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by smoker55
Sun Feb 02, 2014 1:07 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: vacuum test
Replies: 0
Views: 485

vacuum test

How would i do a vacuum test on a 2.5 tdi .Having boost not exceeded problem and have tried and changed everything else.
by smoker55
Mon Jan 27, 2014 8:12 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: parking brake
Replies: 2
Views: 883

Re: parking brake

Am i right in saying there is only 2 types of motor for the calipers on all b6"s ? .Spline and ?????? drive .??
by smoker55
Sun Jan 19, 2014 10:22 am
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: parking brake
Replies: 2
Views: 883

parking brake

hi,can i remove the motor from my caliper without vcds? My brake is stuck on.If so can i drive car without epb until i get it sorted ??
by smoker55
Thu Jan 16, 2014 8:21 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: loss of power
Replies: 5
Views: 1138

Re: loss of power

Anyone know would a n75 valve from a 19 tdi work ok on a 2.5 tdi if they look exactly the same??
by smoker55
Mon Jan 13, 2014 7:36 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: loss of power
Replies: 5
Views: 1138

Re: loss of power

thanks for the replies.Getting a stealer tech to check all this week.will post the problem
by smoker55
Sun Jan 12, 2014 10:17 am
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: loss of power
Replies: 5
Views: 1138

loss of power

hi guys ,been having loss of power over 2000 rpm for a few weeks.Code 00575 keeps coming up.Have changed a few things and even bought and fitted a used turbo with no difference at all.When i have car on vag com and in the boost section ,should the %values for the n75 drop when the rpm rises.Either i...
by smoker55
Mon Dec 30, 2013 1:16 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: code 00575
Replies: 3
Views: 878

Re: code 00575

any 1 ??
by smoker55
Sun Dec 29, 2013 8:21 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: code 00575
Replies: 3
Views: 878

Re: code 00575

thanks carl.how can i narrow it down to know if its excess pressure or not enough ??
by smoker55
Sun Dec 29, 2013 8:06 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: code 00575
Replies: 3
Views: 878

code 00575

hi, would a clogged fuel filter bring up the code 00575 ??
by smoker55
Sun Dec 22, 2013 8:00 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: power loss
Replies: 2
Views: 749

Re: power loss

no scan yet.hopefully get 1 tomorrow.will post results.
by smoker55
Sun Dec 22, 2013 3:42 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: power loss
Replies: 2
Views: 749

power loss

anyone know why my 03 v6 wont rev out and a light came on saying emissions workshop.any help wil be great!
by smoker55
Sun Jun 16, 2013 10:22 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: tighten handbrake
Replies: 9
Views: 3142

Re: tighten handbrake

My handbrake is nearly straight up.This has just happened over a week.Any links to pics??
by smoker55
Fri Jun 14, 2013 8:14 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: tighten handbrake
Replies: 9
Views: 3142

tighten handbrake

can anyone point me to a link or tips on how to tighten/adjust handbrake.!
by smoker55
Tue Feb 26, 2013 8:32 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: towing relay
Replies: 3
Views: 515

Re: towing relay

im having probs with a pct automotive zr2500 i fitted to a 5.5.is this not needed?
by smoker55
Tue Feb 26, 2013 8:10 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: towing relay
Replies: 3
Views: 515

towing relay

any experts on towing relays ?
by smoker55
Mon Feb 18, 2013 7:03 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: towbar wiring into rear lights
Replies: 6
Views: 1263

Re: towbar wiring into rear lights

thanks guys this info is very helpful.
by smoker55
Sat Feb 16, 2013 9:05 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: towbar wiring into rear lights
Replies: 6
Views: 1263

Re: towbar wiring into rear lights

any 1 ???
by smoker55
Sat Feb 16, 2013 6:10 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: towbar wiring into rear lights
Replies: 6
Views: 1263

towbar wiring into rear lights

Hi all, has anyone got a diagram to tell me what wires to tap into for trailor lights.Been searching hopelessly and got some pointers but just want to be sure.))
by smoker55
Fri Jan 11, 2013 10:08 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Temp heating up quick
Replies: 2
Views: 614

Temp heating up quick

My v6 tdi is heating up to normal temp quicker than usual.Is there something not right here.At the min it can be up to normal temp in about a mile from freezing conditions.This is about half the time it took normally.Is this ok?
by smoker55
Sat Jan 05, 2013 3:30 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: front elec windows
Replies: 7
Views: 1376

Re: front elec windows

Has any 1 had electric window probs after installing wind reflecters? I have had both front window regulators pack in after installing reflecters.Wonder is this related!!
by smoker55
Fri Jan 04, 2013 3:45 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: front elec windows
Replies: 7
Views: 1376

Re: front elec windows

Got new electric window mechanism and not sure do i have to set motor to up or down or will it reset itself.??
by smoker55
Wed Jan 02, 2013 2:37 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: front elec windows
Replies: 7
Views: 1376

Re: front elec windows

Thanks guys.Great help.
by smoker55
Wed Jan 02, 2013 1:46 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: front elec windows
Replies: 7
Views: 1376

front elec windows

Been looking for prev posts on how to remove to inner metal door panel inside door panel to get to window but cant find any.Would be great if some 1 could help me out! Thanks guys.
by smoker55
Sun Sep 23, 2012 12:17 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Which coilovers???
Replies: 40
Views: 2554

Re: Which coilovers???

Being put off coilovers the more i read! Just want the car lowered a little and level with a fair amount of comfort but not bouncing the passengers all over the place!
by smoker55
Sat Sep 22, 2012 9:14 pm
Forum: B5 & B5.5 PASSATS
Topic: Which coilovers???
Replies: 40
Views: 2554

Re: Which coilovers???

would coilovers be more lets say "softer" when the car is slammed?