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by heftyshooly
Sat Mar 19, 2022 9:09 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Plastic rattle from behind the dash (fix)
Replies: 12
Views: 6260

Re: Plastic rattle from behind the dash (fix)

I too had this rattle from glovebox and that was driving me crazy. Turns out the passenger side cap was cracked. I'll be driving without the cap to see if it solves the issue, but it does sound promising. Thank god!!
by heftyshooly
Sat Dec 11, 2021 8:52 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Polo 6C Led interior: tips
Replies: 5
Views: 3262

Re: Polo 6C Led interior: tips

The interior lights are not monitored by the BCM, so no dashboard fault. Be careful with the so-called CAN bus LEDs, as they use resistors to waste energy and trick the car into thinking an incandescent bulb was used instead. Some Chinese LEDs are very poorly made and can be true fire hazards.
by heftyshooly
Thu Dec 02, 2021 11:36 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: TPMS Fault Error - Flashing Symbol on Dash
Replies: 16
Views: 13691

Re: TPMS Fault Error - Flashing Symbol on Dash

For the same of more information, you can also check this thread on a Russian forum: https://www.drive2.com/l/530713373080289336/
Also, the TSB for this issue is 2039142, according to someone in the Ross-Tech forum.
by heftyshooly
Mon Nov 29, 2021 11:46 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: TPMS Fault Error - Flashing Symbol on Dash
Replies: 16
Views: 13691

Re: TPMS Fault Error - Flashing Symbol on Dash

I have exactly the same problem and same fault code! The error message will pop up from time to time, for weeks. Resetting the tire pressures only hides the error for a while. But eventually, after resetting the tire pressures a few times the TPMS will work as expected for a few more weeks ...
by heftyshooly
Sun Nov 07, 2021 10:30 am
Forum: MK10, MK11 and MK12 (AW/BZ/AE) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2018 onwards
Topic: Is the 12v battery covered under VWs 3 year warranty?
Replies: 77
Views: 79080

Re: Is the 12v battery covered under VWs 3 year warranty?

So, after dinner research, it turns out AGM batteries, unlike standard lead acid need to be charged at higher voltages ~14.8V, instead of the usual 14.4V. This can be confirmed in this official Varta document for example http://d26maze4pb6to3.cloudfront.net/varta-automotive/7713/5776/8775/VARTA ...
by heftyshooly
Wed Oct 27, 2021 9:03 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Retrofit park pilote 8K OPS for polo 6C 2015 [help]
Replies: 63
Views: 27495

Re: Retrofit park pilote 8K OPS for polo 6C 2015 [help]

Connector A is the one with only 18 positions, that's the one you're missing. It only connects to the front sensors, everything else is in the 26-pin connector.

As for accessing the power steering module, you don't need to remove the steering wheel, just twist it 90 degrees so that the flat top ...
by heftyshooly
Tue Oct 26, 2021 9:27 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Retrofit park pilote 8K OPS for polo 6C 2015 [help]
Replies: 63
Views: 27495

Re: Retrofit park pilote 8K OPS for polo 6C 2015 [help]

You must connect the PDC module to the powertrain CAN instead. I found it easier to tap the CAN lines from the power steering module, located near the steering column.
by heftyshooly
Sat Oct 16, 2021 6:55 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Polo 6C high and constant charging voltage.
Replies: 5
Views: 4076

Re: Polo 6C high and constant charging voltage.

I've observed the same intermittent 13.7V <-> 14.7V (ish) behavior. I've measured it with an OBD dongle a few times and I can usually hear the speed of the air circulation fan increase on a few occasions - when letting off the throttle with a gear still engaged while the RPMs are above a certain ...
by heftyshooly
Sun Sep 19, 2021 7:50 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: 6C 1.4 TDI Lounge
Replies: 4
Views: 1704

Re: 6C 1.4 TDI Lounge

Recently got the engine remapped to around 110 HP (original was 83 HP, sightly above expected 75 HP), I asked for something not too extreme, so this is still less than the very maximum this engine can give. The car feels just like original, except for the extra power, which is what I was looking for ...
by heftyshooly
Fri Jul 16, 2021 7:26 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Polo 6C Automatic headlights
Replies: 17
Views: 8375

Re: Polo 6C Automatic headlights

You could try checking the rain sensor live data while sprinkling some water in the sensor area. That would tell if the sensor is well installed and communicating.
by heftyshooly
Fri Jul 02, 2021 10:33 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Polo 6C Automatic headlights
Replies: 17
Views: 8375

Re: Polo 6C Automatic headlights

So here are the changes I had to make to get the RLS to work:

BCM long coding:
Byte 06, bits 1:0 - changed from 00 to 10 (enables sensor of type 'PR 8K3/8K9+8n6')
Byte 07, bit 5 - changed from 0 to 1 (enables 'Light switch with assistance driving light')
Byte 07, bit 7 - changed from 0 to 1 ...
by heftyshooly
Mon Jun 28, 2021 9:52 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Polo 6C Automatic headlights
Replies: 17
Views: 8375

Re: Polo 6C Automatic headlights

I did this upgrade on my 6c myself, Lounge aka Comfortline trim level.

I had the light switch with rear and front fog lights option (5G0941431AH). Had to replace it with the one with the auto headlight option (5G0941431AF). Initially bought a chinese copy, but I don't recommend it, as the quality ...
by heftyshooly
Sun May 30, 2021 11:44 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Interior lights on unlock
Replies: 3
Views: 1054

Re: Interior lights on unlock

That's because of the way the dome lights are wired. Here is a diagram from one ciclo's posts: https://uk-polos.net/viewtopic.php?t=57663&start=15

In order to light up the dome light, the BCM must guarantee that the light bulb "sees" both 12V and GND at its terminals. In this case, A23 is ...
by heftyshooly
Sun May 30, 2021 11:04 am
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: Interior lights on unlock
Replies: 3
Views: 1054

Re: Interior lights on unlock

That wire from the dome lights is a switched ground. The puddle lights should light up correctly (together with the dome lights in the auto position) if connected to the middle wire and 12V from somewhere.
by heftyshooly
Sun May 09, 2021 2:32 pm
Forum: MK8 and MK9 (6R/6C) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2009-2017
Topic: VCDS?
Replies: 29
Views: 10050

Re: VCDS?

There is also OBDeleven, which is significantly cheaper. Not really comparable to VCDS in terms of support or community, but the same funcionality if you're a DIYer.