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07-13-2011, 01:12 AM
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please don't shoot the messenger...
Yes, i did once own a GM vehicle; a '95 I think it was. It all seems like a bad dream... Anyway, there was a method (pump the brake 3 times, count to 6, turn the key, hold your breath, and count the number of flashes, search the web to find the meaning.)I now love/hate a new to me 2001 2.0 5spd bought at a used car dealership. Within days the airbag light came on. I dont know why, but it doesn't affect performance, so I am ignoring for now. Then what I think is a failing axle turns out to be a broken motor mount. The AC tends to get confused and thinks its a blast furnace, but then remembers its an AC...WTF? Now a check engine light...no noticeable impact on performance. Do I need a special gadget to get codes? Is there a way to reset the alarm to see if it was a fluke, or maybe fixed? What is the the best Bible or WWW on these bugs to buy, chilton or other?
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07-13-2011, 01:29 AM
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To check what your engine light is on for, any obd-ii scanner will work, but to also get to the airbag light, you're going to need a vag-com cable. Put your information in, and maybe there is someone local who has one that can scan it for you.
As for a repair manual, everyone swears by the one made by Bentley publishing... including me. I have one for every vw product i have owned, they are really worth every penny if you are planning on doing all the work yourself.
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07-13-2011, 01:43 AM
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You can also get the CEL codes read at Autozone, etc for free.
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07-13-2011, 01:56 AM
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Info for local code read...
Thanks.!.!
a Bentley it is... I had a BMW that after engine lite went on went into "limp home" mode, eventually stranding the car. Am I at risk of this happening to the bug? Can you tell me the downside of ignoring broken motor mount? Portland OR Thanks again...
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07-13-2011, 02:02 AM
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Thanks SmileyBug.
I Have been all over the country and somehow have missed the Carolina's. I am sure it is my loss. I do love the Northwest. Thanks for reading... PS... A new autozone just went in not far from here, think Ill pay'm a visit ~~_/)~~ Last edited by HiRes; 07-13-2011 at 02:18 AM.. Reason: Addition
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07-13-2011, 03:15 AM
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Portland? There are places to get the codes checked, and good independant VW shops.
Good luck to you!
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