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1999 to 2001 TDI require replacement of timing belt every 40K miles for automatic and every 60K for manual. Installing the new 2002 style belt and tensioner allow the 1999-2001 TDI to go 80K miles between timing belt changes.
dndkk- you are reading the manual wrong, the manual is showing replacement at 40K for auto, 60 K for manual, 80K for auto, and 120K for manual.
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Has anyone had or heard of this problem before? Any suggestions for what to do? I am about at the point of selling the car and never recommending anyone buying a VW. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Was the replacement of the turbo covered under warranty at least? Just curious.
I've been on the phone with VOA regularly trying to get the failure mechanism out of them... no luck. She seemed surprised that it wasn't offered as a warranty item. They will call in 24 - 48 hours to let me know if I get more than a turbo for Christmas...
Of course the first dealer told me it wasn't my turbo, but my glow plugs that were causing the power loss at 65mph ;^) I didn't go back there...
I poked around TDIclub.com. Interesting site, I couldn't find anything specific. I did post there though too.
How long should a turbo in a well maintained car be expected to last?
I usually hang out over in the MPV and Volvo threads, but after some car shifting (you know, family in town for the Holidays and all that), I've ended up w/ my m.i.l's '98 Jetta 2.0L for the next two weeks. "Figure out what's wrong with the car" I'm told as my wife takes the keys to my beloved 850 T-5. So, after a few days of driving the Jetta, here is what I've noticed, if anyone can isolate these issues:
1. The exhaust rattles underneath...only when cold. Now, it's minus 10F right outside, so I think it's just the cold and the pipes are barely touching something, but the mil has complained about this...
2. The slushbox is highly reluctant to shifting. It'll hang onto 2nd or 3rd for a long time, up to about 4500rpm with light pedal pressure, and won't actually stay in 4th until you've gotten over 65mph. I think somethings actually wrong w/it. I may be being slightly critical since my T-5 Volvo shifts so smoothly, but this Jetta does seem to shift oddly.
If anyone can help me, that'd be great! Aside from these two issues, I like the car, which reminds me of my old MkI GTI, very tossable and fun to drive.
thx!
/javadoc
I got stuck at work struggling with being unable to turn the car on. It turn just enough to get power on, as if the steering column is keeping it from turning the car over. I now have it sitting in my driveway unable to drive it due to this latest problem.
I need some advise. I am a student on a very tight budjet and i am looking for my first reasonable car. Basically I need realiability (especially for our Canadian winters), don't want to invest tons in repairs and just a car that will get me to school,work, home. I expect to do about 20 000km/yr and I always keep up on oil changes and general maintenance etc.
Passing by my local garage, I noticed someone was selling a 4 door, 5-Speed 91 Jetta. It has 215 000 kms, some rust, visible repairs on the moldings but otherwise it seems in good shape. Took it for a spin and it seemed ok although i'm not used to driving manual. The thing that concerned me is that there was a light on the dashboard and buzzing of some sort, like a warning light. The guy said it was something he had to adjust. Any ideas what it could be? He's asking for $2000 CDN.
I am wondering what you all think of this. Do Jettas have an overall good rating? In terms of quality, do you think this car would last very much longer...will it see 300 000? Is there anyone out there with this same car that can give me some advise? Or anyone that has had experience with Jettas, were you pleased or deceived with Jetta?
Thank you so much for your help and advise. I appreciate all your time and patience. My first car is a big step and I dont want to make a mistake.
Have a great day!!
I hope not to be sorry I bought this car, but it's starting to look that way. I love everything about it, but I should not be turning up the radio to drown out rattles in a car that's not even 2 months old yet! Makes no sense.
215Km is 133,000 USA miles and that's pretty far along for a '91 Jetta. But the asking price seems pretty cheap so maybe it's okay for now. But you need to have it checked to see if it would require any repairs right now right here. You don't want to spend that chunk of money and then have to spend more next week. Of course as time goes on you will put money into it.
So have a mechanic look at it and give you a list. It will be money well spent.
best of luck,,
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tahnks for the feedback!
The dash rattles over bumps, right near where it meets the windshield. The rear package shelf is loose, and rattling like crazy (the dealer couldn't find it, but I did), and the driver's footrest creaked loudly this morning when I put my foot on it. I am starting to get over this quickly. It just makes me mad in a brand new, $25K car.
enjoy the car. if you can't - then get rid of it! very simple.
i don't envy you at all. the car must be pretty bad for you to let these things consume you. i definitely would just trade it in for another Protege or Civic or something.
so you found the rattle in the back. and the service department did not. sounds like a better service department would be a good idea.
good luck with it Paul. remember, it is just a car. i know that you have more important things going on in your life than to let a VW stress you out.
when do i get the recipe for the crab dip, btw?
Just a thought.
/java (75k creak-free miles) doc
Also, it just makes me mad that a brand new car would have rattles and all. Maybe it's because the interior is so devoid from other noise that I notice the rattles more. I am not stressing over it, I am going to the dealer one more time before I totally lose it. Just kidding.
By the way, the car is a 2001 Jetta GLS 2.0, automatic trnas, black on black leather, 15" alloys
Synthetic oil is not mandatory on my 1997 and will not void your warranty. I have that in writing from VoA.
Still curious how long a well maintained turbo should last... will I have this problem again?
Thanks
That being said, the Jetta is my Dad's favorite car in our family. He chose the Jetta to drive to Pittsburgh (From NY) over my Mom's CLK, My Saab, & his QX4.
Did anybody see the specs on the 25th Anniversary GTI 1.8T (Europe Only:(? )-60 in 6.5 seconds! Pretty impressive!
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
I checked with her and she said just the pads were replaced.
I'm pretty sure the Jetta is built on the A3 platform. The Passat (Sometimes called the Audi A5) is the only car I know of which shares its platform (B6) with the A4.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
You are really confused with this platform thing.
A4 or Mk4 Golf, Jetta and New Beetle are those produced since 1998 (New Beetle) and 1999 for Golf and Jetta.
Current Passat is B5 platform and B4 was the previous one that ended in 1997.
A1 or Mk1 was 1975 to 1984 Rabbit (Golf) and Jetta.
A2 or Mk2 was 1985 to 1992 Golf and Jetta.
A3 or Mk3 was 1993 to 1999 Golf and Jetta.
A4 or Mk4 started in 1998 with New Beetle and 1999.5 for Golf and Jetta.
The Cabriolet is still being built in Mexico on the Mk3 platform.
I am not sure which platform is used on which Audi model so I will not comment on them. The Passat is certainly NOT on the B6? platform.
Any ideas?
1. Right Side creak coming from somewhere. Door or something. This problem is recurrent and not continuous. It might have to do with colder weather.
2. Back right door rattles. Sounds like something's loose in the speaker.
I want to avoid the dealer if possible (obviously they'll probably have to address the rattle). I'm just incredulous that VW can't fix these little problems. It seems like it eventually happens to everyone. My car is luckily still under warranty, but what a hassle!
Please help!!!!