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by Gez
Sun Dec 25, 2016 8:59 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Whitest headlight bulbs?
Replies: 8
Views: 2772

Re: Whitest headlight bulbs?

Thanks, I'll try one of those!
by Gez
Sun Dec 25, 2016 1:53 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Whitest headlight bulbs?
Replies: 8
Views: 2772

Whitest headlight bulbs?

Hi guys, I have a 2012 Passat Sport ESTATE, got white LED DRL & sidebulbs, currently running Osram nightbresker dipped beam bulbs which are great for visibility but look too yellow & bland, anyone else running white bulbs? Not interested in an aftermarket HID kit so that's not an option.
by Gez
Thu Nov 03, 2016 12:48 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Nervous about remapping 140bhp Passat (2011)
Replies: 21
Views: 4833

Re: Nervous about remapping 140bhp Passat (2011)

I remapped my b6 2.0 CR at 220k miles on original Turbo & was still going strong at 276k when I sold it, I had an economy map which was smooth, no issues at all.
by Gez
Sun Oct 23, 2016 10:42 am
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Passat sport DRL Issue
Replies: 16
Views: 3787

Re: Passat sport DRL Issue

My Passat Sport has developed this issue also, whereabouts was the engine bay wiring damaged?
by Gez
Sun Sep 25, 2016 4:39 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: Blue motion grill
Replies: 1
Views: 951

Blue motion grill

Has anyone bought a bluemotion grill?
Can't find any on eBay, decided there is too much chrome on the front of the car so a bluemotion grill is a good way of removing two of the four chrome slats on the grill.
Will price one with TPS tomorrow.
by Gez
Tue Sep 13, 2016 10:03 pm
Forum: GENERAL CHAT
Topic: city breaks...which one ?
Replies: 10
Views: 2994

Re: city breaks...which one ?

Kraków is awesome, very reasonable as well.
Would recommend Auschwitz & Birkenau, harrowing but certainly an experience.
Schindlers factory is worth a visit as are the shooting ranges.
by Gez
Mon Jul 04, 2016 10:09 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: LED upgraded bulbs
Replies: 6
Views: 1877

Re: LED upgraded bulbs

Appreciated mate, cheers!
by Gez
Mon Jul 04, 2016 9:17 pm
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: LED upgraded bulbs
Replies: 6
Views: 1877

Re: LED upgraded bulbs

Thanks mate, ordered these for the DRLs http://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/361265659644?_mwBanner=1 Will these also work as LEDs for the reverse lights or are these a different fitment? My B6 http://i1022.photobucket.com/albums/af341/TVSScotland/Mobile%20Uploads/249B4C66-7621-4E58-9375-D6021395934A_zps9h1ua3iv...
by Gez
Sat Jun 25, 2016 8:07 am
Forum: B7 PASSAT -2011 on..
Topic: LED upgraded bulbs
Replies: 6
Views: 1877

LED upgraded bulbs

Hi guys, just bought a b7 2.0 TDI Sport wagon, although I've just come from an 09 b6 Highline. Anyway, looking to upgrade the DRL, side light & puddle lights with LEDs, can anyone tell me what fitment these are so I can order them? Are Cree ones worth the extra over normal LED? Does anyone know ...
by Gez
Thu Mar 12, 2015 1:39 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: Dieselgeek CR inlet manifold fix?
Replies: 1
Views: 825

Dieselgeek CR inlet manifold fix?

