Hi,
Have just got a second-hand Roc, 170 BHP with 18k on the clock (11 Reg). Loving it so far!
1. Can the running lights be switched off (especially at the rear). The manual says there is some type of procedure, but was wondering if anyone had tried it?
2. Can VW Parking Sensors be installed?
3. I've noticed my iPod stays switched on once the engine is switched off. It is plugged into the "media in" via the VW cable. Does it therefore have to be unplugged every time?
Sorry if these questions are a bit stupid!
Newbie Owner - Questions
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Griffspeed
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Re: Newbie Owner - Questions
Q1: I personally can't answer Q1 but there's lots of threads about it on here.smbmetal wrote:Hi,
Have just got a second-hand Roc, 170 BHP with 18k on the clock (11 Reg). Loving it so far!
1. Can the running lights be switched off (especially at the rear). The manual says there is some type of procedure, but was wondering if anyone had tried it?
2. Can VW Parking Sensors be installed?
3. I've noticed my iPod stays switched on once the engine is switched off. It is plugged into the "media in" via the VW cable. Does it therefore have to be unplugged every time?
Sorry if these questions are a bit stupid!
Q2: Yes - but so can aftermarket ones which are cheaper and look better than the VW ones.
Q3: No need to keep unplugging ipod unless you leave the car unused for a few days. Rarely take mine out of the car & it's been fine apart from one time when car was stood for 4 days. While plugged into media in, it's on charge as long as ignition is on.
Enjoy the car!
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salsajoe
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Re: Newbie Owner - Questions
The answer to this one depends on build date. The early ones could be turned off but yours needs VAGCOM programming to sort - lots of threads on this. With 2011 models the rears are not on with running lights unless the light sensor triggers headlights or auto windscreen wipers are activated by rain.smbmetal wrote:Hi,
Have just got a second-hand Roc, 170 BHP with 18k on the clock (11 Reg). Loving it so far!
1. Can the running lights be switched off (especially at the rear). The manual says there is some type of procedure, but was wondering if anyone had tried it?
Enjoy the car!
Re: Newbie Owner - Questions
Thanks for the replies.
Think I will leave the DRLs as is, not sure why the rear lights need to be on though when it's not dark and the light switch is set on auto.
I think I will speak with my local independent garage re parking sensors.
Think I will leave the DRLs as is, not sure why the rear lights need to be on though when it's not dark and the light switch is set on auto.
I think I will speak with my local independent garage re parking sensors.