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call for an appointment 301-898-9444
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| Where it started, around 1979 |
Mark can stay so you can pick your car as late as 6pm May to September.
Please call ahead if
you cannot pick up your car by 5pm. We leave at 4:45
We will closed on
Monday May 27th
Thursday July 4th
Monday September 2nd
Thursday November 21st
Wednesday December 25th
Wednesday January 1st
We are now called
MARK 1 Service
SPECIALIZING
IN REPAIR OF VOLKSWAGENS
9633 Woodsboro Pike, PO BOX 444, Walkersville, MD 21793-0444
(301)898-9444 is now a smart
phone, there are no landline phones in the building.
You can
text this number, do not leave voice mail.
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Walk-in service on Saturdays 10-2 for pick up, drop off and engine scan, keys made, part sales,
minor repairs.
No oil changes or anything bigger on Saturday.
Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm, service is performed 9-5
One day service on most repairs with 24hr appointment. This does not include figuring out the problem,
This would apply to straight forward repairs like replacing brake rotors and pads, not getting
engine lights to stay off,
Breakdown today, we will work on it tomorrow.
We do just about everything, install batteries, change oil, brakes, exhaust,
engine light coding,
motor work, used parts, new parts, whatever your daily driver needs.
Map of 9633 Woodsboro Pike
Walkersville, MD
21793
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mark1service@comcast.net click here to email
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Engine Light Codes
We have all seen the TV adds for checking your engine light code
for free. Be advised that turning it off is not free.
The
object is to get you in their shop for a repair. Places that sell parts will often suggest parts related to the code.
For example, a multiple missfire code P300 might indicate the
need for new spark plugs and wires or coil pack.
But
a vacuum leak causes a lean condition in the motor and triggers the missfire.
So after replacing $ in parts, you still have an engine light on and a problem.
We specilize in VW and are aware of most odd or related defects
not directly related to the "code".
Another
example is the TDI engine cars from 1998 to 2004 has a blinking glowplug light.
Would you belive that is caused by a defective brake light switch! so replacing glow
plugs, relay, etc will not fix that issue.
The switch feedsback through the engine computer and causes the light to blink,
The brake light switch has two functions, turns the brake lights on and signals the engine
computer
to reduce the fuel going to the
engine to help slow the car during braking.
So
you can take your chances with the auto parts stores, oil change places and transmission shops.
But the better money spent is with the shops that specialize in your Volkswagen.
Diesel timing belt controversy
Some owners manuals state to replace the timing belt every 40,000 miles.(automatic transmission)
Others
state 60,000 miles.(96-2000) Yet newer 2000 TDI vehicles state 80,000 miles.(after engine #500,000).
In the owners manual of the 2003
Jetta it says 100,000 miles.
Older 77-91 diesels had a service interval of 60,000 miles using a not sealed roller and
a bearing tensioner
with metal pully that you set the tension which needed to be checked every 30,000 miles.
Newer
96-04 vehicles have self tensioning tensioners with sealed roller bearings and composite (plastic) pully.
It would seem
that a tensioner pully designed to prevent stress to the belt would allow the belt to last longer.
Longer than the original proven
60,000 miles.
The TDI belt is only a couple teeth longer and the same width as older diesel belts. The 80,000 mile belt
is the same price!
City driven TDI engine cars may only log 6,000 miles a year,
that may be the reason VW required
that 40,000 timing belt service interval.
The self tensioning
pullies that we have replaced seem to feel and spin just like a new one.
The
service interval on VWs web site calls for checking the tensioner at 40,000 and 80,000 miles but not replacing the tensioners
or water pump?
We have customers with a 1998 and newer TDI vehicles now exceeding 75,000 miles and one with 88,000 miles
without belt replacement.
We have replaced many belts over 65,000 miles.
We have a customer with a 2000 TDI @ 147,000
miles, original belt!May/04 Most failures happen by 120,000 miles
By now in the year 2024, all older timing belts have been replaced. The replacement parts used increase
the service interval to 100,000 miles.
Water pump bearings fail
at 115,000 to 120,000 miles and drop the timing belt causing engine damage,
so
it is not the belt at issue but the water pump! It is your choice, search the net for more information.
Timing belt job is your insurance policy for contiued engine opperation.
Forums at vwvortex
40,000 mile diesel service: oil change, cabin filter, air filter,
fuel filter $199 or less.
