Phaeton :: 2006 - Steering Wheel Angle Sensor
So the saga of getting my 2006 Phaeton fixed after an interaction with a deer continues ..... The car has been put back together and fixed, but now there is a new warning light linked to the steering wheel angle sensor.
View 10 RepliesPhaeton :: 2006 V8 - Steering Wheel Not Moving Back To Set Position
Just when I thought I understood how to use all the controls on the 2006 V8 Phaeton I got two weeks ago, the steering wheel has thrown me a curve.
I have pressed the button on the column that makes the wheel move back when I turn off the car so its easier to get out, then it moves back to the set position when I start the car again. But for some reason, it moves back, but no longer moves forward to the set position when I start the car again. Have I done something by accident to change this function?
Phaeton :: Getting Vibrations From Steering Wheel At 50 - 70 Mph
At 50-70mph I get vibrations through the steering wheel as it bubbles badly, from research on the forum it seems like a bad control arm?
View 6 RepliesPhaeton :: Latch On Hood Not Releasing All The Way
I had problems this morning opening my hood, the latch was real tight so pulled it and it released but not all the way. I tried opening the hood but it's stuck and won't even closed either. It's there a trick or some other lever I'm missing? I never had to do it before.
View 1 RepliesPhaeton :: Heated Steering Wheel Won't Warm?
My year 11 3L V6 Phaeton has the heated steering wheel button fitted on the right side return of the wheel centre hub and it indeed does press in as though there is a switch there, but the wheel never gets warm and no lights/symbols come up on the console.
I guess the simple question is: Do VW fit these switched even if the option is not installed? I've taken a photo of the options sheet from the manual, at the link below: need to decipher some of these codes, that would be good too.
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Phaeton :: Indication Light Of Steering Wheel Heater Don't Come Up
I notice that I have the steering wheel heater button on my 2006 V8. I pressed it, but the indication light did not come up on the display, and the wheel did not get warm.
View 10 RepliesPhaeton :: Brakes Replaced Now Getting Vibration In Steering Wheel
I got my Phaeton, certified pre-owned, at 23k miles. Until 45k the brakes were flawless. Steering felt solid, no vibration or feeling of shaking of any kind when the brakes were depressed.
At 45k, I got the telltale "squeak" while depressing the brakes. I took the car in, was recommended to replace all corners, pads and rotors. The replace brakes message did not appear but I was pretty sure it was coming.
So I performed the recommended service at my local, Phaeton certified, VW dealer.
Here I am, 4k miles later, I am getting a vibration in the wheel while pressing the brakes. It seems to have gotten worse from 3k to 4k post-service. Also I hear and feel a "rubbing" noise while reversing that seems to respond to the brake pedal. Almost as if the brakes are engaged while reversing even while I'm not pressing the pedal.
I've had several other cars with warped rotors and the vibration in the wheel would lead me to believe that may be the case here. In my other cars this has only gotten worse with time. So I am contemplating discussing with the service manager to see what can be done. I drive the Phaeton quite gently, not aggressive at all.
Phaeton :: Removing Scratched Badge From The Steering Wheel?
I have just managed to remove my scratched steering wheel badge on my phaeton. It comprises two parts, the metal holder and a thin metal badge which is glued on. (if you look closely you should be able to see the edge of the badge)
I used a small screwdriver to deeply score the badge many times, then once through, the badge can be prised off with a pair of plyers!! I the cleaned the glue from the surface using nail polish remover and am now awaiting a 50mm stick on VW badge from eBay. Hope it looks good..
Phaeton :: Audible Whine When Turning The Steering Wheel
My Phaeton has pretty audible whine when turning the steering wheel. Closer to lock- the louder the noise. Can I check the fluid myself or is this going to become a trip to the dealer?
View 5 RepliesPhaeton :: Steering Wheel No Longer Adjust In Up / Down Range
My W12 Steering wheel seems to no longer adjust in the up/down range when I use the button on the side of the steering column. It does move in/out. Is there a way to reinitialize or calibrate the steering wheel.
View 1 RepliesPhaeton :: No Audio In HUD Menu For Steering Wheel Controls?
I have a question regarding the HUD display and the steering wheel audio controls. According to the manual there should be a audi menu in the HUD control by the steering wheel controls. I don't seem to see one? I have the upgraded audio with digital. I checked the TOC and can't seem to find anything about this. Am I missing something?
View 24 RepliesPhaeton :: Quirky Steering Wheel Retract When Turn Off The Car?
- If I turn off the car with the door closed, it starts to retract but stops as soon as I open the door.
- If I turn off the car with the door open, it retracts all the way.
Why does it do this? My routine is to take out the keys then open the door, and it always results in the steering wheel about half way retracted.
Phaeton :: Easy Entry Function, Cause The Steering Wheel To Move Up And Down?
Does the 'easy entry' function on your Phaeton only cause the steering wheel to move up and down, or, does it cause the steering wheel to move up and down and the driver seat to slide back and forward? My understanding is that both actions should take place - wheel up and seat back (or vice-versa), but I can only ever recall seeing the steering wheel of my car move up.
View 16 RepliesPhaeton :: 2004 - Steering Wheel Retraction Groaning Noise
Had my 2004 Phaeton in to take care of some smaller interior issues under warranty. One of them was that the steering column makes a groaning noise when it is being retracted. Service advisor told me that the Phaeton technician (who is also the shop foreman - Jim Ellis VW Marietta) told him that this is common with Phaetons and there isn't a realistic fix for it. I've read the post already about the felt strip wearing down, but I'm wondering how many of you have the steering column groaning noise when it's being retracted when the car is shut off? I'm trying to decide whether to push the issue with the dealer or just live with it.
View 12 RepliesPhaeton :: AC Drips Or Leak In Center Left To Right And About Even With Steering Wheel
I just noticed 2 small puddles under the car tonight. They are in the center left to right, and about even with the steering wheel (front to back). They appear to be water, but I was just wondering if this is the normal a/c discharge, or something else?
View 3 RepliesPhaeton :: No Sound / Volume Control On Steering Wheel Frozen
For some reason this more there is no sound coming out of my car. This includes phone, radio everything. Also the volume control on the steering wheel seems to be frozen, it does nothing when you hit up or down.
View 15 RepliesPhaeton :: Parking Brake Sluggish / Sticking And Not Releasing Fully
Parking Brake not releasing fully and therefore the car thinks it's on, sounds the gong and puts a big red P on the MFI? I've had this problem a couple of times now. I can cure it by hooking my left foot under the parking brake pedal and just lifting it slightly at the top of its natural travel when operating the release handle. But it certainly makes me not want to put it on. Trip to the workshop required?
View 24 RepliesPhaeton :: Squeak / Judder On Electric Steering Wheel Reach Adjustment
My steering wheel, when pulling away or towards me (reach) is juddery/squeaky. I think its the 'rubber bead/dust seal' under the instrument binnacle rubbing on the plastic steering column shroud as it moves in and out. It works and doesn't sound slow and the motor does not sound under strain, its just noisy as the shroud does not run smoothly against the 'rubber bead'.
Up and down (rake) is quiet.
To lubricate the plastic is silicone lubrication spray the way to go? Or is there another lubricant and/or quick & easy way to get it to not squeak.
Its not a big deal, but it would be nice to have it working properly when I get in and out.
Phaeton :: Steering Wheel Slightly Turned When Wheels Pointing Straight
Is there any quick fix for this? My steering wheel is slightly turned when the wheels are pointing straight. I thought a wheel alignment would fix this, but it didn't.
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