Vw service

[LeeFS]

what do's the MAF sensor do like?

[Terminator]

what do's the MAF sensor do like?

It is a mass air fuel mixture sensor and when it goes faulty it causes loss of power. If you can't get it done on warranty, Mercedes do their version for their E turbo diesels which fit VW's and are much cheaper.

Since my last post I have spoken to Ann Street at VW Customer Services (0800 711811) who confirms that in line with the EEC directive, there is now no requirement to have servicing work carried out by the VW Stealer network for the VW warranty to remain valid. She did stress that the onus would be on the warranty claimant to prove that their vehicle had been serviced in accordance with the VW servicing regime requirements. Probably a good idea to retain all servicing paperwork proving that correct grade of oil was used etc.

In reply to GolfVR6, I don't know any warranty companies including VW that will cover consumables, by that I take it you mean wipers, batteries, brake pads/discs etc? The reason I mentioned Warranty Direct was that I have used them in the past and found their cover to be comprehensive, competitive and no problems with getting work done/paid for.

[golfvr6]

Thats the whole point mate, 99% of what needs to repaired/replaced on a car will be the consumables, vws are generally very reliable otherwise.
My opinion is warranties in general are a bit of a con. Only worth having on a new car really, as after a few years any teething problems will be sorted.
 

[Terminator]

A comprehensive warranty will cover some of the more expensive minor MKIV 'problem' items such as coil packs on the petrol models (not cheap), MAF sensors, window regulators, relays, egr valves, in addition to engine, clutch, gearbox, air con etc. I guess it boils down to that legendary phrase uttered by Dirty Harry, "Do you feel lucky?" !!!!

[nrgizerbunny]

does that mean you could do it yourself if you did it to vw spec?

or does it have to be by the local apprentice in fred bloggs garage who will rip your oil sump to pieces?

sanj

[golfvr6]

If you buy a warranty then you will be required to get it serviced at a VAT registered garage. No DIY  

[Terminator]

does that mean you could do it yourself if you did it to vw spec?

or does it have to be by the local apprentice in fred bloggs garage who will rip your oil sump to pieces?

sanj

I would plump for a VW specialist who will probably do a more comprehensive service for less money and produce an itemised vat receipt.

[nrgizerbunny]

well my personal experience of the vw steeler network is a crap one. my car has been in 6 times now and even when i tell them whats wrong with it, they seem unable to fix it.

As soon as my car is out of warranty i will do the servicing myself although there are so many electrics on modern vw's i think it could end up being expensive. still i suppose you only need to buy th etools once. VAG COm lead might help.

sanj