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    Retrofitting ACC to Mk7 TDI

    No problem. Another learning is never do this job without a second person assisting with the pushing the pedal..! In my case (or if someone is attempting it single handed), i was doing this all alone late night, so the family was deep sleeping., the power bleeder with ~25 psi maintained a...
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    Retrofitting ACC to Mk7 TDI

    I like the idea of activating the abs and pushing the bubbles in to reservoir., that would be really cool. But doing this twice., my observation is after running the abs pumps., the air (from the abs) is pushed downstream., and the most visible place is front right caliper., where the bubbles...
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    Retrofitting ACC to Mk7 TDI

    Just wanted to keep you posted on my rework on brake bleeding to resolve the "SPONGY BRAKE" condition. The rebleed procedure is now complete, and the pedal feels solid like when it was new. Supplies : 2 Litres of fresh brake fluid - ATE SL6., low viscous type. Motive (or home...
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    Retrofitting ACC to Mk7 TDI

    Did the same, literally waited for my old windshield to crack with the combination of rock chip from the big trucks and the arizona heat. Did not go through the insurance though., took care of it out of pocket for around $ 450. Looked up the correct glass part number., found a glass installer to...
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    Retrofitting ACC to Mk7 TDI

    Thanks for the quick response. I am planning to do this again., using the following sequence - 1. Bleed via ODIS ABS cycle/bleeding 2. Perform Hydraulic System Bleeding procedure as the manual (attached below) suggests. Since the fluid is brand new, may be will use clean dry catch can and...
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    Retrofitting ACC to Mk7 TDI

    User Nuje - Would once again like to thank you for clearly documenting the steps. Last week I was doing the ABS replacement with ..AB module, was literally a brain surgery :)., not a professional mechanic so took my own time and was able to complete it in 3 days working few hours each day...
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    Retrofitting ACC to Mk7 TDI

    Great Write-up lots of information gathered enough to start doing the retrofit on my vehicle after few failed attempts. In process of getting the parts procured, Round LRR Radar, ABS Module, etc. One Question I had about the radar is, these ones are quite hard to find used online and/or...
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    UNOFFICIAL Adblue Heater Element Failure Thread

    I had the same issue with the level sensor unit, tripping the CEL on and off, quite intermittent. Upon removing the tank and inspecting, it appears the sensor inside the tank heater has 4 electrodes/Leads. One for Common, and the other 3 for sensing the levels - Low, Medium and High. In my...
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    For Sale (Phx, AZ) : Used and Working 2013 Passat TDI Adblue Tank heater kit

    Update : This is Sold :(
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    For Sale (Phx, AZ) : Used and Working 2013 Passat TDI Adblue Tank heater kit

    *** UPDATE : This is Sold *** Up for sale is a working - ITEM : Working ADBlue Heater Kit, from 2013 Passat TDI SE (NMS). Mfg Part Number : 7L6198970A Fits : 2012+ Passat TDI and Some Toureg TDIs Includes - - Heater Kit (with Heater Coil, Temp Sensor and Level Sensor) - Gasket and...
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    Fault code help P203B

    Checked with my dealer and they need 1100 USD for the fix. Its lame.... Would probably wait for till end of this year for the VW Dieselgate fix., may be they cover it as a part of that remediation. If nothing else, will do it myself.
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    Fault code help P203B

    Sorry for reviewing the old thread, can anyone update the experience on fixing this particular Adblue issue on P203B ? I am having the same issue at 49000K Miles., top uped the DEF and reset the code. After 50 - 60 miles the CEL is back on. VCDS Code : 9632 - Reductant Level Sensor...
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    Passat NMS VCDS Tricks / Upgrades

    Both auto rain wipers and sunroof/window closing works off of the RLS Rain Sensors. As others mentioned, its always a hit or miss thing., has to some something with the Sensor itself. One thing i noticed was, ever since i replaced my windshields (stock windshield broked) replaced with a OEM...
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    Volkswagen's Clean Air Act violations on 2009+ TDIs spark huge recall, investigations

    Just checked the craigslist ad listing for my area., and I already see so many 2009+ Golfs, Jettas and Passats on sale .... Crazy people :)
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    Passat NMS VCDS Tricks / Upgrades

    Any one successfully installed the Euro Chirp Siren on their 2012+ Passat yet ? Found a number of threads with this DIY sucessfully done on their MK6s and Jettas. However on my vehicle - 2013 Passat TDI SE w/SR and NAV. the retrofit did not work. Installed the Siren (P/N - 1KO951605C) on Pin...
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    Alarm Retrofit?

    Does anyone one know if the 2013 Passat SE w/sunroof (NMS) Supports the Euro Siren alarm ? P/N 1K0 951 605C I tried connecting this 3 pin alarm on my car. connected the +12, Ground and LIN Connector to B36 on the CECM. As far as i see, the VCDS identifies the alarm, in 09 - Central...
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    Passat NMS Body Controller Information

    Yes I did see the spread sheet, but it seems most of the pins, atleast the ones i was looking is not populated. Basically looking for the J519 pinouts for the newer BCM units of 2013 + Models. Since I am looking to hookup the LIN Bus Siren to replace the Alarm Horn on my 2013 Passat TDI SE w/SR.
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    Passat NMS Body Controller Information

    Did any one manage to get the detailed Pinouts for this BCM Module(s) ? I did find one somewhere, but it is not complete.
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    Installing Rear Door Warning Lights - Puddle Lights

    Here is another link which explains the door trim removal process in much detail - http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?5527245-How-to-take-the-door-and-trunk-trim-apart
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    Installing Rear Door Warning Lights - Puddle Lights

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