ChrisB72

Yes its definitely worth a try at that price. Do you have a name for a custom company?

Any one know if this would fit an Auto? It's a hell of a lot cheaper than what I have been quoted and would solve my issues if it works? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Polo-LUPO-Petrol-Flexi-pipe-connector-with-extensions-DIY-BRAND-NEW-/170975145627?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item27cee9ae9b (Auto not mentioned in the list)

Hi I am seeking advice from people in the know. I just had my wife's Lupo serviced & MOTed which it passed, but with an advisory warning that there is a slight blow coming from the flexi pipe. I thought this would be a simple case of replacing that part of the exhaust, but they are saying that because its a 1.4S Auto I would need to replace the whole section including the Cat and it's only available from VW. The really bad news is they want £1200 for the job which is ridiculous when the car is probably only worth £1500. I have been to the garage for years and normally trust every thing they say, but can this be right? In the end one of the younger mechanics said just run it until it breaks as it's not worth spending that kind of cash, but are they correct with their information? I'm tempted to sell the car now if that is the case rather than fix it as they said it was only a small blow and shouldn't cause it to fail its MOT. Any advice and info appreciated. Cheers Chris

The switch for the electric sunroof seems to have broken on my wife's Lupo. It will still open and shut the sunroof, but the dail has sunk into the holder and it's not lined up correctly with the indicator lines on the dail. Firstly what needs replacing? Is the switch/dail a seperate part or is it a complete unit with the interior light? How easy is this to fix? Does anyone have experience of changing this part with a step by step guide? Any help is appreciated guys. Thanks Chris

Which switch are you talking about? Do you think the car is safe to use until I get it sorted?

The Oil Light has started to flash on two occasions despite the dip stick showing a full level of oil. I'm no expert, but is this an oil pressure problem or could it be a sensor problem? It only seems to happen after the car is pushed harder. Town trips don't cause the problem! Doesn't give me much confidence to take it much further than the local shops!!!

Does anyone have any step by step instructions of how to change this part?

I have been told the reason for the "lights on bizzer" not working is to do with a fault with the door lock or door sensor! If this is correct how easy is it to replace either of these parts? Cheers Chris

The interior light isn't coming on with either door.....it just comes on when the doors are unlocked or after the ignition is turned off after being used.

I've fitted a new Bosch SuperPlus blade, but the design just doesn't follow the contours of the window. Just tried the interior light..... The light comes on when I unlock the car......but didn't come on when I tried the door again after being closed but not locked! The interior light is in the central position, but nothing happens when I switch it towards the driver's side! When switched towards the passenger it comes on and stays on. Does this sound like another blown bulb? No lights on buzzer though? Is it possible that this is an early design or has a fuse blown?!

Well all is well with the New Lupo. Dash bulb was finally removed and replaced and is now working properly (can't believe I removed all the dash when all it needed was a good pull in the right place!! lol) The ECP light hasn't shown it self again! I spoke to a technician at VW and he said the car might be just adjusting to it's new owners driving styles?! (I tend to be a bit heavy footed and the Missus is very gentle)?????? The rear washer pipe has stayed on. The only issue I have is that the rear wiper doesn't grip the very top of the window for a clean wipe (I'm probably just being too much of a perfectionist here!!) I've found another slight issue, but nothing really wrong! I think the wiper stalk switch might need replacing at some stage as it feels like the switch has a lose connection and sometimes doesn't engage correctly....probably due to wear and tear. Not sure how easy this would be for me to fix? Last question (for now) should there be a buzzer sound for the lights being left on if the drivers door is opened?

Okay I'm probably being very crap and sounding stupid, but I've pulled every knob and dail in that dash area....and unscrewed every screw and nothing is coming off or even looking like coming off?! Did I forget to say I was a bit of a Novice at this sort of thing?!!

Update.... Managed to remove the rear boot panel with the aid of a T20 screwdriver and just fixed the pipe end back onto the nozzle end. No parts required as yet! I managed ro remove the dash panel, but from the sounds of it I may have been removing the wrong parts! So am I right in thinking the bulb is actually in the dail control? On a more serious note.....I've found another problem, although it seems to have gone away, but I'm not sure for how long! I was driving along at about 40mph (after a fairly quickish start) and the engine management (EPC) and the Engine emissions lights came on. I checked the manual which recommends visiting the dealer as soon as possible!! The next day I started it up and took it for another run, but no lights came on!! What would people advice I do?

With..... .....a bit of luck ......a new bulb (once I've removed the dash trim) ........a wash wipe fixing kit (once I've got a T20 Torx screwdriver and removed the boot panel) The little lupo should be fault free.........for a while :-)

Thanks again...I think this might be causing the Boot Sensor issue as there was water all over the catch!