In an effort to help make its vehicles safer, Volkswagen has combined ABS with traction control and electronic stability. Here’s a look at how this integrated technology works so that you can better address customer concerns. The most important safety features of any...
Since 1996, OBD II regulations have required that the fuel supply system be checked for leaks as small as .020 in. As fuel is used, air must be allowed into the tank to prevent a vacuum from forming. But how do we help prevent fuel vapors from escaping.
A dead battery caused by a battery drain has become one of the more difficult problems to diagnose these days. It could be a simple switch or relay staying stuck on. But what if it is computer related? What if one control unit is staying awake?
Gone are the days when we only replaced water pumps and thermostats when a vehicle was overheating. Now, engine temperature is a critical part of the fuel control and lubrication systems.
Turbocharging is a way to produce more power when needed, but still get small-displacement fuel economy. With the best of both worlds it’s becoming popular again. Let’s learn how to keep up the boost!
Engineers have provided us with self-diagnostic capability and access with a VAG 5052. But what do we do when the vehicle will not communicate with us?
Since Volkswagens have always been high on the list of fun-to-drive cars, their owners often opt for manual transmissions. So, clutch work is still with us.
Computer control of simpler electronic controls has added a tremendous amount of flexibility and features to comfort systems, but are we as comfortable when the system needs to be repaired?
Even though there are almost 15 year’s worth of OBD II-compliant vehicles out there, EVAP system failures still often stump technicians. Let’s look at some techniques that’ll help you avoid that.
The first Volkswagen engine to have a timing belt was the one in the Rabbit, introduced nearly four decades ago. T- belts last a lot longer now, but replacement is a much more involved job.