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Gday ALL from a fustrated 103TDI broken TIGUAN --- DPF (30,000km only :( )

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    Gday ALL from a fustrated 103TDI broken TIGUAN --- DPF (30,000km only :( )

    Hi all

    The title says it all.

    Been googling non stop last week trying to get what, how the ..... F this could happen.
    Financially this is crippling as our car is low K's fastidiously looked after and serviced.

    cheers
    Tags: cheers, crippling, financially, happen, serviced
  • #2
    Sorry to hear you have DPF issues.

    How old is the car? I'm guessing from your comments that it's outside warranty.

    It may be that the low km has actually been the problem if the car has been used for predominantly short trips. Though having to replace the DPF after 30,000km would probably have to be some sort of a record.

    2017 Tiguan Sportline - Tigger73's 162TSI Sportline
    2016 Scirocco R, stage 1, 205kwaw (sold) - Tigger73's Scirocco R Build
    2013 Tiguan 155TSI, stage 1, 144kwaw (sold) - Tigger73's 155TSI Build
    2011 Tiguan 125TSI, Stage 2+, 152kwaw (sold)     - Tigger73's 125TSI Build

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    • #3
      Have no idea what your on about. Take it to a dealer see what they say, never heard of a DPF going @ 30,000kms, only g450 exhaust pressure sensors which is a cheap fix.

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      • #4
        2010 model and Build
        immaculate condition in and out
        wife does a mixture of freeway driving and yes a lot of small trips!
        Apparently sensor is fine its the 45g plus reading, plus limp mode plus plus plus
        mmmmm still gob smacked on how this came to a head so quickly with the only warning sign being car fan on after a few drives.

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        • #5
          I'd be taking it to a good independent workshop for a second opinion if you haven't already.

          2017 Tiguan Sportline - Tigger73's 162TSI Sportline
          2016 Scirocco R, stage 1, 205kwaw (sold) - Tigger73's Scirocco R Build
          2013 Tiguan 155TSI, stage 1, 144kwaw (sold) - Tigger73's 155TSI Build
          2011 Tiguan 125TSI, Stage 2+, 152kwaw (sold)           - Tigger73's 125TSI Build

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          • #6
            The statutory warranty should kick in, unless you've used contaminated fuel or wrong oil during servicing. Another thing that will drastically shorten the life of the DPF is the CHEAP tuning boxes. So, if you've done nothing wrong, you should approach the VW dealer or VW head office and ask them to fix it at no cost to you.

            We have 2010 and 2012 Tiguans driving only in the city and very short trips too (7km one way or even less) and I don't see the life of the DPF being shortened.

            One more hint (probably doesn't apply to you), once you see any warning light on the dash, you need to act asap not weeks or months later. The fault in the memory has a freeze frame data logged and the mechanic will know how long you have been driving after the fault.
            Last edited by Transporter; 23-09-2014, 08:02 AM.
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            • #7
              I agree with Transporter. With only 30,000km you have statutory warranty rights whether it's in the 3yr VW warranty period or not .

              Suggest you go to the dealer & also ring VW Customer assist if the dealer fobs you off or doesn't want to play ball.

              I assume you've got a nice stamp in your book every 12 months & your service person has been using 507.00 oil?
              carandimage The place where Off-Topic is On-Topic
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              • #8
                thanks guys
                will take the fight to them once VW assess the damage today

                cheers for the advice, fingers crossed as we were actually looking at buying new 2015 as per my name!
                LOL don't you love irony. Might have to go back to the trusty Subaru brand again.

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                • #9
                  Where has it been serviced and what oil has been used. (Brand and viscosity)
                  2021 Kamiq LE 110 , Moon White, BV cameras F & B
                  Mamba Ebike to replace Tiguan

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                  • #10
                    VW service centre and serviced more than needed as mileage requirements not met. (low kms)

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by R Line TIGUAN TDI or Pet View Post
                      VW service centre and serviced more than needed as mileage requirements not met. (low kms)
                      But did they put the correct oil in. Castrol 5w 30 longlife Prefessional III for instance.
                      2021 Kamiq LE 110 , Moon White, BV cameras F & B
                      Mamba Ebike to replace Tiguan

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by Hillbilly View Post
                        But did they put the correct oil in. Castrol 5w 30 longlife Prefessional III for instance.
                        If it has the magic VW Service Centre stamp then correct oil is irrelevant isn't it? That's why people pay the inflated dealership prices - for peace of mind and expert advice / workmanship... or so it says on the VW web site.
                        carandimage The place where Off-Topic is On-Topic
                        I used to think I was anal-retentive until I started getting involved in car forums

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                        • #13
                          Could have been an ignorant apprentice that put the oil for a petrol version in it. Wont be the first time I bet.

                          I take it your sarcasm button is working. LOL
                          2021 Kamiq LE 110 , Moon White, BV cameras F & B
                          Mamba Ebike to replace Tiguan

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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by Hillbilly View Post
                            Could have been an ignorant apprentice that put the oil for a petrol version in it. Wont be the first time I bet.

                            I take it your sarcasm button is working. LOL
                            Steady on HillBilly. I was an ignorant apprentice once. I never made a single mistake that I'll admit too.
                            carandimage The place where Off-Topic is On-Topic
                            I used to think I was anal-retentive until I started getting involved in car forums

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                            • #15
                              Originally posted by brad View Post
                              Steady on HillBilly. I was an ignorant apprentice once. I never made a single mistake that I'll admit too.
                              In your case then you can substitute UNKNOWING for ignorant ROFL

                              I was told I could make as many mistakes as I liked only dont make any of them twice LOL
                              2021 Kamiq LE 110 , Moon White, BV cameras F & B
                              Mamba Ebike to replace Tiguan

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