new one. I think it's a great way for all us gals to keep up with eachother, see what we're doing with the cars.
I'm about to do a little upgrade to the stereo. I just ordered a uber stealth sub box from Nik.
What's happening, ladies?!
Oh...and pics of the ride (w/specialkk43 - Girl Power, Kyle! )
RedLineNikiR - 4-door TR
specialkk43 - 2-door CSG
Abalinka - 2-door RB
Cozotessa18 - 2-door RB
htull85
KatieLuvsFstRabbits - 4-door CW
contrition - 2-door CSG
kkd22 - 4-door CW
VWCabby89 - DPB
Jon B. - 2-door CW
bootleg betty - 4-door RB
djangofett - 2-door CW
Hobbes279 - 4-door CW
ongnoi - 4-door CS
Golf IV R32 :: MIL Comes On
I just bought my R about a month ago from a private seller..its been a dream. Just ran it through emissions and it passed just fine.. but a day later my MIL comes on.. its not flashing but it still concerns me. Anything i can do without taking it to VW for a 128 buck diagnostic fee?
View 5 RepliesGolf/GTI VI :: RCD-310 Vs RCD-510 - Which Is Better Overall
And I'm talking usability wise when you have hundreds of mp3s. Apparently sound quality is the same in both. Buying the media-in box and the USB cable for the 310 is almost as expensive as ticking the 510 in the options list and use an SD card, so I'm a bit torn on which I should order (if I'm ordering a MkVI in the first place...).
Let's list a few pros and cons on both I know without having used either with mp3s:
RCD-310:
+You use the device with physical keys instead of touch display - you hit the right keys while keeping your eyes on the road
-Not enough info on the display for easy use with a lot of mp3s/folders?
RCD-510:
+More info on the display compared to the 310
-Too much info on the display for safe use while driving?
-Not being able to feel the (touch display's virtual) keys forces you to take your eyes off the road while using it
BTW: Can browse music folders with the steering wheel controls?