zakaliyu:

Make; Volkswagen
Model, passat
Engine size, 2.8L, V6, 30V
Year, 2002-2003
Transmission, 5-speed triptronic
Specification, US
Drive configuration, 4 motion, AWD

Issues;
(12)&(04)
My problem started when my timing belt got worn out(some of the teeth got removed). It happened as I was about entering my gate and I heard the engine noise got slower, I opened the hood to check maybe the fan belt is off but it was intact. Then I drove inside and turn off the engine, I tried starting but it refuse even though the crank is turning. I called a mechanic who confirm it is the timing belt. We replace the belt and start the car, but the engine begin to vibrate. The mechanic said some valves are bent. The mechanic opened the top cylinders and replace the bent valves, but intact from then the car became from bad to worst. From then the car became undrivable, I had to tow the car to Zuba(a town close to the federal capital Abuja). The mechanics at zuba made me change the passenger's side top cylinder, the oil pump,gaskets, and fan. The car started properly, but on a test drive after 40km the engine stop and won't start again. We discovered the timing belt has cut off, and the mechanic replaced the valves, grind them, and put another timing belt. The car became drivable but the engine is vibrating just like the first time we replace the belt. I drove the car for a week before the engine stopped on motion again. Please what do I do? Should I replace the engine? Or can you refer me to a mechanic in Abuja? Cos I live close to Abuja. And How much will the engine cost? (an idea please) I am desperate.

sweet-easy:

@siena, this is one of the most informative threads i've come across on NL; keep up the good job. I intend to purchase a 2008 Volkswagen passat, am i making a good choice as per engine reliability? and what other 'Audi' options do i have in the same class? What engine type would you recommend with fuel economy in mind?
Regards

I intend to purchase a 2008 Volkswagen passat, am i making a good choice as per engine reliability? and what other 'Audi' options do i have in the same class? What engine type would you recommend with fuel economy in mind?
Regards

2008 Volkswagen Passat 2,0 FSI 6-speed automatic. Same basic design as the 2,0 T FSI, without the turbocharger. The engine is robust, and will cover well over 350,000 miles without any major repairs required. Good quality oil, regular servicing, including fluid change in the auto tranny and you'll be fine. A more grown-up, practical alternative to the mechanically similar Volkswagen Golf 2,0 FSI.

sweet-easy:

@siena thanks for your reply, there seem to be different trims using the passat engine you specified http://www.edmunds.com/volkswagen/passat/2008/?sub=sedan
which of the trims were u referring to? and as regards the audi, 2.0T or 2.0T quattro(in case of bad roads)?
Regards

zakaliyu:

@Siena, my network develop a slight problem that was why I was out. But now am back. In relation to your questions, below is the answers I know.
a) Head gaskets were replaced
b) not sure I know it, but sure the mechanic did not change it.
c) they were not changed
d) not replaced
e) not replaced
f) not even sure if the mechanic knows what it is.
g) the valves on both occasion were used one's (tokumbo) grade one, according to the part sellers

Please what else do you want to know? Or what do I do?

zakaliyu:

Thanks once more, I will take my time to find another mechanic, cos even if i give them the right ingredients they will not cook my meal to my satisfaction. The problem I am facing is how to get genuin VW parts in Nigeria, please can you link me to any seller? Or better more, link me to any site abroad that I can import the parts. And do you know any VW good mechanic around Abuja?

Siena:

Diagram 1) Transmission range switch (F125) #3. Fitted to transmission casing, driver's side, above the catalytic converter. Plug must be oil-free.
Diagram 2) Evaporative Control System (EVAP) # 5,7 and 8. All pipes and joints must be air tight.
Diagram 3) Coil pack (COP) #1.
Diagram 4) Mass Air-Flow Meter (MAF) #6. Replacement must be genuine Audi or BOSCH.

iKoksi:

Very many thanks Mr Siena, plz let's arrange for the parts I'll need as i'm not sure of getting genuine parts in Abuja. Been to Audi Place and was asked to register the car with N250,000 (~£1000) before they can even answer my greetings.

I believe If I have the parts, drawings (or service/maintenance) manual I'll sort things out myself, I'm a marine engineer.
Will be awaiting you response on mail.
Thanks and God bless.

zakaliyu:

@Siena I want u to please prepare a pro forma invoice for me, the invoice will include all you think I will be needing.
The water pump, gaskets, tappets,valves,cylinder head bolts, and all other things you think I require. The other thing I want to ask is the cost of importing a fairly used engine, incase if the cost of the items will equal the cost or the engine.
Please note that my AC compressor and Alternator are in good condition. So the fairly used engine will not include those items. You can send the invoice to my email,(zakaliyu75@yahoo.com) thanks a lot.

zakaliyu:

I have seen and replied your mail.
Waiting for your response.

Siena:

a) Transmission range switch - 35,000 NGN.
b) Mass air flow meter - 47,000 NGN.
c) Coil pack - 9,900 NGN.

iKoksi:

Hello Siena,
Price quotes in Naira? Can u supply witting Nija?
My transmission has gone to a very bad state, now it goes 'limp' (PRNDS Illuminates) with a large jerk each time I move to 'R' and gear shift is comparatively harder to move.
Should I renew all 6 coils at once?
I cudnt download the service manual from the link you sent - asked for a PayPal a/c.
Please check as I have replied you mail.
Many thanks once again and God Bless.

gogodaye:

Good day,Sir. My apologies for my delayed response. The issues relating to the car horn, hazard lights and trafficators have been resolved. An Eletrician diagonised the removal of the Flasher unit as well as the car horns. These have now been replaced.
Please find enclosed a photograph of the 'gamma' radio unit as requested. L've also initaited steps to facilitate the acquisition of the manuals. Thank you once again for your kind assistance. Cheers.

iKoksi:

Hello Siena,
Price quotes in Naira? Can u supply witting Nija?
My transmission has gone to a very bad state, now it goes 'limp' (PRNDS Illuminates) with a large jerk each time I move to 'R' and gear shift is comparatively harder to move.
Should I renew all 6 coils at once?
I cudnt download the service manual from the link you sent - asked for a PayPal a/c.
Please check as I have replied you mail.
Many thanks once again and God Bless.

uchenwoks:

Hi Siena,

1.Volkswagen
2.Passat
02) W8
03) 4.0 litres
04) 5 speed triptronic
05) 2002.
06) US/CANADA
07) ALL WHEEL DRIVE(4MOTION)

I had an Aircondition System blow out during a very sunny day. It appears the AC PIPE under the front right bumper got punctured or something. The aircon blows hot air now. Let me mention also that I replaced the following items in 2009 with brand new: Compressor, Condenser, Pressure Switch, Radiator. The AC worked okey after these replacements until this year when i had the blow out.
What are my options?
rgds

daposon:

Hello Siena, please I need your help urgently, below is my car details:

1) Audi
2) Audi A6
3) Automatic

Problem is that the car is not selecting gear, the car runs on the first gear only, we discovered there was not trasmission fluid in the car last month, I have since then added the fluid to it, but the condition did not still improve.

Please help me!!!!!!!!!