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Recommendations for good MPG vehicle
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Only way to make that car look better would be for you to pose beside it in your bikini DCiAdmin. 
But you are barely sweet sixteen now. You can't fool an old Fool.Sweetie, the last time I wore a bikini, I think I was younger than 12. Scary thought!
Heads up DC....got word from my mechanic that the Passat has a recall on that transmission,don't know how far the years go,but a recall for the Jetta and Passat was in affect when he has just worked on a Passat . Anyway the woman got a brand new transmission out of it...
Like any vehicle there are plenty of TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins) for the Passat but I can find no general Recall for transmission problems. It is possible a search by VIN at http://www.safercar.gov/ may uncover more information. There are several Power Train TSBs but these issues, if they occur, are only covered by manufacturer's warranty.
Edit: My search only covered the 2012 Passat TDI.
Edit: My search only covered the 2012 Passat TDI.
Like most cars in the U.S. manual transmissions are an option. A very expensive option in my opinion.
@DCiAdmin - A word of caution if your Passat has the Urea tank (DEF - Diesel Exhaust Fluid). Never let the DEF tank run dry. Doing so will cause reduced engine output until refilled and running it dry repeatedly can cause the DEF to crystalize in the system leading to expensive repairs.
I'm loving my Passat but have had a complication. I've got a check engine light on and the code seems to be P2478 - exhaust gas temp out of range bank1 sensor 1. I have filled up twice and both times put in ultra low sulpher diesel but it was 5-20% bio. Ready ng the manual today, it seems that anything above 5% is prohibited. Argh!
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I always thought this was a bit off on there recommendations,since most places sell only that type of diesel fuel..
Just saw you purchased Passat oops lol
I purchased a VW Passat TDI with 100,000 miles on it and love the driving experience. The maintenance will be a bit of a challenge as I have found that many shops aren't equipped to diagnose or work on VW diesels. So, tomorrow begins my education.
I currently have three engine lights on - the Check Engine Light (CEL) stays on solid, the Glow Plug light flashes, and now I have a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) light on. The CEL is on because the MAF sensor isn't getting good readings, the flashing glow plug code indicates a bad EGR sensor #4, and the DPF means that the car hasn't performed a regeneration to burn the soot out of the DPF since the EGR sensor is bad. I will be changing out the Sensor #4 tomorrow and hopefully forcing a regen to clear the DPF light.
My brother-in-law from marriage 1 is a trained mechanic and still works on his own cars. He will show me the ropes tomorrow and we'll see where that goes. Hopefully, I can catch on quickly as I can save a bit of $$ by performing my own repairs.
I currently have three engine lights on - the Check Engine Light (CEL) stays on solid, the Glow Plug light flashes, and now I have a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) light on. The CEL is on because the MAF sensor isn't getting good readings, the flashing glow plug code indicates a bad EGR sensor #4, and the DPF means that the car hasn't performed a regeneration to burn the soot out of the DPF since the EGR sensor is bad. I will be changing out the Sensor #4 tomorrow and hopefully forcing a regen to clear the DPF light.
My brother-in-law from marriage 1 is a trained mechanic and still works on his own cars. He will show me the ropes tomorrow and we'll see where that goes. Hopefully, I can catch on quickly as I can save a bit of $$ by performing my own repairs.
Ahh, I have Engine light after looking at it with good friend of mine that does mechanics he mention their is a sensor that is bad with the exhaust when the car got rear-ended by the previous owner. So I need to replace it also Suzuki as well is hard to fine a shop that works on them. Good luck DCIAdmin
That's one sharp looking ride DCI
Is the car running badly? If so try unplugging the maf sensor and see if there is a change. Your computer has a default safe mode that won't run great. If there is no change your maf is most likely bad. You can check voltage coming from the maf to confirm this. I'd recommend cleaning it with some crc maf cleaner before buying a new one. Make sure it says you can use it on theback of the can. This can be purchased from auauto zone for about $10. Remove maf from car...spray...let dry...reinstall. pretty simple.
As for egr valve - try removing it and cleaning it with some carb or brake cleaner first before buying a new one. Same goes with the dpf. I think they may actually make some dpf cleaner that you don't have to remove? Not 100% sure on that.
Edit: I see you said egr sensor. ..not valve. Unsure about that as well... I know gas burners better. But the maf principles should be the same deal.
As for egr valve - try removing it and cleaning it with some carb or brake cleaner first before buying a new one. Same goes with the dpf. I think they may actually make some dpf cleaner that you don't have to remove? Not 100% sure on that.
Edit: I see you said egr sensor. ..not valve. Unsure about that as well... I know gas burners better. But the maf principles should be the same deal.