[TheLizardKing]

Hi. I'm planning to get the following mods, and wanted to get feedback:

1. Remap: Superchips Stage 1from N1 Racing for my GT TSI. Wanted to know the experience of fellow members with N1 and Superchips, specifically the Stage 1. I'm sticking with Stage 1 because my car is still under extended warranty. The dealer has committed to revert the car to the stock map in the worst case scenario.
2. Suspension upgrade: Considering the following options: Bilstein B6, Koni Special Active, and KW ST (struts).
3. Performance air filter: Looking for suggestions.

Thanks in advance.

[MileCruncher]

The new car has only done about 350kms. On Sunday while checking underbody, I noticed that the new brake disks have started scoring slightly. Nothing deep but the surface of the rotor is not smooth. I would expect the disk pad rubbing on the rotor would be facing the rotor smoothly and the rotor face should be plane.

Is it too early to check and if yes how long should I wait for the brake components ( disk / rotor) to settle down properly.

[graaja]

Originally Posted by MileCruncher

The new car has only done about 350kms. On Sunday while checking underbody, I noticed that the new brake disks have started scoring slightly. Nothing deep but the surface of the rotor is not smooth. I would expect the disk pad rubbing on the rotor would be facing the rotor smoothly and the rotor face should be plane.

Is it too early to check and if yes how long should I wait for the brake components ( disk / rotor) to settle down properly.

It takes about 500 kilometers for the brake pads to settle. As the brake pads settle in, it is normal to see some unevenness in the discs. Only if the tracks are too deep, you need to worry.

[Traveler]

On my Pajero the new Brembo discs and pads took almost 1500 kms to bed in and get the proper brake bite. So yes, give them some time and mileage and they will improve for sure.

[TheLizardKing]

Hi. Can someone help me source the OEM GTI armrest for my GT TSI? In Mumbai.

Moderator Suhaas had suggested Pete's, but they no longer sell it.

[nair]

Is there no warning chimes while driving without seatbelt on? I was just moving the car to an adjacent parking spot and was surprised when there was no warning sounds. So I drove around for a bit and there was still no warning sounds! This is really surprising for a German car. Any idea why the warning is not there or is it a fault in my car?

[GrandTourer]

No, there's nothing wrong with your car. It doesn't have an audio warning for seatbelt, at least upto 2017 model year. But, I have never driven it faster than 10-15 kmph without a seatbelt (force of habit ), so not sure if it comes on after a certain speed. But I'm pretty sure it wouldn't have been programmed like that.

Any 2018 owners?

[Gannu_1]

Originally Posted by nair

Is there no warning chimes while driving without seatbelt on?

No warning chimes.

Originally Posted by nair

Any idea why the warning is not there or is it a fault in my car

The chime is missing on the Indian Polo/Vento/Rapid models. Blame it on a different model of the ACU (airbag control unit) installed on the cars here.

[swissknife]

Originally Posted by nair

Is there no warning chimes while driving without seatbelt on? I was just moving the car to an adjacent parking spot and was surprised when there was no warning sounds. So I drove around for a bit and there was still no warning sounds! This is really surprising for a German car. Any idea why the warning is not there or is it a fault in my car?

My 2016 GT TSI does have a warning chime with an indication in the MID. However, it is not continuous as is the case with the lights turned on after shutting off the engine. It is for a very short period of time.

[Gannu_1]

Originally Posted by swissknife

My 2016 GT TSI does have a warning chime with an indication in the MID. However, it is not continuous as is the case with the lights turned on after shutting off the engine. It is for a very short period of time.

Could you please upload a short clip of the chime to YouTube and share the link here? Would like to view it. Thanks.

[nair]

I don't have warning chime nor the indication in MID.

[Rajeevraj]

Originally Posted by nair

Is there no warning chimes while driving without seatbelt on? I was just moving the car to an adjacent parking spot and was surprised when there was no warning sounds. So I drove around for a bit and there was still no warning sounds! This is really surprising for a German car. Any idea why the warning is not there or is it a fault in my car?

Germans probably think that wearing the seat belt is the most natural thing in the world to do. Like we would never forget to close the door before driving off, they probably cannot imagine a scenario where someone forgets to put on the seat belt.

But looks like now they are Indianizing things. Seat Belt reminder, change in the door unlock process are couple of things I have seen.

They do have warning chimes if the headlights are not turned off when the car is switched off and when you drive with hand brake engaged. Definitely more useful in my opinion.

[nair]

There are warning chimes for driving with the handbrake on as well. Which makes it all the more surprising that there is not one for seatbelt.

Anyway question answered. Nothing wrong with my car. So thanks everyone.

[GrandTourer]

Originally Posted by nair

There are warning chimes for driving with the handbrake on as well. Which makes it all the more surprising that there is not one for seatbelt.

Anyway question answered. Nothing wrong with my car. So thanks everyone.

Yes it's quite surprising that a car with all those modern tech doesn't have one... Heck, it has a warning chime for when you turn off the car and open the door with headlights on, but not for seatbelt :what:

[raman.aries]

Dear members,

My 10500kms run Polo GT TSi has developed brake shudder. I understand that this has happened with several polos. How can I take it up with the company?

The dealer seems to be pretty useless in this case - Their response was that I have replace it at my own cost. The car is within its warranty period and this seems like a quality defect and I feel I should not be punished for the company's mistake.