PERFORMANCE 1998-2005 TDI motors
Want to know more? Check the forums at www.tdiclub.com
Have you had problems accelerating? Will your motor not go past 4000 rpm? Then you may have a coked egr valve with deposits clogging the intake.
There is now an induction cleaning service to clear the exhaust turbo of deposits
and dissolve the oily chewing gum substance from the intake without taking everything
apart.
Service includes 5 cans of chemicals, 2 for the exhaust and 1 for the intake.
Oil additive and fuel additive.
Chemical
kit and service $399 includes synthetic 5w40 oil change.
It
will run a whole lot better. Please call for an appointment and drop your car off.
No wait-on for this service.
99-03 Turbo
1.8t Passat motors.
Volkswagen of America has recognized there is a problem with sludging of oil causing oil circulation
to be diminished.
Ultimately leading to engine failure.
High temperatures from the oil leaving the turbo and a 3.7 quart oil capacity
of the motor are working against each other.
Service bulletin
now suggests using the TDI spin on oil filter from the 96-98 motors to help increase oil capacity (which does not fit properly).
VW is replacing failed motors only if you can document the oil changes have been
performed every 5000 miles.
You will need receipts for oil and
filter purchase if you have been doing it youself.
Link to consumer
complaints about VW cars, click hereWater pump failures are covered up to 60,000 miles.
TIMING BELT JOBS
It is not necessary to replace your timing belt if you have a 75>92 Volkswagen
with an 8v motor.
Unlike other cars they don't have valve damage
when the belt breaks. The engine WILL stop running.
If you have
a diesel or 16V motor. Diesels,16V motors will suffer severe engine damage.
These
motors should have their belt replaced every 4 years or 60,000 miles.
The 93 to 99 cars may suffer valve damage.
1993 and newer 8v gas engines should have their timing belt replaced @ 90,000
to 105,000 miles.
Diesel 1977>1992 60,000 mile $262
8V gas 1993>1998 90,000 mile $199
16V gas
1986>1992 60,000 mile$249
8V gas 1974>1992 engines $187, with ac $295, more belts, more work
TDI.96-98 golf/jetta III 60,000 mile $649
includes idler & rollers (AAZ AHU 1Z motors)
TDI 99-04.golf/jetta IV 100,000 mile $949 includes idler rollers serpentine
belt and new (ALH & BEX motors) 038 waterpump,
$1249 includes serp belt
tensioner and alt slip pully
TDI 04-06 golf Jetta IV 100,000 mile $1249 includes
idler rollers serpentine belt, and new 045 waterpump (BEW motors)
V6 Passat 1998-2003,
100,000 mile $1275, includes belts, rollers, water pump, thermostat WE NO LONGER DO THIS
JOB
We use NEW German water
pumps with metal impellers, not rebuilt, not plastic.
Why would a VW dealer
or repair shop not replace the rollers and water pump when failures are common at 120,000 miles?
It is not the belt at issue, it is the supporting hardware. Severe
engine damage occurs to TDI motors when the belt jumps out of time.
Extra labor charges apply to some
models and you may need or want other related repairs with the timing belt job
such as V belts, oil leaks, rollers,
water pump and motor mounts.
We highly recomend all 98 (4th generation) and newer Volkswagens
replace the water pump with the timing belt.
Lots of pump failures after 90,000 miles. The
impeller is plastic and it breaks. Then the engine runs hot.
Should
the pump bearing fail, driven by the timing belt, you will have severe engine damage.
FRONT BRAKE JOBS
Most Volkswagens after wearing out the brake pads,
have worn out the rotors too, the ability to stop has
little to do with the thickness of the
brake pad or rotor, but more to do with the integrity of the hydraulic system.
The Master Cylinder,
brake calipers, wheel cylinders, hoses and metal lines.
New
front brake pads & two new rotors & labor:
75-84
Rabbit $180 Rabbit GTI $199
85-92 Golf/Jetta $180 GTI/GLI $199
75-83 Scirocco $180 84-86 Scirocco $199
86-88
Scirocco16v $239
93-99 Golf Jetta 2L $239
00-04 Golf Jetta New
Beetle $299
Bug brake jobs from $129(front or rear)
Bus/Vanagon rear brake jobs from
$249
We have a 3000 AMMCO brake drum rotor lathe
CLUTCH
JOBS
New clutch plate, disc, trans input shaft seals
75-84 Rabbit $648 83-92 GTI $738
80-84 Jetta $648
84-87 GLI $748
93-98 Golf/Jetta 3 $598 to $698 83-86 Scirocco $648
86-88 Scirocco16v $798 86-88 16v Golf/Jetta $698
67-79 Beetle $398 67-71 Bus $419
TDI dual mass clutch job with flywheel $1500
DEALER RECALLS
85-90
Golf & Jetta Heater Core: SYMPTOM: Sweet smell, smeary
windshield, steam inside car, windshield fogs up when defroster
is on!
