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Offline chris_virginie

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Power hood problems
« on: 19 October 2003, 20:54 »
Hi ,

My power hood is getting a bit lazy. Seems to be low on fluid. Anyone had any similar experiences?

Chris
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Re:Power hood problems
« Reply #1 on: 19 October 2003, 21:24 »
try topping the fluid up - I think its just brake fluid? it goues in the little brass bolt just above the fluid reservoir on the unit. Its a bit tricky to fill, use a syringe or spoon it in!!
May also be a sign your battery is in need of replacing
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Re:Power hood problems
« Reply #2 on: 19 October 2003, 22:09 »
Thanks Adam,

Will top up the fluid. I swear it was full the other day though and now its below min. Thanks for the tip about the syringe. Are you sure its just brake fluid?
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Re:Power hood problems
« Reply #3 on: 19 October 2003, 22:11 »
I'm pretty sure they gave me dot4 when I asked at the dealers - best to check though
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Re:Power hood problems
« Reply #4 on: 20 October 2003, 07:30 »
Hi
Adam does ur power hood ever take abit longer to go back up again?I know its not the fluid cos as u know i just topped it up.Any ideas?

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Re:Power hood problems
« Reply #5 on: 20 October 2003, 12:09 »
Sometimes it does seem a bit slow, but I put it down to the battery not being a full power. Seems to be fine when the car has been out for a run.
It's a fairly simple set up, so I dont think there can be much at fault with regards to the speed of it.
Try oiling the joints etc... might be a bit of friction causing it ???
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Re:Power hood problems
« Reply #6 on: 20 October 2003, 22:23 »
Bin told it is hydraulic jack oil. But am going to check with VW anyway. Will update you.
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Re:Power hood problems
« Reply #7 on: 21 October 2003, 19:53 »
Cool Adam, Cheers!

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Re:Power hood problems
« Reply #8 on: 21 October 2003, 20:48 »
Hi,
Justin informs me that it is ATF.For the hood. Still waiting to hear from VAG though. Will keep you posted. Car looks wicked BTW.

Chris
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