[Vwdiesel] New to me tdi

[S P SHERMAN]

The usual things, power, sound of the engine, smoke, fluid leaks and colors, bubbles in the fuel line, wet spots on the IP, what's working and not for starters. Based upon the shifting comment, might want to have a look under the car at the engine/tranny junction to see if there are any signs of an oil leak there (rear main seal causing a sticky clutch, perhaps). Probably worth doing a clutch engagement test too. Other known issues with these cars were cam lifter wear, a failing lifter causing worn lobes on the cam shaft. You probably should take a look at the timing belt to check it for extreme wear problems (things so bad you won't make it home with it that way), and then get the paperwork on the last tbelt change. If you have or know someone with a vag-com, get it and pull the computer codes.
 
If you have time, sending in an oil sample for analysis is always a good idea. Can tell a bunch for the price, but takes a while to get results.
 

> Date: Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:14:33 -0500
> From: vegbenz300 at gmail.com
> To: vwdiesel at vwfans.com
> Subject: Re: [Vwdiesel] New to me tdi
> 
> I'll be looking at a 2003 VW TDI Jetta-wagon this weekend. 5-speed
> transmission, gl package. 200K on the body, with a new/used engine with
> about 100K on it. Interior and body are said to be good. Anything in
> particular I should look at or know about these '03 wagons? I appreciate
> all of the earlier advice.
> Owner said that the transmission has gotten a little tougher to shift at
> times, but generally is good.
> Anyone know a good mechanic in central SC?
> 
> Thanks,
> Chris Jude
> Silk Hope, NC
> 1985 VW Jetta
> 1986 MB 190D
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