1993 to 1999 with automatic transmission failure.
If
you are the original owner with less than 100,000 miles, it may be covered under warranty.
99 1/2 to date Golf,
Jetta, Beetle, window regulator malfunction 7 year no mileage limitation.
99 1/2 brake light switch, no mileage
limitation
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL VOLKSWAGEN
DEALER,
IT'S A FREEBEE! (If the recall has not been done previously.)
If you have paid for these repairs, contact Volkswagen of
America Customer Service to be reimbursed.
ODOMETER REPAIR (mechanical)
We repair your odometer and warranty it for 90 days Rabbit Scirocco
Fox
Jetta.Golf $170 + $68 Golf/Jetta with kneebar
WATERPUMP JOBS
74-92 New waterpump $49 Rabbit, Scirocco, Jetta, Golf.
Labor without airconditioning $150,
with ac $229
Add $34 with power steering.
FRONT END WORK
Front wheel bearing includes installation:
Rabbit/jetta/scirocco >84...................$299
Golf/Jetta...........................85>92.....$329
Dasher/Fox..................................... $399
Rear
bearings all drums $ 149......disc brake.......$239
BEETLE SERVICES
ENGINE
German Muffler installed $299
Engine service $ 99
Rebuilt motors:
Completely installed, shroud painted etc $2599 to $2999
Bring the motor in to us complete $2250
Long block(remove
the shrouding & exhaust) $1599
Core charge for broken or cracked engine blocks $300, $1350 for new blocks
Engine
parts:
Fuel pump $49
PICT34 CARB $349 PICT30 CARB$299
BOSCH 009 DISTRIBUTOR $99
HEATERBOX(left or right)..64-74
$189 75-79 $349
6 Volt to 12 Volt Conversion $899
BOSCH Generator $129 installed $429
BOSCH Alternator $259
installed $549
BODY AND CHASSIS
Rocker
Panels and Running Boards $ 19
Floor Pans 57-72 $99 73-79 $139
Bumpers 57-67 $99 68-73 $ 35
Beetle Fenders
all front $199 all rear $ 179
Used engine lids 65-79.$150 Used Hoods $100-$600
--Aprons, Valances & Rust Repair
panels in stock or available--
-We stock our own parts-new & used-
We stock new golf and Jetta fenders,
hoods, headlights and we do minor body damage repairs.
Such as damage by hitting a deer and fender benders. Door replacements, we may have the same
color!
We
replace broken windows, taillights, used tires and wheels at a fraction of new cost.
Door handles and wiper arms repaired while you wait.
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GENERAL REPAIRS
80-92 VANAGON TRANSMISSION INSTALLED..4spd.USED$1300
80-84 RABBIT TRANSMISSION
INSTALLED USED $950
85-87 GOLF/JETTA TRANSMISSION INSTALLED USED $900
85-87 GTI/GLI TRANSMISSION INSTALLED USED
$950
86-92 16V TRANSMISSION INSTALLED USED$1200
85-92 GOLF/JETTA AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION installed USED$1200
96-99
GOLF JETTA AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION installed USED$1850
REBUILT TRANSMISSIONS TAKE TIME TO REBUILD $CALL
WINDSHIELDS INSTALLED...all out of stock
75-82
RABBIT,80-84 JETTA, 80-92 CONV .$166 new seal $30
65-72 Beetle conv $189 new seal $22
65-77 Beetle,71-72 Super
Beetle $115 new seal $22
73-75 Super Beetle $135 new seal $30
We stock West Coast Metric weatherstripping........
ANTENNA REPLACEMENT
Bugs from $16 up to 85-92 Jetta $115 mast for your roof antenna $20
AIR
CONDITIONER
Evacuate and recharge system, includes R134a $129
We can
clean the entire system & convert 85-92 GOLF/JETTA to R134a .$565
Upholstery Services contact Joes Upholstey @ 301-662-5006
1009 East Patrick St, Frederick Maryland 21701
