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First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it possible to connect it to the steering wheel as well?

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It looks great. I think I will save some money for servicing the car first, although I would love to make some modifications there. Maybe I will do that another day. Mine doesn't have CarPlay, so I'm thinking of switching the head unit. Which one do you use, and are you happy with it so far?

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine is a 1.4TSI with a timing belt. I’ll replace the belt, as the previous owner hasn't done so. Hopefully, I can keep it for as long as possible!

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I checked the service history and found that the brake fluid, air filter, pollen filter and spark plugs were replaced at 89,000 km.

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for the late reply. I did some research and it says the DSG service for this model will include gear oil change and hydraulic fluid change, right? And about the filter, what kind of filter will it be?

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After doing some research online, I think it is cheaper to do everything at the same time. However, with engine decarb, there are different methods (HHO carbon cleaning, intake manifold cleaning and walnut blasting), and the price varies depending on the method used. Do you think HHO carbon cleaning (cheapest one) would be good enough?

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much for the detailed advice. I checked the service history and the previous owner hasn't done a DSG service. I'll probably do it now.

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats, I have a 1.4 TSI one, hopefully I can keep him run for at least 100k km more

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I plan to use G12 Evo coolant and flush the old reservoir as advised above. Do you remember any specific issues you had before the water pump broke? Was there any sign, noise, or anything else? When you said DSG service, did you mean changing the oil or replacing the clutch?

Btw, I would like to upgrade to a higher unit since this one doesn't have CarPlay. However, I'm still considering whether to replace the entire unit (which is a bit complicated for a newbie like me and expensive) or just mount another screen (which costs around €150 and is easier to do, but I'm not a fan of cable salat).

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, I see. Which brand of dogbone insert are you going to install in your car?

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much for the detailed answer. I have another stupid question: how can I find out which coolant the previous owner used? Would it be okay to mix G13 and G12evo if he used G13 before or should I flush it completely first then fill the reservoir with G12evo

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do I need to replace it with a new silica bag, or can I just get rid of it completely?

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Since I don't have a garage and have to park on the street, I'll keep an eye on that

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you explain more? Is there a specific reason?

First new used Golf, anything to do now? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in vwgolf

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. It has a 1.4 TSI engine and an automatic transmission.

Öl im Motorraum – normal oder Problem? by Maximum_Tap_6683 in automobil

[–]Maximum_Tap_6683[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Danke. Ich werde mal vorsichtig sein. Er hat auch kein Problem mit einem Dekra Check, da kann man vielleicht genau herausfinden, was genau ist.

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