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Hello everyone, I recently cleaned the throttle body on my car and disconnected the battery before doing so. After reconnecting everything, I performed the throttle body alignment using VCDS Lite and received the "ADP OK" message. When starting the car cold, the idle initially sits at 1100 RPM, then drops to 800 RPM after a short while, which I believe is normal. However, after driving for about 10 minutes, the idle climbs back to around 1100 RPM and stays there. Additionally, when I press the clutch to come to a stop, the RPM fluctuates a lot before finally settling at 1100 RPM. This issue didn't occur before I cleaned the throttle body, so I'm wondering if anyone has experienced something similar or might have suggestions on what could be causing this behavior. Could it possibly be a vacuum leak? For context, I recently replaced the filter housing and intake hose with parts from a scrapyard, as they appeared to be in better condition than my originals. Any insights or advice would be much appreciated!

Hi. Has anyone got any of these for sale?

Most likely, starting is inhibited because there is a fault with transmission hydraulics. Have you checked the transmission oil level. Does the accumulator need replacement - it loses nitrogen over time? VCDS will tell you where the problem is once you have sufficient oil and a good accumulator. Don't try to run a 3L without VCDS! Be pro-active with 3L maintenance otherwise it will become a very expensive hobby! We still have a 3L and it will be for sale soon! RAB

Hi guys, Just wondering - whats the deal with Club Lupo stickers at this point in time? Do they still exist? Do people still make them nowadays? I see some where for sale but that was.. a fair few years ago XD I'd like to show some love to this site by having a little sticky memento on my loop. Thanks

At least its had a life man!

18k. Just not fair (178k).

Hey everyone! Quick update for you all. The good news, Otis has hit 18,000 miles (atleast that's good news in my eyes, he's out on the road!!) and he has had a heck of a wash, squeaky clean I say! Otis has had a new battery after realising he's been running slightly flat all this time.. reader was getting 11.8v on Ignition and about 13.6v on Startup! New battery is showing correct figures (On that note, perhaps I should consider a cover for the Fuse Box?) We initially thought this'd be the cause of these infamous warning lights (as shown below) but they shone like the sun even after the new battery had been installed. It's when we plugged in the scanner to find it is code P0571 (Brake Switch), so 'tis a cheap fix. I've read that they're a tad fiddly on VW's of this era but will cross that bridge when we get to it! Update on brake switch install to follow soon! Cheers

hello, the rear bumper is still available? ship in italy? i have a 2000th Lupo GTI and i can't find it thank you so much Marta

I did indeed and there was some electricity to the fuel pump! So figured had to be fuel pump. Replaced this and boom started first time! Thanks everyone. Will get fluids changed etc next.

Here's one, although currently out of stock: https://www.auto-doc.ie/optimal/8123463?srsltid=AfmBOorQZUUaTasZWX1IkETuZlf5H_rfk5MxxV6RlXgwGsTXxW0VT_Af Here is another pair: https://www.ebay.de/sch/i.html?_nkw=lupo+3L+Querlenker&_sacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2334524.m570.l1313&_odkw=lupo+3L&_osacat=0 Stick with the original aluminium suspension. Conversion will be a nightmare. Previously I have paid for new arms because the seals were not available separately - now I know better. You should be able to find somewhere that can repair your arm. The 3L, FSi and GTi shared the same body which is completely different to that used with the remaining models. Thinner but superior steel was used. A useful tip: For those that don't know, the Lupo FSi was the first VW FSi. It was a 5L petrol version of the 3L. It had a different grill, no magnesium steering wheel but it did have rear titanium springs (the first such application)! RAB

Many thanks for the warm welcome. Lupogtiboy has sent the manual for it which is about all I need to know. But many thanks for the offer 👍🏻

Hmm, maybe better question would be, can cabin cloth be replaced with new one? Is it possible to buy over internet? Is it produced still for WV Lupo? Not talking about seats because i put cloth cover on them. They are okay

Hi mates Just got a mint 2005 vw lupo 3l with 40k km new paint and all for my girl and we wanted to upgrade some stuff. The radio is already an aftermarket cheap unit, maybe the worse i've used and the display screen is destroyed. My question is, how should I proceed with opening the plastics? I tried to start by taking the radio's "under pocket" off but doesn't seem to come out, should I take the big plastic frame that surrounds de radio and vents first? Also the interior ceiling light isn't working so we need to change bulb, how can I take it off? Seems really tight up there as well. Not forcing anything because the car is in such good condition, I wouldn't like to mess it up, that's why I'm asking such basic stuff. Left some pictures in the atachments, would really appreciate some help, thank you in advance :) .

There are services who can completely repair ball joint. There must be this kind of service in Romania too. Exactly like this guy, but with new parts and usually not closed with chisel 😂

My Lupo is 1.4 FSI, and i have aluminium wishbone with ball joints as part of the wishbone, but i have problems with ball joints and i can't find new oe wishbone to replace them. Maybe i need to make conversion to steel ones and anti roll bar to make them fit? Because i don't see another way, i really need new ball joints, but i can't replace them in aluminium wishbones so maybe i need to convert to steel ones.

Is your Lupo an FSI or a TDI? The FSI has a steel subframe, it's only the TDI that uses the Aluminium subframe, although on both the FSI and the TDI 3L have the lower ball joints as part of the wishbone. I don't have the measurements to see if a normal Lupo wishbone and a lower ball joint are the same size and distance from the subframe to the hub, but it may well be worth measuring yours and comparing to a normal Lupo to see if that's a work-around?

User Manuals: Volkswagen Radio Beta Car Cassette Player

Yeah, there's loads a things you can still use the std Beta hifi with. Even Bluetooth modules that can be directly controlled from your phone... The Lupo comes with pretty good door speakers as standard, if still working. Most of the functions are pretty intuitive. What do you need to know? And welcome to Club Lupo 👍🏻

I still haven't figured out the problem and I'm starting to have problems with the ball joints. I can't find anywhere to buy new aluminum arms and I don't know what to do, I don't know how to do it in such a way that I can put steel arms on it and everything will be fine.

Hi there all. I’m not even sure if many people still use this forum or not but you still do it would be much appreciated if I could get some help with my Beta Radio. I’ve tried searching the web for manuals and info on how to use it and save and change settings on the radio however it’s been to no avail. I was wondering if anyone had any information on the radio or had a manual anywhere so I’m actually able to use it as I like the look of the cassette player/radio with the CD changer. Many thanks👍🏻

Did you measure the voltage? Just to make sure there really is electricity for fuel pump..

Tried with replacement relay for fuel pump, still no fuel coming through. Fiel supply wires seem to be ok. I think new fuel pump is next.

sweet i’ll take a look thank you, final question what would i be looking for in the gearbox as a sign i need to have it rebuilt, would it being particularly whiny when running down on the engine be a sign it needs to be done ?

Since i have retractable roof, moisture went inside the cabin and now it smells. Does a workshop exists where the inner bits can be replaced so it doesn't smell, i.e some professional does it for money? Or at least wash them, the cloth etc... Or I should just replace them with new the floor etc, cloth on doors, walls etc...? Would I find new ones for Lupo?