What are the common faults of Volkswagen Lavida?
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Common faults of Volkswagen Lavida include: abnormal car noises, unstable idling prone to stalling, and car shaking. Below is relevant knowledge regarding solving abnormal car noises and car shaking: Regarding abnormal car noises: Abnormal noises during braking when reversing are caused by the brake caliper hitting the brake caliper bracket. If there is a regular clicking sound, it is recommended to go to a 4S shop for repair. Regarding car shaking: When starting, the car body shaking is relatively obvious, but it does not shake while running. This is caused by irregular wear of parts such as the flywheel, clutch plate, and pressure plate. It is recommended to inspect the clutch three-piece set. If there is no such feeling when the car starts, but this feeling becomes very obvious after driving for a while, it is caused by severe wear of clutch parts. It is recommended to replace severely worn parts.
I've driven a Lavida for ten years, and it's had quite a few common issues. The transmission problems are the most prominent, especially the severe jerking with the dual-clutch gearbox—it often hesitates during low-speed gear shifts, which is really annoying. Engine shaking is also common, especially as the car ages, likely due to carbon buildup, resulting in insufficient power during acceleration. The cooling system tends to leak, with the radiator or pipes prone to water leakage, causing engine overheating, so regular checks are necessary. There are also many suspension and chassis noises, like the shock absorbers creaking on rough roads, affecting driving comfort. Tire and wheel issues are frequent too, such as blowouts or imbalances, leading to loud noises at high speeds. Most of these problems are age-related, and better maintenance can prevent most of them, but for serious repairs, it's best to visit a professional shop.
I often drive a Lavida for deliveries, and the electrical system issues are quite a headache. The window regulators frequently malfunction, getting stuck halfway or not moving at all, requiring manual intervention to fix. The dashboard lights flicker constantly, sometimes going out completely, making it dangerous as I can't see the speed. There are also many lighting system failures, such as headlights getting water inside or bulbs burning out, leading to poor visibility at night. The air conditioning controls sometimes fail, with inadequate cooling in summer and erratic fan speeds causing annoyance. The engine control module occasionally throws error codes, resulting in sluggish acceleration or start-stop failures. These issues may seem minor, but they can cause significant delays. Regularly cleaning the connectors to prevent corrosion usually helps.
