Glen

Dubdriver, did you get this problem resolved? I have a similar problem which is driving me insane and I could do with the some help from you experts! When selecting reverse, I get either a constant tone or a beeping as if I were approaching an object. This is intermittent but happens more often than not. I have plugged in a restricted version of VAG COM and this indicates that the O/S/F middle sensor next to the number plate is detecting an object as the distance measured is much less than the other sensors. I have swapped the sensors around but the fault still lies with the same sensor. This then led me on to check the wiring loom. With the aid of a wiring diagram, I removed the bumper trim and all the front sensors and removed the wiring loom between the sensors and the connector behind the N/S/F fog light. This was inspected and continuity tested to check for any breaks but all seems OK and all the plugs look clean. I replaced the front loom and tested the whole circuit again between the (disconnected) control unit connectors under the passenger seat and the sensor connectors at the front using both a continuity tester and a megger type insulation tester. All tested out fine. I reconnected the sensors and the control unit but the fault is still there. This lead me to believe that the fault must lie with the control unit as I had tested and eliminated the sensors and the wiring. So I bought a new control unit from VAG parts at a cost of around 80 quid. I plugged it in and guess what? The fault is still there. I am now at a loss as to what else it could be. Having come this far, I really don't want to admit defeat and hand it over to a dealer. Any ideas anyone?

The last two editions of Car Mechanics magazine have just covered a Galaxy VR6 engine rebuild due to a snapped timing chain. It may be worth having a read for a bit of insight before you start dismantling. Good luck!! Glen

I had exactly the same problem. Accelerating hard down the slip road onto a dual carriageway, the power disappeared at about 60mph and struggled to maintain this speed. I pulled off at the next junction, switched off ignition and restarted. Problem cleared and has never returned. Glen

Hi all I've recently purchased a 2001 TDI Ghia with 43,000 miles and FSH. The cambelt page in the service book had not been stamped so assuming it had not been replaced by the previous owner, I've just had the cambelt replaced at my local Ford dealer. When I asked to see the old belt it was a Ford part with Ford stamp and part number on it. Does anybody know if the original belts fitted from new would have been a VW part or has this belt been changed already and I've just wasted

I replaced my brake light switch last week only to find that the new one had instructions on how to adjust it! Remove switch (top one) pull out plunger to it's stop - it is on a ratchet. When you refit it, it should automatically adjust to suit your pedal travel. New switches aren't expensive anyway but it may be worth a try. It worked on mine!