Volkswagen Tech Tip: Noise From Front End When Steering Wheel Is Turned
Vehicle owners may complain of a squeaking/creaking noise from the front of the vehicle while the steering wheel is fully turned. The ribs of the outer CV boot may contact one another when the steering wheel is fully turned. This has the potential to create a squeak or creak noise. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.
Brake Job: 2005-’11 Volkswagen Jetta A5
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. This prevents nosedive and makes for a more pleasant braking event.
Import Insights: Volkswagen (August 2015)
Volkswagen Launches “Release Your RRRR” Campaign Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) unveiled the Unleash Your Rrrr site that allows Volkswagen fans to drive a virtual Golf R using only the sound of their voice. The web app utilizes deep learning, an artificial intelligence subset of machine learning, to analyze each user’s unique impression of the Golf
Volkswagen Issues Recall on New Passats
Volkswagen Group of America Inc. is recalling up to 62 2015 Passats manufactured from May 18 to May 21 that may have been manufactured incorrectly.
New StopTech Big Brake Kits For 2015 Volkswagen GTI
Centric Parts has introduced a range of front StopTech Big Brake Kits for the 2015 Volkswagen GTI. According to Centric, StopTech High Performance Big Brake Kits offer significantly improved braking performance, feel and modulation over stock systems and are available in a variety of caliper color/rotor finish options. StopTech big brake kits have been developed through
Volkswagen: Parking Indicator Sounds Off with No Obstacle
Customer complains that the parking assistance issues warning sounds for both the front and/or rear of vehicle with no obstacle in range. Water intrusion into sensor holders is causing corroded plug contacts and sensor electrical pins, which results in acoustic feedback in the attachment area of sensor(s). Front Parking Aid Sensor Procedure • Turn ignition
Volkswagen: Unnecessary Electric Coolant Fan Replacements
Model: 2006 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan Customer concerns of “electric coolant fans continue to run after the ignition is switched off” are resulting in unnecessary coolant fan replacements. It is considered normal operation for the electric coolant fans to continue to run for up to 15 minutes after the ignition is switched off in gasoline engine
Executive Interview With Scott Barone, Senior Manager, Wholesale Parts Operations For Volkswagen Brand After Sales
From aftermarketNews Scott Barone is an automotive parts and service industry veteran of 30 years. He spent 25 years with the Mopar parts division of Chrysler Corp. and was the co-founder of OEConnection LLC, where he served six years as a board member. Currently, as senior manager, wholesale parts operations for Volkswagen Brand After Sales,
Volkswagen: Engine Does Not Start
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Passat GLX, 2.8L Complaint: The customer says the vehicle will not start. Cause: Confirmed the customer’s complaint and found the vehicle did not start. Connected a scan tool and found the following codes: • 17978 – Engine Start Blocked by Immobilizer; • 18034 – Powertrain Data Bus: Missing Message from TCU; •
PaceSetter Performance Products Offers California Legal Direct-Fit Catalytic Converter For 1998 Volkswagen Beetle, 2.0L Engine
PaceSetter Performance Products, designers and manufacturers of quality-made, affordably-priced exhaust systems and components, now offers a direct fit catalytic converter for the 1998 Volkswagen Beetle with the 2.0L engine. It is approved by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for sale and use in California and for CA-emissions-equipped cars in NY. PaceSetter Direct-Fit Catalytic Converters