Passat (B5) :: Brake Light Switch Removal / Installation
Looking for tutorials? 2003 5spd v6 passat.
View 1 RepliesPassat (B6) :: 2006 - Installation Of OEM IPod Connector?
I purchased an OEM VW ipod connector and need installing it to my factory radio. Looking for how to's? or pictures.
View 1 RepliesPassat (B5) :: Steering Wheel Volume And Tuning Controls Stopped Working
I have a 2003 Passat W8 with the Monsoon system and today I had a new problem pop up with it. On my way to work this morning the steering wheel volume and tuning controls stopped working. I also noticed that the Heads up display in the center of the dash is now blank...it used to show the CD number and track number. I can't seem to find any blown fuses in the fusebox.. I don't have the removal tools but I was going to check behind the radio to see if there might be another fuse there...
View 3 RepliesFord Excursion :: Brake Controller Installation?
Well I have my new 8.5x20 trailer on order that has electric brakes and I'm looking to install a brake controller. I don't like how cheesy all the aftermarket ones look and love fords factory controller and upfitter switches. Looking for info on swapping these in the excursions and had it working? I've looked on the net for this mod and came up with nothing.
View 14 RepliesGolf/GTI VI :: Tuning Up For Elevation Change?
I'm moving from Long Island (~0' above sea level) to Denver (~5280' above sea level). I know engines with a carburetor need a tuneup to compensate for the decreased air pressure so it doesn't run rich, but will I need to do anything special ( e.g. tuneup) to my car for proper performance? I don't really expect to because the computer should properly adjust, but I figured I'd see if maybe I should.
View 4 RepliesGMC - Sierra :: 1994 - Tuning Up - What To Change
I have a 94' sierra with a 350 cubic inch TBI. I've already replaced the thermostat, spark plugs, clutch and had the oil changed. when I bought it it looked like the plug wires and distributor cap had already been replaced recently. the big question is, other than replacing the air filter (which doesn't look like its in to bad of shape) what else should I look at doing to tune it up a bit? this is my daily driver/work/scrap hauling truck so I want to keep it running well and for a long time. there was a small metal hose that ran from my intake to the heat shield around my exhaust that got mangled pretty bad and just removed, what was it for and is it worth the expense to replace it? also I've seen ads for throttle body spacers, are they worth it? and would I need to make any changes to the ECU at all if I put one on or even put performance headers on it?
View 13 RepliesLexus LS 2007+ :: Flashing 3rd Brake Light Installation On LS460L?
Installing one on a LS460L? Can you buy just the bulb and pop it in or is it a big wiring job? I think they are a pretty good safety feature (the way the crazies drive in this City anyway) and I assume it would be an easy DIY install?
View 1 RepliesFord Excursion :: Rear Brake Caliper Line Installation?
Routine maintenance gone wrong.
Installing rear brake line and failed to put on the rear washer and stripped out the bolt hole mostly. Will still unscrew and screw back in but not enough to stop a slow drip. Is there an easy repair or time for a new caliper? Thread tape is not brake fluid resistent.
If no repair, what brand should I go with? Are they all similar or MC better? Can get Fenco for $50 and MC for $100. A1 Cardone and ACD for about $75.
Prius (Gen 1) :: Radio Seems To Be Tuning Stations Ok But Getting No Sound
I have a 2003 prius, lost audio, radio seems to be tuning the stations ok, just getting no sound.
View 6 RepliesGolf V R32 :: ECS Tuning Slow And Don't Work Intermittently?
I keep trying to go on ecs tuning and the home page is fine but when I try to go into other parts it takes ages and sometimes says an error occured and does not work...
View 2 RepliesFord Super Duty (1999-2016) :: Brake Control Installation?
I need to install a brake controller on my truck for an upcoming move from Ca to Tulsa. I have located the light blue wire for the trailer brakes behind the rear bumper but have not been able to locate the same wire under the dash.
