Bay Related Manuals now published on blog

Have a look at the pages on the right ->

There is now a list of useful links which contain pages of VW bay related information.

I have found how you can store google docs documents and embed them into a PDF viewer window.

They are currently only sized window of around 800x1000 pixels as I have not found how to automatically adjust for your browser (HTML is not my thing!)

Also poor on Mobile devices so have disabled this and only desktop site available. You can read the blog on a mobile and still be able to view the PDF.

Hot Start issue - Resolved

Finally got to the bottom of the not starting when hot.

I was doing an oil change and while underneath I had a good look at the starter motor earth cable.

It was not attached well to the Chassis and also badly corroded at both ends. Removed and cleaned both ends of the cable and cleaned both mounting points with sandpaper and wire brush.

Refitted and covered in Petroleum jelly to ensure it does not corrode again.

This must have been causing a bad earth to Chassis for most of the electrics.

So the following issues have been resolved now been resolved.

1. Starts when hot. Starts so much better and quicker than before.
2. Start Battery holds charge.
3. Dash lights and other lights are all bright white instead of dim yellow.
4. Brake warning light does not glow and not affected by clutch pedal.

So everything is resolved and it like having a new van again! Very Happy