Servicing...

[Makaveli]

Sorry guys I know there have been alot of threads on Servicing, but im looking for some clarification around my upcoming 2nd Service

1) What if any are the differences in work done (e.g. oil and filter changes) between Long life and Time and Distance plans

2) Does one tend to cost more than another

3) Is there any quick way of checking if your on T&D or Longlife service plan via Highline or do I just have to call the dealer I purchased if from

Thanks 

[Ifti]

Not sure of the differences but one costs more then the other since LL oils are used.

Also, I knew I was on T&D because it would count down the days, or miles remaining, to the next service - and by the days counting down it came to exactly 1 year old.
The easy way to check is to ring the VW Dealership, who can check on their database.

[Makaveli]

Not sure of the differences but one costs more then the other since LL oils are used.

Also, I knew I was on T&D because it would count down the days, or miles remaining, to the next service - and by the days counting down it came to exactly 1 year old.
The easy way to check is to ring the VW Dealership, who can check on their database.

Thanks Ifti - I had a read through your thread regarding 1st Service. So are you saying that if your on Longlife it doesnt do the countdown on the display? The days and mileage countdown has appeared on mine.

[SteveP]

LL will still count down but it could be up to 2 years or 20k depending upon the way you drive / types of journey etc.

IIRC if you put the key in but don't start the car and press + hold the 0.0 trip reset the display will show remaining time/distance until next service 

[Makaveli]

LL will still count down but it could be up to 2 years or 20k depending upon the way you drive / types of journey etc.

IIRC if you put the key in but don't start the car and press + hold the 0.0 trip reset the display will show remaining time/distance until next service 

Thanks SteveP, im currently getting the countdown, but from what you say I think im on LL then as its 06 and in the book has been serviced once. Does that sound about right? Will definately ring the dealer to confirm.

[SteveP]

^^^ Yep that would sound about right 

[Makaveli]

Thanks. Anyone that could tell me exactly what is/should be changed for both I would appreciate it. 

[Makaveli]

Bump    I was hoping Caz would shed some light, but no sign of her so far.

Any other service experts?

[SteveP]

Bump    I was hoping Caz would shed some light, but no sign of her so far.

Any other service experts?

What else do you need to know?

[Makaveli]

Just wanted to know the differences in work done (e.g. oil and filter changes) between Long life and Time and Distance servicing plans

[SteveP]

For what age / mileage ?

[Smiler]

Just wanted to know the differences in work done (e.g. oil and filter changes) between Long life and Time and Distance servicing plans

Some info here http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?PHPSESSID=75992aac861bf959a9c08d9fe44ccd2d&topic=65779.0
 

[Caz]

SORRY, BEEN A WHILE, HOME ISSUES, HOPEFULLY GETTING ON WITH IT.. ANYWAYS...

20 000 mile service.. intermiediate (spelling hasnt got any better since been away.lol) service..
normally consists of: oil and filter, and pollen filter, full inspection and diagnostics. :)

longlife 2nd serivce will be similar, but more pricey. Longlife servicing in general, does cost more.

there is a difference in the service books, for either time and distance or longlife, but the registering/selling dealer should be a ble to tell you before you book in. but if its due its 20k, then it should of had a 10k..

[Phil Mcavity]

SORRY, BEEN A WHILE, HOME ISSUES, HOPEFULLY GETTING ON WITH IT.. ANYWAYS...

20 000 mile service.. intermiediate (spelling hasnt got any better since been away.lol) service..
normally consists of: oil and filter, and pollen filter, full inspection and diagnostics. :)

longlife 2nd serivce will be similar, but more pricey. Longlife servicing in general, does cost more.

there is a difference in the service books, for either time and distance or longlife, but the registering/selling dealer should be a ble to tell you before you book in. but if its due its 20k, then it should of had a 10k..

Nice to see you back Caz, hope Gordan is well 

[Caz]

thanks mr phil.  yes, he's still being a pain.lol