General Service Advice

[cyguardian]

I posted this in the MK2 thread but no replies so I thought I'd try my luck here.

Hi guys. My car (Seat Ibiza MK2 GT TDi 1.9 110bhp) is just about to go into service on its 130k kms mark. I will take it then from the service station straight to the Revo dealer for an engine remap. Hence I ask.

Can you please advice me on what to tell the mechanic to pay particular attention to at this service. I think usually they just change filters, oil etc. and see if it still runs. Since its going for a diagnostic/remap though is there anything specific I should tell the mechanic to pay particular attention to or even specifically ask him to change it.

Someone already suggested diesel filter, but I think they do that anyway.

 

[sssstew]

yep, nothing more to add really, just a good service with good oil, new filters all round and job done.

check your happy with the brakes (ie not too worn or corroded)

 

[cyguardian]

Thnx so much steww I'll book it in for tomorrow. I'll also take a couple of pictures of my car to create a signature or something. Needs a good clean first though.

 

[thebeno]

They will clean at service wont they?

 

[cyguardian]

nop... Only if I take it to the Official VAG garage, but it'll cost double.

Anyway I like to wash and clean the car myself, as noone does a thorough job these days.

 

[thebeno]

Amen to that brother!!

Garage would probably put it through a car wash also, would break my heart!!

 

[cyguardian]

Got it back from service a week ago. Top notch job. GBP70 for service and GBP 25 for MOT. Think its good bargain.

Unfortunately revo does not do a remap for my engine so I'm 'stuck' with the original bhp and performance.

 

[timbotdi]

Revo list a map for the 1.9 110BHP Mk4 Golf TDI - is this not the same engine?

http://www.revotechnik.com/products/softwareProduct.aspx?pvID=165

130BHP / 270lb/ft - if not then take it to a custom tuner like Bell Autos, etc...

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