View 4 RepliesPassat (B6) :: 2006 - Electronic Parking Brake Fault
I went skiiing this past weekend in Angel Fire, NM. When it was time to leave on Sunday I started the car and proceeded to undo the parking brake (I was parked on a n incline). As I press the button I get a message saying something like "Electronic Parking Brake Fault. Please Service". Then I press it again and it works. Is this something I can expect more of, or could it be due to the cold weather? It was 13F outside then at the time, and the car is a 2006 with 52K on it.
View 14 RepliesGolf IV / Jetta IV :: Losing Power And Boost At 4k RPMs After Tuning
I have a 2002 gti with an apt software tune. Whenever I'm on the interstate in 5th gear for a while. And I'll start to speed up. Once 4k kicks in. My boost no longer works when it normally pushes like 22psi. Then after slowing down. No matter what gear I'm in. It limits back to 10psi of boost and once I hit 4k. It goes super slow and boost won't work. I'm not sure what else I should get to restore my car to perform fully.
I'm currently on the factory ko3 turbo and the previous owner had nitrous hookups and lines to the motor.
I'm already 3k into fixing it. Needed new shift cables and a fresh transmission
I'm hoping to push about 250hp maybe 300hp
The boost problem is fixed once I turn the car off and back on. I just want it to work again without having to spend an arm and leg on parts and labor. My mechanic works at Volkswagen dealership. But isn't allowed to work on my car due to dealership policies about working on vehicles older than 10 years old. The guy who tuned my car professionally at an apr shop told me that I should get a smoke test done (idk where or how to do that) for my vacuum lines and that I have a cylinder 4 misfire. It may be a bad coil or spark plug. But I'd like to get some performance out of my car and I don't know what else or where to start.
Ford 6.7L Power Stroke Diesel :: Remove DEF System Only Without Tuning?
After all this time there's only a couple things about my 2012 6.7 I don't like, and one of them is the DEF system. I like the lack of smoke, and I REALLY like my warranty, but I don't like the acrid DEF exhaust smell and I don't like the amount of DEF fluid I'm going through.
So, looking for a kit to remove the DEF system but leave the truck otherwise untouched? I'd like to keep the DPF and not have to tune the truck, just eliminate the DEF and smell diesel fumes again.
I'm guessing this is a long shot given the amount of computer control of every aspect of the truck, but figured I'd ask anyway...
Passat (B7) :: HID Installation In Low Beams?
Installing hids in there low beams? i did a few hid kits on my other cars in the past no problem but i never did one like this were there's no wire going to the light bulb. where do you wire the ballast into to and how do you connect em?
View 14 RepliesPassat (B6) :: 2006 - Replaced New Pads But Brake Fault Light Came On?
Put new pads on by 2006 Passat tonight. Disconnected the battery removed the calipers and used a 12 volt battery to retract the pbrake then pushed back the pistons. Buttoned everything up but when I started the car had the park brake fault light and car is now in limp mode (3rd gear only with harsh engagements.
Disconnected the battery again and will let it sit.
Golf IV / Jetta IV :: Adjusting / Fine Tuning The Sunroof To Close Flush?
My sunroof opens and closes correctly. but when in the closed position it will be sunken into the cabin of the car a few MM not sealing to the body of the car tightly. how do I fine tune the sunroof to sit flush with the body when closed? some kind of adjustment screws?
View 4 RepliesPassat (B6) :: After Installation Of HID - Wipers Not Working
I installed the DDM kit this morning and did the coding for drl and bixenon and now my wipers don't work.
View 3 RepliesTouareg :: Squeaking Noise From Brake Pedal?
Major squeaking noise started end of last week. Could it be the brakes? but no sensor warning light came on! 36K Miles.....
Service at 30K showed brake pads to be okay. I did my own inspection and agreed. I took it to the dealer this morning (I've always had problems with them so I'm used to having to fight and try to get a good price) Dealer says I need Fron Brake Pads (to me they still look okay) and this is what's causing the problem. I'm going to replace them and advised them to drive the car after completion to check the front Drive Shaft since this seems to be a problem with this vehicle.
Concerns: Brake Light sensor did NOT come on. Squeaking noise = Could be Front Shaft.