Lucas_R
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Last Activity: Yesterday, 03:32 PM
Joined: 12-02-2011
Location: Newcastle
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Hi and welcome. It sounds like you have done a lot of cosmetic work to your Polo. It would be nice to see some photos if you have some to share. -
The coolant level sensor built into the coolant overflow tank is very common to fail and this causes the "low coolant" message on your dash, even though the coolant level is actually ok.
New coolant cap is optional but might be a good idea.
https://www.vagparts....Leave a comment:
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If you want something cheap then id probably go with this one which has software on it for VW group vehicles. https://www.amazon.com.au/Diagnostic...07BS7PDC2?th=1
The one you linked to is a generic one that works on all brands but only does limited...Leave a comment:
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The 034 swaybar is a nice upgrade over the factory hollow swaybar isn't it. They are very nice quality parts.
Did you clean the mesh screen filter thingy when you did your Haldex service? If not, it might be a good idea.Leave a comment:
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I watched a review on the new Tiguan 195TSI last night. Looks like a nice car but the elephant in the room is the price....
The review I watched said the engine was straight out of the Mk8.5 Golf GTI.Leave a comment:
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Are you getting any lights on the dash flashing when the shuddering is happening? It could well be misfiring due to failing ignition coil packs and/or spark plugs, seeing they are 8 years old.
You really need to hook the car up to a diagnostic device to interrogate the cars computer to...Leave a comment:
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I have recently gone through this process of sourcing oils for the front and rear diffs, centre diff and transmission for my Audi SQ5. I ended up buying the (very expensive) genuine oils due to reading some people having issues after using non-genuine stuff. Although a very small risk, I decided it...Leave a comment:
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Hi and welcome Ogi. I know we get the EA888 3b engine in several models here in Australia.Leave a comment:
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Hi and welcome. Nice choice with an Octy 162TSI vRS and bonus points for finding a manual (I bet there aren't too many manuals). Did you get a wagon or the liftback?
An ECU tune (commonly referred to as a 'stage 1' tune) is the easiest and most cost effective way to give you some additional...Leave a comment:
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That part # is for a Bluetooth kit they mounted in VW Polo's of the same era. Not sure I have ever seen on in a Golf because they include a little display screen which is fitted somewhere appropriate on the dashboard, this is quite obvious when you look in the car. But IF it does in fact have this bluetooth...Leave a comment:
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