Polo Problems & Fix Register

[Y2008]

Make: 2008 Polo GTI
Kms: 280
Mods: None
Car Usage: Not decided yet

Problem: Accelerator pedal

Description: Aluminum pedal cover just slipped off so i just set it aside, wouldn't want it happening while I was driving.

Fix: None yet

Problem: Metallic rattling noise from the back side

Description: Random rattling noise coming from the back, sounds like something loose in the exhaust, its a "tinny" metal sound, like a snare drum rattle.

Fix: first time to hear it today.

[Kev_GTI]

Make: 2007 polo GTI
Km: ~30,000
Mods: None
Usage: Daily use

Ive had pretty much the same problems... plus a few more

Problem 1: accelerator pedal

Description: I bought my car near-new about a year ago with only 6000 km on the clock. Didn't notice at the time, but the alloy sports pedal cover was missing (I assume it came loose and the guy i bought it off removed it).

Fix: Tried to scam a new one under warranty but service rep said he needs the part to get it re-fitted under warranty. Said i "lost it" and he gave me a quote for new one for around $280 not including cost to fit the pedal.

Problem 2: Rattle from rear-driver's side of car (sounds tinny like loose speaker or something?)

Description: Rattling noise getting worse. Can hear it even when driving along on relatively smooth road

Fix: Told dealer about problem when i took it in for service. When i picked the car up service rep said they "could not fault it". Told me to bring the car back if it does it again whenever i happen to be passing by (this is kinda hard when i work long hours 5 days a week and dealer service is closed on weekend). The rattling started as soon as i drove out of the carpark. Problem persists... and is pretty damn annoying. Overall pretty unhappy with service centre (denlo parramatta). had 30,000k service done and they didnt even fill out my log book properly or stick a new service reminder on windscreen. Also, oil stains on engine cover and all over engine bay. pretty crap when service costs nearly $600

Problem 3: Gearbox crunch when shifting from 1st to 2nd

Description: Standard problem with crunching from 1st to 2nd

Fix: Synchro for 2nd gear replaced under warranty. Shifts beautifully now with no problems so far

Problem 4: Mild oil leak from rubber seals??

Description: I had the car inspected by a mechanic before i bought it and he said there was a minor oil leak. Said this was a pretty common thing for some new cars

Fix: Fixed under warranty. Some rubber seals of some description replaced? no probs so far

Problem 5: other minor creaks and rattles

Description: Random rattles and creaks from dash and doors that come and go

Fix: trying to ignore them and convince myself that it doest really bother me!

Other than that, car is awesome (seriously)

[firdausasri]

Problem 2: Rattle from rear-driver's side of car (sounds tinny like loose speaker or something?)

Description: Rattling noise getting worse. Can hear it even when driving along on relatively smooth road

Fix: Told dealer about problem when i took it in for service. When i picked the car up service rep said they "could not fault it". Told me to bring the car back if it does it again whenever i happen to be passing by (this is kinda hard when i work long hours 5 days a week and dealer service is closed on weekend). The rattling started as soon as i drove out of the carpark. Problem persists... and is pretty damn annoying. Overall pretty unhappy with service centre (denlo parramatta). had 30,000k service done and they didnt even fill out my log book properly or stick a new service reminder on windscreen. Also, oil stains on engine cover and all over engine bay. pretty crap when service costs nearly $600


I've this problem too, sent to dealer and guess what they couldn't spot also. I'm thinking if getting the car jacked up and knock the exhaust pipe with sledgehammer

[RhysQ]

Problem 2: Rattle from rear-driver's side of car (sounds tinny like loose speaker or something?)

Description: Rattling noise getting worse. Can hear it even when driving along on relatively smooth road

i have a similar sound coming from my passenger side door and one from in behind my glove box. its getting louder every week and i'm starting to get sick of it. even 'philthy' picked up on it within a few seconds of being in my car, thats how noticeable it is....

i shall try my luck at Gold Coast VW and see if they can do anything about it/find the problem. if they can find the problem it may be something related to yours, so you can have a round 2 with denlo accompanied by some minor instructions.

Cheers,
Rhys

[DaveMack]

i have a similar sound coming from my passenger side door and one from in behind my glove box. its getting louder every week and i'm starting to get sick of it. even 'philthy' picked up on it within a few seconds of being in my car, thats how noticeable it is....

i shall try my luck at Gold Coast VW and see if they can do anything about it/find the problem. if they can find the problem it may be something related to yours, so you can have a round 2 with denlo accompanied by some minor instructions.

Cheers,
Rhys

I've got the same in the driver's door. Jimmy has figured out exactly what it is and is going to fix it when he fits my ... oops.

Dave

[RhysQ]

I've got the same in the driver's door. Jimmy has figured out exactly what it is and is going to fix it when he fits my ... oops.

Dave

spit it dave, spit it! FMIC by any chance?

when he fixes the problem can you please let us know what it is so i can get my mech to sort it out.

[DaveMack]

spit it dave, spit it! FMIC by any chance?

when he fixes the problem can you please let us know what it is so i can get my mech to sort it out.

OK ... don't tell anyone Rhys ... Johan (Sharkie) had one FMIC left.

Dave

[Kev_GTI]

Took the car back to the dealer for the rattle problem. Went for a drive with one of the mechanics and it turns out its a suspension problem. Going to order some part to replace some suspension mounting?? hopefully this fixes it.
kinda gotten used to the noise tho!
I think i read about this problem on some of the previous posts... apparently its pretty common.

anyways thanks for ur help

[mr_walker]

Took the car back to the dealer for the rattle problem. Went for a drive with one of the mechanics and it turns out its a suspension problem.

I've got a knocking sound in my right rear wheel area - might be the same thing. Hoping to take it in to the dealer this week.

[Kiel_GTI]

Problem: Squeak/rattle in the dash...behind the steering wheel kinda area.

When taken in for service told them about it they put some foam stuff to stop plastic rubbing against each other.
told if it still made noise have to take it back to have whole dash disassembled.

still making noise. grrrr.

might live with it for a bit cbf'd taking it in for a whole day.

next service perhaps.