MarkyG82
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My guess would be that the OEM option will be quite a challenge due to the modules and coding required. A mechanical LSD like a quaife would be a better option. Might be worth checking the clutch packs and doing a dsg service (unless it's been done really recently). You may find that with a remap, LSD and the bushes that the dsg remap isn't required. Personal preference of course. A pedal box helps too. For what it's worth I am interested in a LSD for my Passat as the increased torque from the electric is often too much even with good tyres.
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Colour me sceptical. My cynical head says the are getting out of paying for the job that should have been done ages ago.
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My head was in the clouds of marine engines I used to work on. Of course there's startup processes etc. My main issue with short runs on these diesels is the dpf as you suggested. I'll get my coat now.
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You obviously know your stuff. We didn't know that initially and asking about the plug raised unnecessary alarm bells. No-one aims to insult. Not on here anyway. Go to pistonheads if you want that kind of thing 😁
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I think what toot is getting at is you are questioning the sump plug so are you qualified for a timing belt job? But then there are many who won't touch a modern car as "you need a laptop these days". I've done plenty spannerring on my last 3 cars. Current one being a hybrid. Saying that it has been some time since I did anything timing related and I wasn't solo.
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You might need to remove the tray to gain access but don't see why there wouldn't be a plug.
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Most cars should have a sump plug. Depends on the frequency of the change and if a suck and swap interim between full change will suit your needs.
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It's not a grey elegance estate by any chance?
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In that case go get a cambelt with the knowledge you have it in the best possible state.
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So a full service history is only a full history of what has been done. Not necessarily what should have been done. Any brake fluid changes? That's usually the thing that highlights if it's been looked after to manufacturers recommendations. Although just seen it's a 2020 build so the first fluid change is only just needed. If there is no record of the timing belt being done then I would question it with the dealer (once you have more solid evidence on mileage period) and look to get it done.
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Timing belt is an ongoing discussion. For UK I think the current suggested period is 60k* (miles) and 5 years whichever is sooner. Most other locations around the world suggest things like 100k or 120k with no timeframe. Make of that what you will. * This may be higher I cant remember off the top.
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This is because you have the MIB2 system already. They are cross compatible between the MIB2 screens. The MIB1 screens are dedicated to their individual unit type. So MIB1 amundsen screen will not work with MIB1 columbus. One confusing exception is the MIB1 columbus screen will work with MIB2 units.
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Those screens are for mib1 units. You won't be able to swap them out without changing the main unit in the glovebox. Mib1 is also not compatible with smart link and just changing the screen will most definitely not activate that function.
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What about damage caused by lack of maintenance.......
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An easy check would be to swap the wheels front to back. If there is an issue with one wheel you'll notice the change straight away.
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With this mileage any savings you make on running costs will be small if at all. A diesel needs to be up to temp to make the best if it and sounds like you would never get it that way. Have you considered a used EV? Unless you are going to be going more than 100miles on one journey you should be able to find something useable. Although not much in the way of big boot options.
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Short answer... yes. Long answer...... It depends. If you can guarantee to be doing those longer trips at the weekend then you'll possibly have no issues. However, the savings on fuel need to be significant to make up for the short fall. The 1.0 is a nice engine to drive but I've only tried it in smaller cars. I would certainly prefer it over the 1.6 diesel though. How many miles a year do you intend to do? Fuel is roughly 10% more expensive for diesel so you would need to be doing 10% better economy. Certainly possible but marginal IMO. This site (HERE) looks to have some valuable info. A quick selection shows the 1.0 to £150 a year cheaper on fuel over 10k miles. That saving would pay for spark plugs though.
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Absolutely. Please feel free to periodically message me as a reminder.
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Sorry. I've been useless. It's currently buried in the garage with little likelihood of finding it in the next few weeks.
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That should be ok for a diesel. How many miles has the car done, how long have you had it and have you always done those sort of trips?
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Doubt that's gross weight for the iV version. That could be curb weight as it's very close to the figures I found for the Passat.
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What sort of trips do you do? Sounds very much like the dpf is trying to do it's thing.
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@dieselV6The rim width will be a big factor. No use getting 225 to fit 6j rims if that's the size you are looking at. The only other size of OEM 17s is 7j which come 225 wide.
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