Month: October 2017
Volkswagen Gen 1 Fix Impressions: Vol.2
In the middle of August, I had my 2010 Jetta “fixed”. As I reported immediately after the fix, the car drove as well, if not better, than before the fix. Power delivery and responsiveness was improved. And, as predicted by VW, the engine was slightly noisier than pre-fix. This was especially noticeable on the highway. ...
Diesel Engine Runaway – What is it? What do you do about it?
Engine runaway is a dangerous condition that is more common in diesel engines than gasoline engines. Read on to learn how to handle this situation!
ALH TDI Thermostat Replacement
If your TDI is not reaching full engine temperature and the air coming out of the vents is not very hot even on the hottest setting, it may be time to replace your thermostat. Luckily, replacing the thermostat on an ALH is a straightforward affair.
CRD Glow Plugs – 5 Volt or 7 Volt?
If your Jeep Liberty CRD needs replacement glow plugs, you might be confused by the different options, including choosing 5 volt or 7 volt editions. This guide will walk you through making the right choice.
Mk V Jetta/Golf/Sportwagen Rear Brake Change How-To
This how-to details the procedure for changing the rear brakes on any Volkswagen on the A5 chassis. The process is the same for gas and diesel models. Required Parts: Rear Brake Set (A5) Includes everything you need to change the rear brakes on your Mk. V Jetta or Sportwagen. Required Tools 13mm Wrench 19mm Wrench ...
BMW’s New B Series Diesels
In North America diesel enthusiasts continue to live under the cloud of VW’s diesel emissions scandal. In Europe major cities are threatening to ban internal combustion engines all together, diesels first. But while that’s happening, manufacturers are introducing new versions of common rail diesels that are more powerful, more efficient, and yes, cleaner than ever. ...