Part 2-Vehicle Profile
1. Open Torque Apps.
2. Press menu key on android smart phone. Option "Setting-Vehicle Profile-Quit" will pop up.
3. Select "Vehicle Profile"
4. Select "Create new profile"
3. Fill in your OBD2 Vehicle Editor Setting
4. Profile name: (anything to identify the car)
5. Engine displacement (in liter): 1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 1.8 or 2.0
6. Total Vehicle weight: Refer to your car manual. Refer to section 'Weight'. I put mine as 1279kg taken from max kerb weight in vehicle sale brochure. I do not know why, but it gave me a more correct value in the calculation.
7. Fuel type: Petrol, diesel, etc
8. Fuel tank capacity:
9. Current fuel level: I use approximate value. In my case, the apps cannot read my actual fuel level from OBD.
10. Boost adjustment: I leave it at 0. Not sure about this
11. Max dial RPM: i put 8000 same as my car.
12. Volumetric efficiency: i leave this as 85%
13. Fuel cost: 2.1 as current RON 95 at RM2.1 per liter. Change this is you use RON97.
14. Accumulated Distance travelled: I do not change the default value.
15. MPG Trim: No change
16.OBD speed multiplier:
17. Other advance option, i use the default setting.
18. Once you finish select "Save" at the bottom.
2013/10/12
Dispatch Morning Run
Become a dispatch this morning. Run to the bank to deposit cheque.
Chill run as traffic is building up and weather with slight drizzle. Smoked everyone on LKSA.
Picture taken from apps screen shot. Max top speed (GPS) was 137.71.
2013/07/05
VW POLO 1.2 TSI Suspension Upgrade
General configuration picture. Actual component may vary.
Information if you are looking to mod your POLO ride. Update July 2013.
Anti Roll Bar /Sway Bay
Front
Eibach:
Ultra Racing: UR-AR23-316
KW: 68515020
Rear
Whiteline : BWR23Z Adjustable
Ultra Racing: UR-AR18-303
Sport Spring
To lower down your ride height.
Bilstein
H&R
Shock Absorber
Bilstein B4
Bilstein B6
Bilstein B8
H&R
Coil Over
Bilstein
H&R
KW Variant 1: 10281015 or 10281016
KW Variant 2
KW Variant 3
2013/05/20
DIY - Change wiper blade on a budget
So my front wiper blade start squeaking after getting the car for 1 year plus. So I ask around for price to replace the front set wiper, original VW wiper blade will put me back RM190, Bosch replacement RM170 from lelong. I wonder why the high price for a wiper blade? Why cant i just buy something cheap from any accessories shop?
So I went to Jusco to find a wiper blade to mess around. Found one unit 24" for RM8.00 at the car section.
Tool:
1. Cheap wiper blade. Length to suit the original.
2. Original wiper blade. Taken from car.
3. Small screwdriver.
Procedure:
1. Remove original wiper blade from car.
2. Turn the wiper blade over.
3. Look at the end cap. You will see 2 latch holding the end cap.
4. Use small screwdriver to push these latches.
5. Pull out the end cap.
6. Slide out the original wiper blade rubber.
7. Repeat step 2-6 on the new cheap wiper blade.
8.Compare the rubber profile. It look almost the same. (Right: VW original wiper blade)
9. Slide in the new wiper blade rubber.
10. Reattach the end cap.
11. Reinstall wiper blade to car.
Conclusion:
1. YES, you can actually take a cheap wiper blade insert and put it in the original VW wiper blade.
2. "You pay peanut, you get monkey". Probably this rubber will not last as long as original. Good reputed brand BOSCH or PIAA will cost some money but not easy to find. VW service center always keep stock.
3. A bit surprised to see rust formation when i removed the end cap. This will be a major factor to replace the whole set.
4. VW uses propriety attachment to attach the wiper blade. It could be the design itself is an Intellectual Property. Anyone who want to use the same design, must get approval from VW or risk legal action. It also reason why BOSCH and PIAA aftermarket wiper blade almost at the same price. Maybe cheaper by RM20-30 only. Compared with generic standard attachment BOSCH wiper blade that will cost 1/3 of a same length by VW wiper blade.
