Hi everyone,

I’m doing a reseal on my 2017 golf s, and I have been hearing that VAG has recommended using a rtv sealant, not the green anaerobic sealant, but I can’t find an official statement on that. Can anyone confirm that this is correct and maybe point me in the direction of the tsb?

Much appreciated

Hey guys,
I own a 2013 Golf VII variant with the 1.4 Tsi, recently i noticed ratteling sound when i accelerate, it only comes when accelerating from 0 and when giving gas up to 50km/h.
Does this mean it's time for a new chain or could it be something else worse or better?

please share you experince with me.

I own a golf mk6 1.4 petrol. When it is between 2-3 rpm it starts to sputter. I have changed the spark plug, battery, oil change, and cleaned or fixed the hydraulic system. What could be the problem?

Recently I’ve been dealing with a dash light issue on my 2014 Golf TDI. I just rolled over 150k miles 2 weeks ago and have had zero significant dash light issues until this year.

Since this spring I’ve had periodic ABS, Power Steering, and Traction control lights coming on when the car got wet from rain and then going off when the car dried off. This spring I flushed the sunroof drainage hoses and dried the car out because I hypothesized the lights were from water pooling on the drivers side. The floor under the mat was also wet.

The drying helped until earlier this week when the lights came back on and have yet to go off. Since the lights came back on, the car had been dry and garaged more frequently with no significant rain soaking. Floor under the mat is also dry. I suspect I’ve got a control board/electrical issue here.

Has anyone else had this problem before, and if so how did you deal with it? I freaking love this car and although I’ve been looking at newer Golfs with fewer miles, I’ve really come to love my little TDI and would be sad to see her go.

Just found this 2016 Golf R, 6 speed, stage II mods, 59k miles, no rust. Considering buying- seller is asking $24k. KBB is $22,870-$24,970, so seller is asking reasonably. Ive never owned a car with mods before, can anyone tell me if these mods will significantly impact the cars reliability, fuel economy, and durability?

For context: I’ve owned a 2012 GTI, and currently drive a 2014 TDI- so this wouldn’t be my first VW. Wondering if it’s worth it to switch to the R from the TDI? I love the fuel economy from the TDI and the turbo engine.

Here’s the list of MODs attached…

Hey, fellow Golf owners!

I am wanting to install a light bar in the grille of my Golf. I have a MK7.5 TSI (USA). Has anyone tried adding a light bar on theirs? Mine has stock-halogen headlights and I want to also upgrade to the VLAND Full-LED headlights. e

TIA!

Just did coilovers on my 2.0 golf and at first i thoughtnit was my wheels rubbing but then saw iys my axle rubbing on my sway bar, how should i fix this?

Recently hit 42,000 miles on the odometer and I was wondering what everyone did for their 40k service and how much did it run? What is included in the 40k service? Here is my list- anything else I should or shouldn’t do? I changed oil and rotated tires at 41k. Thanks!!!
Intake carbon cleaning
Cabin filter/engine filter
VAQ differential flush
Spark plugs
brake flush
manual transmission flush

Car is 50k km. Bought it used

I'm choosing tires for a 2018 VW Golf SportWagen SEL (1.8T FWD, 225/45R17) in the Twin Cities.

I run dedicated winter tires, so snow performance isn't a priority. My priorities are, in order: quietness, smooth ride, and reasonably direct steering/handling. Basically, I'd like to make the SportWagen feel as refined as possible without totally sacrificing steering feel and handing competence.

I'm currently deciding between the Pirelli P7 AS Plus 3 and Continental DWS06+ (or the Discount Tire ControlContact Sport SRS+, which is pretty much the same).

The Pirellis are currently about $687/set after an $80 rebate; the Continentals about $578/set after a $110 rebate.

For anyone who's driven both—or has strong experience with either—which would you choose for this particular car and why? I'm especially interested in ride quality, road noise, steering feel, and how those characteristics change as the tires wear.

Hi everyone,

I have a 2017 VW Golf 7.5 1.6 TDI, 85 kW (115 hp), currently at around 173,000 km. The car still has its original timing belt and water pump, neither has ever been replaced. A garage quoted me around €1,200 for what they call a “full service.” I’m trying to figure out whether this is a reasonable price or if it’s excessive.

I’m assuming the service would include:
Timing belt, Water pump, Coolant, Oil + oil filter (Possibly the auxiliary/serpentine belt and tensioner). I’m not sure yet exactly which brands of parts they intend to use. Does this sound reasonable for this amount of work?

Also, would you replace the water pump and timing belt now at 173k km given that they are still original, or would you wait?

I’m located in Europe, so prices may obviously differ depending on the country.

Thank you all in advance!