2011-2018 Volkswagen Touareg Alignment Specs
The second-generation VW Touareg hit the roads in 2011 and just finished its production run this year. Aligning the second-generation Touareg is very similar to the previous generation. Previous-generation Touareg models had uneven and rapid tire wear problems. The second generation is not known for this issue.
Volkswagen, Audi Direct Fuel Injection System
For the past decade, almost every vehicle that Volkswagen and Audi has sold in the U.S. has been equipped with direct fuel injection. These FSI, TSI and GDI systems allow for better fuel economy and power. The switch to direct injection has also allowed Volkswagen to downsize its engines from 2.0L to 1.4L on base models without losing any power, while still improving fuel efficiency.
Volkswagen Tech Tip: DTC P0401, Followed By P2463, Due To High Soot Loads Before Regeneration Cycle
The car owner may complain that the MIL light is on. When the codes are scanned, code P0401 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient and P2463 DPF Soot Accumulation will be stored in the ECM.
BorgWarner Provides All-Wheel-Drive Coupling For The New Volkswagen Crafter
The company has supplied two versions of its electro-hydraulically actuated all-wheel-drive coupling, one that features a differential lock control at the rear axle, and one coupling that does not.
Volkswagen To Revive Iconic MicroBus In Electronic Form, With ‘Intelligent Co-Pilot’
The Volkswagen MicroBus is making a comeback, and it’s just one of a new generation of VW vehicles that will incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning to power self-driving capabilities.
ÜRO Parts Introduces Engine Valve Cover For Audi Q7 And Volkswagen CC, Passat And Touareg
Applications include 2007-2010 Audi Q7, 2012-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2008-2012 Passat, and 2007-2016 Touareg models.
Volkswagen Brake Job 2005-2011 Jetta Applications
The rear pads and rotors will typically wear out faster than the front brakes. The Volkswagens of this generation have electronic brake distribution, and under normal stopping conditions, the system will use the rear brakes more than the front.
Liqui Moly Top Tec 6200 Meets Latest Volkswagen Requirements
Liqui Moly’s Top Tec 6200 was developed for the Euro 6 emissions standard and meets the latest Volkswagen requirements.
Volkswagen VR6 Head Gasket Replacement
The Volkswagen VR6 engine, introduced in 1994, has a narrow “V” configuration that allows six cylinders to be mounted in the same area as a four-cylinder engine. While head gasket failure is not a common occurrence, it does occur on engines where the cooling system has been neglected due to a lack of regular maintenance. With that said, here are seven tips to make a head gasket job a little easier.
Volkswagen Tech Tip: DTC P0145 Software Update
DTC P0145 (Oxygen Sensor Circuit Bank 1-Sensor 3 Slow Response) is stored in the ECM. No other fault codes are present. The monitoring strategy that occurs between the rich-lean phases is too slow.
