Jul 7, 2015 · I have a 2008 VW gti that is a bit past the suggest miles to replace the timing belt. It’s “supposed” to be changed around 100-120k miles and it’s at 130k right now. Doing a little research I felt pretty sure it’s a smart idea to go ahead and replace the timing belt considering I plan on driving the car for the next few years and want to …

Dec 17, 2020 · I’ve been spending days trying to take out the caliper bracket off my VW Passat. I’m trying to replace pads and rotors for the rear. The bracket bolts are in a difficult spot for me to insert a breaker bar and get leverage. I can barely fit my socket wrench in the area, but there is no way the bolts will loosen. Has anyone ever experienced this? …

Oct 23, 2020 · Many months ago I had my oxygen sensors replaced on my car. However, the check engine light keeps coming on with the code for faulty oxygen sensor. The mechanic thinks it says this because of a wiring problem and that I should get the electrical system fixed. Does this sound right? If so, how extensive would the work be? The electrical system in the car seems to work with all other functions ...

May 3, 2017 · Googling ‘regular vs premium’ returns an astronomical number of contradicting threads and test results on the use of different kids of fuel in different engines. I always believed that one should simply follow the manufacture recommendations for the car you drive… I recently purchased a 2017 VW GTI fully expecting to have to pay for the premium fuel; all engine specs on the VW website ...

Mar 1, 2009 · I have an 99 vw gti and was told the build up is because of short trips. Is there anything I can do to avoid the build up and does it eventually lead to an early engine death. I only have 71,000 miles and I want this thing to go to at least 150,000

Jan 16, 2009 · Last week I bought a new 2009 Honda Fit Sport, mt, and noticed that the car experience severe front to back rocking while driving over freeway expansion joints. IN fact, it was so bad that my head banged repeatedly - like a jackhammer - on the headrest. Since then, I’ve experienced this problem when I drive over 35 mph on sections of freeways and city streets and anywhere where there are a ...

Apr 21, 2012 · VW is not a sports car brand, with amazingly fast and powerful performance cars. VW does not have high brand prestige …It is like Honda or Mazda. So, VW gives you all the downside of Euro imports (poor reliability, expensive German parts & repairs) with none of the upside of luxury car makers (no brand status, no high performance) In particular, I always heard that VW’s have good drive ...

Jun 8, 2022 · I am planning a trip from the Midwest to California and back. I took my car in for a check up and discovered that there is an oil leak with the timing chain tensioner/timing cover gasket. The car will not be able to be fixed in time for when I need to leave if I’m going to drive. I’m debating driving it anyway and checking the oil regularly and filling it as needed. Bad idea?

Feb 23, 2015 · I’m interested in buying either a Subaru Outback or an Audi A4 Avant (quattro 2.0 T) in the 2005-2009 range. Most of the cars I’ve seen available have between 70-100K miles and, between the two brands, the prices are pretty similar. Is a used Audi of that vintage (2005-2009) going to be significantly less reliable than a used Subaru? I know Audis are more expensive to fix when they do have ...

Nov 5, 2009 · I have a 2003 VW six speed Beetle. The car has a little under 42,000 miles on it and has received regular service. While driving yesterday, I ran over something or something fell from the undercarriage. The car then slowed and stopped. After that, the shift would not engage any gear. The car was towed, and I was told by my mechanic today that the transmission fell out. Does anyone know how ...