Saif Rehman

I, too live in Scotland but not far up north than AD90 where they seem to get the worst every year. Well anyway my method at this time of year is to have a good set of tyres and to carry a air compressor with me at all times - if i get stuck in the snow i normally let out air out of the tyres so they have a larger than normal amount of tyre on the surface, drive out then pull over where i wont get stuck again and pump the tyres back up but usually below the recomended pressure. (Oh, i carry a small spade too when it gets really bad!) Snowchains are okay if you a knee-deep in snow constantly.

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I would still take it back to the dealers to get it checked out - they may replace the whole thing.

Tiptronic is normally referred to cars having an automatic gearbox but also giving an advantage of using it like a manual gearbox. This is done by moving the lever up and down depending what gear you want and using the accelerator heavily in automatic mode will obviously go down a gear but not whilst in the tiptronic mode. The driver is in full control when to change gear.

IIRC, i think there was a case when the power steering pump were being replaced on all affected cars showing these symptoms.

sledgeweazel: 17957/P1549/005449 - Boost Pressure Controle Valve (N75): Open Circuit / Short to Ground Possible Symptoms Irregular behaviour Loss of power Limp mode Possible Causes Wiring and/or connections faulty (short circuit) N75 faulty Possible Solutions Check wiring and connections Check / Replace N75 16485/P0101/000257 - Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70): Implausible Signal Possible Symptoms Loss of Power Erratic Idle Possible Causes Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70) faulty Air Leak(s) after Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70) Intake Air Filter dirty/faulty Ground Spots corroded or Paint Residue Wiring and/or Connections from/to Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70) faulty Possible Solutions Check Intake Air Filter Check Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70) Check Ground Spots Check Wiring and/or Connections from/to Mass Air Flow Sensor (G70) Special Notes In MY 1995-2002 (?) in Europe at VW-diesel-cars G70 had the bad reputation of slowly losing his performance, causing loss of power. It's not a matter of defective or breaking down, but it is filthy / dirty (not easy to clean). You can check functionality by making a log in [01-engine], [meas.blocks-08], group 003 (3e gear, full throttle, from 1700-4000rpm) 17958 P1550 Charge Pressure Deviation - As per previous post 17563 P1155 Manifold Abs.Pressure Sensor Circ. Short to B+ - Sorry can't help with this one.

17958/P1550/005456 1 17958/P1550/005456 - Boost Pressure Controle Valve (N75): Control Deviation 1.1 Possible Symptoms 1.2 Possible Causes 1.3 Possible Solutions 17958/P1550/005456 - Boost Pressure Controle Valve (N75): Control Deviation Possible Symptoms Irregular behaviour Reduced power output Limp mode Possible Causes Hoses/Pipes incorrect connected, disconnected, blocked or leaking Charger Pressure Control defective Solenoid Valve for Boost Pressure Control (N75) defective Turbocharger defective Possible Solutions Check Hoses/Pipes to/between Components Check Charge Pressure Control Check Solenoid Valve for Boost Pressure Control (N75) Check turbocharger

I have to agree with gregers on this one - My brother when he had his Galaxy can vouch for this. His pads were changed by a mechanic who pushed the pistons back either too hard or too fast resulting in the seals in the master cylinder turning..........result a hefty bill to get a new cylinder fitted by Frauds.

Alright bro! Different religions but we speak the same language (punjabi) so if you want to confuse the other members here we talk/type in Punjabi now and again. :ph34r: Should be a laugh................or maybe not a good idea, Mum will have a fit and ban us!!! Anyway welcome.

Exactly the same except badged differently and a very slight cosmetic differences. Oh by the way Ford use their own petrol engines.

The mountings, i think are slightly different depending on if you have a six or seven seater. What i meant to say was 'the layout'............sorry. :ph34r: Oh, btw, mk2vr6, i can hardly read your signature in that colour.

Cheers mate and welcome.

Assuming you have a Mark 2 Galaxy then yes it is a simple straight forward job. The nack is to have all the rear seats tilted forward then starting from the back two start removing them by pulling on i believe is a red coloured strap. However, they are very heavy and do take alot of space storing them. The mountings, i think are slightly different depending on if you have a six or seven seater.

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Give it some time mate, it's only been 24 hrs since you posted your problem - someone will reply soon bearing in mind it's also the xmas period.

I have a feeling this could be turbo related with a boost leak some place, get a 'turbo expert' to check it out. (Or check all hoses yourself)

Some manufacturers do it, some don't for obvious reasons. When i worked at BMW, we had to a get a disclaimer signed by the customer and file it in a safe! I think insurance companies aren't to keen either. Try the dealer and see what response you get.

The time has come to renew my Galaxy's insurance, however, claim-free, accident-free and an additional 1 more year no-claims discount, they still decide to hike up my premium by

Even though i am of a different religion, nevertheless, i would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Joyful, Peaceful and Sucessful New Year. :rolleyes:

Type 'avatars' in google and you will get a host of websites listing them. Thanks mum for your approval, i think i will change it more regularly......

Is my avatar too rude, if so, i will remove it. Thanks

A little bit of contradicting yourself mum (read your quote) :o But you like those rear lights though........oh, and there was something else which i can't remember now :o

Alright mate, it's nice to see another fellow Scot joining this forum, i reckon we must be getting nearer to reaching double figures. :(

Welcome Vilius, and gregers, have you not been following the recent weather forecasts? Majority of Scotland has been warmer and dryer than England for the past few weeks now! :rolleyes: