MK6 GTI - Rattle upon acceleration - Resolved via TPI: 2021062/7

[Vaku]

hmm well I wonder if they will at least install it for free if you provide the part, they have the number now so surely they must recognize what this part is used for..

my 15,000 service is due soon and my clip is on the way from ECS, either way will get it fitted as soon as it arrives and report back here.

[GTI mk6]

Look forward to your findings Vaku

[JasonR]

I have a rattle in the dash, very faint and only occurs over bumps or rough bitumen at low revs. Took it to the dealer and they claim it is the wastegate rattle you guys are talking about here - and that nothing can be done about it. I dont see how a dash rattle can be confused with the wastegate rattle. Either they didn't hear it at all during test drives or they cant be bothered pulling the dash out! Not happy!

[Ferni]

My VW dealer said to be careful installing this part, as since it isn't a certified fix by VWA, if for some reason this part causes issues, ie holds the actuator closed and you run unlimited boost, blow your engine and not covered under warranty. While this is pretty unlikely, if something did happen to your engine, you could be in for a fight...

My next step is to escalate to VWA, and keep escalating until a satisfactory answer is received. There is always an escalation point, up to the CEO in Germany.

[Corey_R]

My VW dealer said to be careful installing this part, as since it isn't a certified fix by VWA, if for some reason this part causes issues, ie holds the actuator closed and you run unlimited boost, blow your engine and not covered under warranty. While this is pretty unlikely, if something did happen to your engine, you could be in for a fight...

My next step is to escalate to VWA, and keep escalating until a satisfactory answer is received. There is always an escalation point, up to the CEO in Germany.

VGA (Volkswagen Group Australia) don't certify parts
And btw, as per my previous post, it's now on the Australian ordering system

Read my previous post

[Ferni]

VGA (Volkswagen Group Australia) don't certify parts
And btw, as per my previous post, it's now on the Australian ordering system

Read my previous post

Thanks Corey, I missed that post from you, i read your previous one where you were chasing this up, much appreciated.

I'm just trying to point out that if we install this clip outside of VGAs advice, any issues it may cause will be our risk....

As for your question about anyone getting this done outside of Australia - this may be of some use (or not)
http://www.golfmk6.com/forums/showpo...6&postcount=83
and this
Engine noise at 2500 rpms
and this
Engine noise at 2500 rpms

[Capercat]

I have a rattle in the dash, very faint and only occurs over bumps or rough bitumen at low revs. Took it to the dealer and they claim it is the wastegate rattle you guys are talking about here - and that nothing can be done about it. I dont see how a dash rattle can be confused with the wastegate rattle. Either they didn't hear it at all during test drives or they cant be bothered pulling the dash out! Not happy!

I'm afraid they're having a lend of you.

[Corey_R]

I'm still looking for assistance from a MK6 GTI owner from Canberra guys. If anyone can help, please PM me. See my previous post for more information.

[Vaku]

Ferni, that's a good point re : warranty, I guess I will have them install it in my next service , I have a feeling they will say its an hour job, or wont know what to do, or refuse to do it though.

but as Corey mentioned its now a listed part so at least they will acknowledge its purpose I hope.

[AdamD]

I'm still looking for assistance from a MK6 GTI owner from Canberra guys. If anyone can help, please PM me. See my previous post for more information.

Perhaps a Sydney owner prepared to do the commute?