Update!!! I checked the oil today EXACTLY as the Manual specifies, and sure enough the oil is FULL!

My bad for apparently checking it the wrong way before.

I just bought a VW Touareg TDI. It is a pretty heavy SUV, not as aerodynamic as a car, and has a 240 HP 3.0L V-6 engine. I'm getting 33-35 MPG, so a little HIGHER than my Ryker. :? Run it at the same revs as a Ryker then comment how economical it is! That is NOT an accurate way to compare! An RC ai...

I just bought a VW Touareg TDI. It is a pretty heavy SUV, not as aerodynamic as a car, and has a 240 HP 3.0L V-6 engine. I'm getting 33-35 MPG, so a little HIGHER than my Ryker.

No. Not annoying. I mean how often do you go into reverse?

Chris2087 wrote: ↑

Sat Jul 13, 2019 11:28 am

Yes

Thanks!

Just curious. I'm at about 800 miles, and it looks like it is about 3/4 of the way to needing to add a quart.

No poll capability here?

Whatcha think?

I agree on the fun factor and it’s still cheaper than commuting with my big SUV I'm not looking for rationalization. I'm looking for answers!!! :roll: Have you not noticed the very high RPM's the engine runs at. You would think it was an electric motor. I dont think these engines are going to last ...

I was getting a good sized spot on the floor under the transmission . I checked the drain plug and it was tight. I took it back to the dealer and he changed the crush washer on the drain plug. I have 6,500 on it now and Its still dry. The Tech said the trans oil was realy dirty when he drained it. ...