Hi, I have 5 speed manual (remember the problem I had while trying to start and having to push clutch in hard). I replaced the speedometer transmitter - isn't that the same as the speed sensor ??
thanks

 

On manuals it is the same one. There is another speed sensor that is mounted on the engine. But, i'm not going there... A/T have two. So, its good you have a manual... lol
Is the MPH needle doing that? Try cleaning that connector to the speedometer transmitter.

 

Yes the MPH needle just sits on zero after I go about 7 miles. Speedometer only works when engine is cold in the mornings - after 7 miles just sits on zero.
I tried cleaning the connector with alcohol a few weeks ago but still no luck. I can try that again and see..... thanks

 

I forgot to ask you... When it does that while your driving, does it act like there isn't much power?

 

the car has normal power and runs fine

 

next problem - I have a 2001 Passat 1.8T - the heater control panel does not light up - is there a bulb I can get at to replace? Also - more difficult question is - the passenger front door lock does not work - the automatic locking feature tries to lock it when it moves forward but it won't lock. thanks