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    Need new Turbo?

    Thanks for the feedback guys. Having it towed to a local TDI specialist for further eval. I'll do some research in the mean time.
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    Need new Turbo?

    My car died the other day so I took it to the closest mechanic and it's pulling code 00175 Actuator Module for Turbocharger Stuck and 09571 Turbo Boost Control Position Sensor Circuit Implausible Signal. Guy says it needs a new Turbo and is quoting me $1,800 for the parts and $1,000 for the...
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    Well we picked up the car last night and it seems to be running fine for now. I'm sure we've shortened the life of the pump though and my fear is that when/if it goes out, we will be on the hook for the full cost of the repair. They didn't say anything about voiding our warranty but I'm sure...
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    Somenone posted that comprehensive claims shouldn't drive up your premiums but I'll ask the adjuster just to be sure.
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    Dealer called today and said there were no metal shavings in the filter or the pump so they think a purge, filter change, and re-fuel will take care of it. Said something about replacing a seal too. The guy said they've done this a couple times and have had success with it. He quoted me $600...
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    It wasn't that she forgot it was a diesel. I guess there was some green around the pump somewhere so she thought she was puting in diesel fuel. That would be good though should you loan your car to somebody and forget to tell them.
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    What can the dealiership do other than void my warranty which expires in 8,000 miles anyway? And wouldn't any repairs they make carry some kind of warranty? I'm just nervous if it turns out to be a VERY expensive repair, that the insurance company would be more likely to approve the claim if...
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    Just went through my policy and in the comprehensive section, it states in so many words that the company will cover damage to vehicle caused by accident, other than collision. I looked through what I hope is the list of exclusions and I didn't see anything remotely pertaining to the act of...
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    Called the insurance company today and the girl "thinks" it will be covered but wouldn't know for sure unless we put in a claim. I asked her to email me a copy of the policy so I'll go through it today to make sure it's not under any of the exclusions. Assuming it's covered, I'll just have it...
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    Great feedback guys. I knew this was the place to go. First thing I'll do then is check my policy to see if it's covered. If not, I'll send it over to the the local, trusted TDI mechanic and pray he can help me out.
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    Wouldn't I need full coverage for that? I'm in California and I think I only have the minimmum.
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    She says her tank was empty and she filled it up. Then drove about 5 miles home, car sputtering along the way.
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    That's what I was thinking. I could tow it to Wild Rose Motors who have a great rep but that's $200 just for the tow and around $500 to drain everything. I called a local guy and sounds like he wants to drain it but not replace the filter unless it "needs" it. He's about $350. Wondering if...
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    Help! Wy Wife Put Unleaded In Our TDI!!

    :eek:. Could someone help out with some advice or direct me to a thread about this topic. I've searched around but haven't found much. We've got a 2009 Sportwagen and my Wife accidentally put Unleaded in it and drove it about 5 miles home. Should I just drain the tank, re-fill it with...
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    Release date of new Jetta SportWagen TDI?

    Lovin' the grill though! That looks nice! Sounds like the JSW TDI is still in relatively short supply huh? I thought by now they'd be readily available. Good luck to all still searching. We've got a little over 9,000 on ours. Almost time for that first service.
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    Release date of new Jetta SportWagen TDI?

    We got our JSW in October and are loving every bit of it. My wife drives it 95% of the time so I don't really have alot to post about anymore. When I do get to drive it though, it is truly a treat. No mechanical issues, pano is sweet, mpg is great. My wife loves it as much as I do. Hope...
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    Release date of new Jetta SportWagen TDI?

    Yeah, I 86'd the idea after speaking to the good folks here. It wasn't so much about the money but I thought if the results of the tests were favorable, I'd be doing my part to help VW promote the TDI as a great alternative to RUG vehicles. However this is a pretty significant investment on our...
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    Release date of new Jetta SportWagen TDI?

    Maybe your right. I'm starting to have second thoughts myself. Thanks for the feedback.
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    Release date of new Jetta SportWagen TDI?

    It is voluntary after all. They aren't making anybody do anything. I think it's just a study. If we get selected though, I will drop by the shop and inquire about the exact nature of the tests. I understand your scepticism though. We'll see what happerns.
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    CEE Test: Who's doing it?

    LOL!! I dumbed it down a bunch just to make it a simple post. They sent a couple formal looking letters and a pre-paid Business Reply Mail thing. Here is their website if anyone is intrested. I actually work not far from their facility so I could drop by and check on my baby.:D
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