Hard Shifting / Range of Remote V8

ttbone · 08-17-2004

I just got my V8 back from the Dealer. I took it in becasue I was experiencing a jerking moting when coming off a highway drive (20 miles at about 70-75). I also took it in becasue the range of the remote on the key seemed a bit lame. It only works at a maximum of 6 feet.

They told me that the transmission update for the V8 is not in yet and that the range of the remote is only 6 feet. I do not believe them on either account.

Can someone shed some light on these issues? Also, I have had it with this Dealer. (VW of Valencia) I am going to be moving my extended contract to someone that would like to have my business. Any suggestions of a good one in the Southern California area?

As always, thanks for the assistance.

Tahoe · 08-17-2004

I just had the transmission flash update done on my V-8 this week in NV and it made a huge difference. Much smoother shifting now. I am sure it is available in so cal if it is available in nevada already. When I asked them to do it they told me they had to test drive it first to make sure there was a problem but I insisted they just do it and they finally did. Either ask them again or call VWOA and I am sure they will help you out and inform the dealer.

As for the remote. I was told that 15 ft. was the average and that is about all that I get after they did the TSB on the remote range. 6 ft is pretty short.

Good luck. -Jake

**TREGinginCO** · 08-17-2004

Your dealership is full of $**t. The tranmission update is not V6/V8/V10TDI specific. Your dealership should be able to read through the TSB and know that

As for the remote range fix, there is also a TSB for that - and your dealership should know about it as well.

For these two simple fixes, it should be a no brainer for your VW shop.... clearly it is... so you should find a new place to do business.

08-17-2004	#1
ttbone Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Valencia, CA. Posts: 4	Hard Shifting / Range of Remote V8 I just got my V8 back from the Dealer. I took it in becasue I was experiencing a jerking moting when coming off a highway drive (20 miles at about 70-75). I also took it in becasue the range of the remote on the key seemed a bit lame. It only works at a maximum of 6 feet. They told me that the transmission update for the V8 is not in yet and that the range of the remote is only 6 feet. I do not believe them on either account. Can someone shed some light on these issues? Also, I have had it with this Dealer. (VW of Valencia) I am going to be moving my extended contract to someone that would like to have my business. Any suggestions of a good one in the Southern California area? As always, thanks for the assistance. __________________ 04-V8, Offroad Grey w/ Anthracite Grey, Nav, Sound System II, Phatbox

08-17-2004	#2
Tahoe Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: NV and CA Posts: 1,041 Images: 39	I just had the transmission flash update done on my V-8 this week in NV and it made a huge difference. Much smoother shifting now. I am sure it is available in so cal if it is available in nevada already. When I asked them to do it they told me they had to test drive it first to make sure there was a problem but I insisted they just do it and they finally did. Either ask them again or call VWOA and I am sure they will help you out and inform the dealer. As for the remote. I was told that 15 ft. was the average and that is about all that I get after they did the TSB on the remote range. 6 ft is pretty short. Good luck. -Jake __________________ V8 Offroad Grey, Xenon, Nav & On Star Air Suspension, Convenience Package, 4 Zone Climate, Vagged= One Kickass Truck A DO IT YOURSELF GUIDE TO TOUAREG MODS AND MAINTENANCE: http://web.mac.com/renojoints/Touareg/Brakes.html

08-17-2004	#3
TREGinginCO Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Parker, CO Posts: 1,936 Images: 12	Your dealership is full of $**t. The tranmission update is not V6/V8/V10TDI specific. Your dealership should be able to read through the TSB and know that As for the remote range fix, there is also a TSB for that - and your dealership should know about it as well. For these two simple fixes, it should be a no brainer for your VW shop.... clearly it is... so you should find a new place to do business. __________________ 2006 V6, Campy White, VIN 46xxx, Anthracite w/ Sound 1 and Xenon Headlight Upgrades, Monster Mats, 3M Window Tint, Euro Headlight Switch, Gorilla Gear Cargo Mat, Clear Bra, VW Tow Pkg, VW V8 Style Exhaust Tips, 18' Manhattans & Silver Racks

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