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First, if you have the 2.5 tdi, it takes 5,4 L of oil. It's true that not everyone can draw all of it out when changing it (depends on the method and patience of the mechanics), so you usually end up adding between 5-5,2 L. I would use the same oil brand/type you had in the car before changing. I always used in mine the Castrol Edge 5W-30 (supposedly best viscosity for this engine). Regarding the filters, I always used Mann, but lately I have a difficult time finding the diesel filter (dealers said they are not getting this anymore, but I guess it's market dependant), so I am using Mahle instead of Mann now. Regarding the Polen filter it's common, everybody has it, just ask for active charcoal filter. I would recommend as above, use MANN. Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

No problem, glad you sorted it out the cheapest way. Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

Very happy with Dunlop Sport Maxx TT (RT I think, nowadays). Any of the other brands mentioned above are fine as long as the DOT and the provenance are the right ones... Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

I changed it on mine, you would need a car elevator or ramp, as it is located underneath the car, just below the stick shift. Looks similar to the brake light switch, you need to be careful to the connection's number of pins (2 or 4). Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

You can use a salvaged one AFAIK, just get the codes to match both modules. Is yours beyond repair? Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

1 - D2S 2 - Yes, Google it 4 - Look up pinned topic "water ingress" - pretty comprehensive. Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

They are one and the same, to my knowledge at least. By the sound of your issues, the CCM or the wiring loom or both are the issue... Replacing the CCM is expensive, so make sure you know which is the culprit, I would start first looking for corroded wires/nodes and afterwards looking into the CCM. If you have a good electrician, he will check first if the CCM is salvageable, by opening it (corroded transistors/diodes may be replaced by a skilled hand). Good luck. Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

If you refer to the Booster pump in the tank, AFAIK some of the models have it, some don't (mine. BDG engine, doesn't). You could check for wiring to tank by lifting the back seat. But, even so, you won't know for sure if this is your culprit... Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

Sorry to hear that, but unfortunately the EML can signal a wide range of issues, starting from pump failure to shut-off valve, EGR and so on... I feel for you, but I don't know any other pin point solution without a diagnose... Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

Glad to hear you worked it out. As always, VCDS is your best buddy in such situations... Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

Wow, just saw that sh_t is considered worse than bitch in terms of slang... Funny thing... Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

If I understood correctly and you are talking about steering rack, that's a bitch to fit (gearbox off) and a **** to buy new (reconditioned ZF ~ 500 Euro, new one almost double). A gross check can be done while engine running, quick/short turns of the wheel left-right and if you feel / hear some knock sounds, might be a culprit... Any leakage of steering fluid noticed? Level ok in the vessel? I would check these before heading out for an expensive operation like replacing the steering rack... Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

That is the oil level sensor and if something would have been wrong with it, you should have had an error displayed on your BC. Don't think it's related to your issue... Trimis de pe al meu D5803 folosind Tapatalk

Closing up on 150tkm and hoping for the 300tkm mark. I wanted to be a rat myself as well about 3-4 years ago, but I couldn't find better options for replacement, in terms of value for the money. A new car with same comfort/endowments sets me back more than I am willing to spend and selling the old gal makes no sense as I get less then what I spent on her in the last couple of years... So, it looks like I will be haunting this forum for a while longer...

Best place to start would be a scan for errors with the VCDS. If done already or no errors stored, I would have a look in this thread: http://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/340266-25-tdi-cold-starting/page-3?hl=%2Bcold+%2Bstart#entry4136817 , as myself and other members had similar issues, maybe one of the solutions mentioned there might be an answer to your problem... I have tried the cheap ones (changing Glow Plugs, "T" from the fuel filter, checking the G62 sensor), but I stopped before the more expensive ones like changing the injector nozzles, as I could live with a rough start as long as our winters are not as long/harsh as yours... It's up to you how far you are prepared to go for such an issue, as with the age of the car some issues are bound to appear.