So I went to Jusco to find a wiper blade to mess around. Found one unit 24" for RM8.00 at the car section.
Tool:
1. Cheap wiper blade. Length to suit the original.
2. Original wiper blade. Taken from car.
3. Small screwdriver.
Procedure:
1. Remove original wiper blade from car.
2. Turn the wiper blade over.
3. Look at the end cap. You will see 2 latch holding the end cap.
4. Use small screwdriver to push these latches.
5. Pull out the end cap.
7. Repeat step 2-6 on the new cheap wiper blade.
8.Compare the rubber profile. It look almost the same. (Right: VW original wiper blade)
10. Reattach the end cap.
11. Reinstall wiper blade to car.
Conclusion:
1. YES, you can actually take a cheap wiper blade insert and put it in the original VW wiper blade.
2. "You pay peanut, you get monkey". Probably this rubber will not last as long as original. Good reputed brand BOSCH or PIAA will cost some money but not easy to find. VW service center always keep stock.
3. A bit surprised to see rust formation when i removed the end cap. This will be a major factor to replace the whole set.
4. VW uses propriety attachment to attach the wiper blade. It could be the design itself is an Intellectual Property. Anyone who want to use the same design, must get approval from VW or risk legal action. It also reason why BOSCH and PIAA aftermarket wiper blade almost at the same price. Maybe cheaper by RM20-30 only. Compared with generic standard attachment BOSCH wiper blade that will cost 1/3 of a same length by VW wiper blade.
2013/04/16
Torque Apps Android Version - OBD2 Performance and Diagnostic for your car - Part 1
These are the tutorial for connecting your car to your Android smartphone.
Note:
This is my setting, your phone/car/OBD2 scanner maybe different version from mine.
1. Android Phone: Sony Xperia-U, Android Version 4.04,
2. Torque version 1.6.40
Things you need:
1. OBD2 dongle with bluetooth connection. (Search "OBD2 scanner" in Lelong or mudah to purchase one)
2. Torque android apps installed . Free Version., or Pro Version.
3. Car with OBD2 port.
Steps:
1. Make sure you car engine is turn OFF.
2. Locate OBD2 port in your car. In VW Polo, the port is directly underneath steering column.
3. Orientate the scanner with the port and slot it in. Only one way to install it. You will see a RED LED blinking.
4. Turn on the engine ignition.
5. Open up your android Bluetooth setting.
6. Turn on your android phone bluetooth. Swipe to right on button next to 'Bluetooth'. Click Bluetooth.
7. Press the 'Search for devices'
8.OBDII will appear on the list.
9. Select the OBDII to pair your device.
10. If request password, check your OBD2 scanner documentation. Usually it is '1234'
11. Close bluetooth setting.
12. Open the Torque application. It`s icon is an 'Engine Check' sign. If there is a prompt to turn on GPS, click OK.
13. Select Realtime Information to confirm you are reading from the car.
14. Press your car accelerator. The REV dial will move accordingly and identical with your meter. You are done.
Note:
This is my setting, your phone/car/OBD2 scanner maybe different version from mine.
1. Android Phone: Sony Xperia-U, Android Version 4.04,
2. Torque version 1.6.40
Things you need:
1. OBD2 dongle with bluetooth connection. (Search "OBD2 scanner" in Lelong or mudah to purchase one)
2. Torque android apps installed . Free Version., or Pro Version.
3. Car with OBD2 port.
Steps:
1. Make sure you car engine is turn OFF.
2. Locate OBD2 port in your car. In VW Polo, the port is directly underneath steering column.
4. Turn on the engine ignition.
5. Open up your android Bluetooth setting.
6. Turn on your android phone bluetooth. Swipe to right on button next to 'Bluetooth'. Click Bluetooth.
7. Press the 'Search for devices'
8.OBDII will appear on the list.
