jettajim
Veteran Member
Hi,
I need some help and this is the only place to get it. I am the very proud owner of a 2000 Jetta TDI just purchased last week.
I tried to buy a Bentley repair manual and they aren't out yet. Does anyone know when they will be available?
I looked for 20 minutes for the ATF dipstick & heard from a service person that there is none and I would have to have it serviced by a technician. He also said it is good for 100,000 miles but yet he did not know if it was synthetic. Does anyone know how to change the ATF without the use of a computer? People don't understand that the transmission's primary enemy is heat. Living in Houston, it is a 'must' to be able to change the ATF regularly-every 2 to 3 years.
My final question deals with engine oil. What is the top brand of synthetic? I read the section on this website for viscocity and the various brands. Is Mobile Delvac the best? Should I try to find CH? How long should I leave the original oil in? The book says 5,000 miles but it seems that is too long. I also use a synthetic oil 'additive' in my 1990 Jetta-only 4 oz every oil change. It is an extremely slippery substance that adheres to the internal pores of the engine that produces less wear. It also increases the gas mileage-36.7 mpg on a VW gas engine with 150,000 miles. The brand is called Tuf-Oil and you can only buy it through the manufacturer. Does anyone use a similar substance on their already-broken-in TDI?
Thanks for the responses!
I need some help and this is the only place to get it. I am the very proud owner of a 2000 Jetta TDI just purchased last week.
I tried to buy a Bentley repair manual and they aren't out yet. Does anyone know when they will be available?
I looked for 20 minutes for the ATF dipstick & heard from a service person that there is none and I would have to have it serviced by a technician. He also said it is good for 100,000 miles but yet he did not know if it was synthetic. Does anyone know how to change the ATF without the use of a computer? People don't understand that the transmission's primary enemy is heat. Living in Houston, it is a 'must' to be able to change the ATF regularly-every 2 to 3 years.
My final question deals with engine oil. What is the top brand of synthetic? I read the section on this website for viscocity and the various brands. Is Mobile Delvac the best? Should I try to find CH? How long should I leave the original oil in? The book says 5,000 miles but it seems that is too long. I also use a synthetic oil 'additive' in my 1990 Jetta-only 4 oz every oil change. It is an extremely slippery substance that adheres to the internal pores of the engine that produces less wear. It also increases the gas mileage-36.7 mpg on a VW gas engine with 150,000 miles. The brand is called Tuf-Oil and you can only buy it through the manufacturer. Does anyone use a similar substance on their already-broken-in TDI?
Thanks for the responses!