Passat W8
hswells
02-27-2005, 06:09 PM
Hello,
I am both new to this forum and to VW ownership. I just bought a 2002 Passat W8 Wagon. Love this car! It is my pride and joy after only 1 week. I am posting here to pick the brains of anyone who can lend advice to W8 ownership specifically or VW ownership in general.
Some of the info I'm looking for:
-Premium fuel...fact/fiction, is this essential?
-Recommended upgrades from OEM(brakes, air filter, tires etc.)
-Additional(other than scheduled service) maintenance concerns, tips
-Has anyone had trouble w/ alignments?
That's it for now. This is an AWESOME vehicle, and I would appreciate anyone who can help me baby it.
I am both new to this forum and to VW ownership. I just bought a 2002 Passat W8 Wagon. Love this car! It is my pride and joy after only 1 week. I am posting here to pick the brains of anyone who can lend advice to W8 ownership specifically or VW ownership in general.
Some of the info I'm looking for:
-Premium fuel...fact/fiction, is this essential?
-Recommended upgrades from OEM(brakes, air filter, tires etc.)
-Additional(other than scheduled service) maintenance concerns, tips
-Has anyone had trouble w/ alignments?
That's it for now. This is an AWESOME vehicle, and I would appreciate anyone who can help me baby it.
ericlr
03-23-2005, 09:51 PM
MY Passat has the 1.8T engine, not near the powerplant yours has and it definitely must have premium fuel. Don't let news reports saying that high test is a waste of money fool you. The newer VW engines need the extra octane or they knock badly.
I envy you! Hope you enjoy it!
I envy you! Hope you enjoy it!
boschmann
03-24-2005, 05:48 PM
The rear alignment is a real pain, Specialty Shim Company now makes a kit to allow adjustment.
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