9. Select the OBDII to pair your device.
10. If request password, check your OBD2 scanner documentation. Usually it is '1234'
11. Close bluetooth setting.
12. Open the Torque application. It`s icon is an 'Engine Check' sign. If there is a prompt to turn on GPS, click OK.
13. Select Realtime Information to confirm you are reading from the car.
14. Press your car accelerator. The REV dial will move accordingly and identical with your meter. You are done.
2013/02/25
VW Polo 1.2TSI EPC, TC and Engine Check Light
Dear Friends, I experience another episode of
EPC, TC and Engine Check Light yesterday 24/2/2013. These long story to
share my experience.
Background story:
28/1/2013-Wife complained that EPC, Traction Control (TC) and engine check suddenly light up. Engine suddenly lost power during drive. RPM limited to 1000-2000 only.
29/1/2013- Service Center full. Tried around KL and Selangor. Turned down by all SC.
30/1/2013- Managed to book appointment with Federal Auto PJ SC. The mechanic informed that my Polo ECU and DSG still in old version 1.0. I objected that i did the update last time in July 2012 in Jln Ipoh SC. Mechanic said maybe Jln Ipoh SC lied to me.
They updated the software and DSG. Problem solved until yesterday.
24/2/2013- I was driving around 30-40 kmph, when suddenly the EPC and TC light up. Car runs normally, but i stop to the side, just in case. Turn off and start the engine again. Now only CHECK ENGINE light up.
Immediately i return back to my house. I insert the OBDII dongle and run TORQUE app on my android phone.
25/2/2013- Engine Check Light still there. Drive the car from Seremban to Klang. I feel the gear change a bit sluggish. Manage to book appointment with CNB Auto SC Klang tomorrow. Will keep you all updated. Wish me luck.
26/2/2013- In the morning Engine Check Light is no more. My wife bring the car to SC at noon, and cannot find any error in the car. SC confirmed that all software is updated and advise me to come to SC immediately if the problem occur again. Even told my wife to not turn off the engine. BASKET!! Every time i have problem and call any SC, you all said bay full. Come back later tomorrow.
Background story:
28/1/2013-Wife complained that EPC, Traction Control (TC) and engine check suddenly light up. Engine suddenly lost power during drive. RPM limited to 1000-2000 only.
29/1/2013- Service Center full. Tried around KL and Selangor. Turned down by all SC.
30/1/2013- Managed to book appointment with Federal Auto PJ SC. The mechanic informed that my Polo ECU and DSG still in old version 1.0. I objected that i did the update last time in July 2012 in Jln Ipoh SC. Mechanic said maybe Jln Ipoh SC lied to me.
They updated the software and DSG. Problem solved until yesterday.24/2/2013- I was driving around 30-40 kmph, when suddenly the EPC and TC light up. Car runs normally, but i stop to the side, just in case. Turn off and start the engine again. Now only CHECK ENGINE light up.
Immediately i return back to my house. I insert the OBDII dongle and run TORQUE app on my android phone.
ECU Fault Log
Fault log report generated by Torque for Android
=================================================
Vehicle VIN: WVWZZZ6RZCU0XXXXX
Vehicle Manufacturer: Volkswagen
Vehicle Calibration ID: 03F9060XXXXXXXXXX
Current Fault Log
------------------
P2138: Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch D/E Voltage Correlation
Pending Fault Log
---------------------------------------------------
ECU reports no other fault codes logged
End of report.
25/2/2013- Engine Check Light still there. Drive the car from Seremban to Klang. I feel the gear change a bit sluggish. Manage to book appointment with CNB Auto SC Klang tomorrow. Will keep you all updated. Wish me luck.
26/2/2013- In the morning Engine Check Light is no more. My wife bring the car to SC at noon, and cannot find any error in the car. SC confirmed that all software is updated and advise me to come to SC immediately if the problem occur again. Even told my wife to not turn off the engine. BASKET!! Every time i have problem and call any SC, you all said bay full. Come back later tomorrow.
2013/02/01
OBD2 OBDII - ELM327 Bluetooth Auto Diagnostic
Bought OBDII Bluetooth transmitter for my VW POLO. Items arrived 1+1 day after ordered.
Timeline:
Place order on Tuesday after 2pm
Item delivered Wednesday
Item arrived on Thursday
Item was ordered from Lelong. I recommend this seller.
Item Listing OBD2 Autoscanner
Seller deanwong
Jump to for full product specification
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