Had the same EML code for a few months, tried turning it off for it to immediately reappear. Code is PO2015 relating to the inlet manifold & flaps. My mechanic advised the linkage had come off & put it back on but that lasted about a day. From researching this VW don't appear to sell the lin...
by Gez
Wed Feb 25, 2015 9:45 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: Thermostat replacement on B6 170 BMR
Replies: 4
Views: 1777

Re: Thermostat replacement on B6 170 BMR

Unsure if my CR thermostat is on its way out as it used to sit bang on 90 but seems to drop quite a bit - I know it's winter but can't remember it being like this before?
by Gez
Wed Feb 25, 2015 9:42 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: dreaded cam belt change
Replies: 22
Views: 4234

Re: dreaded cam belt change

Pretty sure I had my CR done for about £280 using VW parts.
by Gez
Wed Feb 25, 2015 9:41 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: MFSW buttons & horn not working
Replies: 3
Views: 943

Re: MFSW buttons & horn not working

It was the slip ring, only £53 from TPS and not too hard to fit.
by Gez
Tue Feb 17, 2015 9:55 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: B6 mileage registry
Replies: 71
Views: 9373

Re: B6 mileage registry

2009 2.0 CR cbab 208k
by Gez
Tue Feb 17, 2015 9:29 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: whats your passat b6 mileage.
Replies: 19
Views: 3715

Re: whats your passat b6 mileage.

Had a turbo actuator at 120k & clutch & DMF at 192k, serviced every 10k
by Gez
Tue Feb 17, 2015 8:08 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: whats your passat b6 mileage.
Replies: 19
Views: 3715

Re: whats your passat b6 mileage.

2009 cbab code - 208k
by Gez
Tue Feb 17, 2015 7:25 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: MFSW buttons & horn not working
Replies: 3
Views: 943

MFSW buttons & horn not working

I have a 2009 B6 Highline that came standard with 8 button mfsw, but tonight went to change volume & it didn't work - then noticed none of it inc horn was operative, and the buttons weren't lit up. However, up on turning the steering lock to lock there is one point, about 90 degrees to the right...
by Gez
Sun Jan 18, 2015 10:10 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: B6 2.0 TDI CR Advice..
Replies: 5
Views: 1548

Re: B6 2.0 TDI CR Advice..

My 2009 CR is on 203k - never had a clutch or DMF til 190k but mine has been serviced every 10k.
No DPF issues so far but that depends how it's been driven as my mate had DPF failure on his 2007 PD at 100k.
by Gez
Thu Dec 25, 2014 11:32 am
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: 2.0 TDI CR EML
Replies: 6
Views: 1813

Re: 2.0 TDI CR EML

Mine has had this code a lot, emls been on for about 2 months now, will need to try this thanks.
by Gez
Tue Apr 08, 2014 9:29 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: Will DPF regen if EML is on?
Replies: 1
Views: 840

Will DPF regen if EML is on?

2009 2.0 CR engine, on 168k so getting on a bit.
EML is on - codes point to a faulty O2 sensor, but can't put it in to get sorted until next week, will the DPF still regen as normal until then? I'm thinking not.
by Gez
Wed Jan 29, 2014 10:44 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: 1.6Tdi
Replies: 12
Views: 1374

Re: 1.6Tdi

Horrendous for DPF issues & sluggish IMO.
by Gez
Mon Nov 11, 2013 9:06 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: Need help, waiting on m-way services for technician...
Replies: 8
Views: 1408

Re: Need help, waiting on m-way services for technician...

CR is known for failing actuators, mine would only seem to hit limp mode at 70mph or above.
by Gez
Tue Aug 27, 2013 9:46 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: Cambelt Change Interval TDI 140 CR
Replies: 15
Views: 2595

Re: Cambelt Change Interval TDI 140 CR

I had mine replaced at just over 4 years when it had done 120k, was a lease car previously with full VW history but cambelt hadn't been done prior.
by Gez
Thu Aug 22, 2013 10:25 pm
Forum: B6/CC PASSATS
Topic: 2010 140bhp estage bluemotion - Bad MPG - What to check ?
Replies: 17
Views: 2693

Re: 2010 140bhp estage bluemotion - Bad MPG - What to check

Lorries mean stone chips!
My CR returns about 40-45mpg urban driving, longer motorway stints usually 55 - 60 mpg at 75mph.
Got 63mpg from Edinburgh to Glasgow sat at 60mph with cruise control on once but it was soo boring.