Need some advice on 97 Polo purchase

[RisingPhoenix]

Also, since the mechanic accidentally displaced/(I'm guessing broke off) the on windscreen rearview mirror during last service, any thoughts on replacements/adhesives to replace the original or anyone who has a good idea for a replacement gear knob/boot? Seem previous owner did a dodgy fix after trying to unscrew the OEM gear knob!

[sports racer]

Sounds like the vacuum pump. That's the one common thing that links all the locks together. Or you might have a leak somewhere so you should test the pump to see if you're getting any vacuum.

5 minute Araldite works great for sticking mirrors back on.

Is it the knob you need or the boot around the base of the gearstick?

[RisingPhoenix]

Cheers, Do you know what I should look for to test the pump? Pins to apply 12V to/sounds/actions to listen for?

Will go for the Araldite, just need to remove the old adhesive first.

Given I work in the trucking industry, I never thought I'd say this, nor may ever live it down, It's the knob I need.

[sports racer]

I'd repeat your quote but there's no way I'm going there! I've got one if you pay for postage but anything from a wrecker should be ok.

Disconnect the plastic pipe coming out of the vacuum pump and put your finger over the hole where the pipe came off. You're trying to see if there is a vacuum when you push down the lock on the drivers door.

You could also suck or blow (this post is going downhill fast) the pipe you disconnected to see if there is a leak.

Cheers

Paul

[RisingPhoenix]

Ah, the gutter. My friend of familiarity.

Will check out the vacuum pump over the weekend. When I gave it a cursory glance a week or so back the actual vacuum tubing seems to be on rather tight. Is it glued? Any risk of major damage by forcefully removing it? Is the white part over the tube a securing clip? Will send you a PM tomorrow about postage for the gear knob, do you have a boot in good condition as well by chance?

Cheers,

Steve

[sports racer]

Boot looks a bit worn from memory. It's raining and dark so I'll have a look in the morning.

On mine the plastic tube was very hard to pull off but eventually it came away without breaking anything.

[RisingPhoenix]

After my closer inspection/removal my diagnosis has come up with a faulty vacuum pump with a serious case of "how the f&^k did water get into those electronics?" Don't suppose you have a functioning Vacuum pump as well as gear knob you'd be happy to part with for some cash?

Cheers,

Steve

[RisingPhoenix]

OK. So, I have changed out the vacuum pump with one that seems to work. You can feel it humming along after turning the key etc. However. It seems the problem is larger than I thought. It now locks the fuel cap (yet doesn't unlock without removing the vacuum pump and manually releasing it via the vacuum tube) Any ideas on where to look from here. Or should I just give up on the central locking working in the Polo?

[RisingPhoenix]

Or as a side note, does anyone have a diagram on how the vacuum lines run/access to them to diagnose the issue further?

[sports racer]

Is it only the fuel cap that stays locked? If so, it sounds like it's sticking and needs to be tweaked / thumped.

[hoontime]

why does everyone think of this? From reading this thread I will ask about the gearbox but what else to look out for?

For Sale By Owner
Make Volkswagen
Model Polo
Body Type Hatchback
Year 1998
Kilometers 86000
Transmission Manual
Drivetrain Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Air Conditioning Yes
This economical 1.6mp petrol is in british racing green has done low km and in mint condition. It contains power steering and windows, a/c and dual airbags, toebar, 1 year rego,


she is asking for $5,500.

I want to pay $2000

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why does everyone think of this? From reading this thread I will ask about the gearbox but what else to look out for?

For Sale By Owner
Make Volkswagen
Model Polo
Body Type Hatchback
Year 1998
Kilometers 86000
Transmission Manual
Drivetrain Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Air Conditioning Yes
This economical 1.6mp petrol is in british racing green has done low km and in mint condition. It contains power steering and windows, a/c and dual airbags, toebar, 1 year rego,


she is asking for $5,500.

I want to pay $2000

[Wolfgang]

I don't think you've figured out how buying a car works yet. Either save more money or look for a car that is advertised very close to what you are willing to pay. No one will sell you a $5500 car for $2000.

[Umai Naa!!]

I wouldn't normally weigh into troll arguments, but seriously...

If you have $2000 to spend, find a car that is cheaper than that.

Low-balling someone is not socially acceptable. No matter how much somone is selling something for, regardless of what it's worth.

[Wolfgang]

I wouldn't normally weigh into troll arguments, but seriously...

Nor do I but I am over the endless amount of useless posts.

They have been given plenty of advice but have completely ignored all of it.