Taff2023
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Went camping at the weekend and the when I raised the roof on my 2013 T5 California it went up a lot slower on the offside.Causing a tilt, I then lowered it and re raised the roof which eventually went up and locked fine. Roof was raised for two days and no sagging or creaks. When lowering again the offside was reluctant and slow causing a tilt. It eventually closed and locked into place with no errors displayed.
I have read the numerous threads on this issue and the potential high costs of getting the issues fixed by VW van dealership. Are there any independent Cali experts (garages) out there who may help?
There is no obvious fluid leak that I can see.... so looking at the hydraulic ram, or a pump fault. Would having low hydraulic fluid be the cause?
Due to the age of the van I very much doubt that there would be any good will from VW if I do have to take it to a dealership.
I have read the numerous threads on this issue and the potential high costs of getting the issues fixed by VW van dealership. Are there any independent Cali experts (garages) out there who may help?
There is no obvious fluid leak that I can see.... so looking at the hydraulic ram, or a pump fault. Would having low hydraulic fluid be the cause?
Due to the age of the van I very much doubt that there would be any good will from VW if I do have to take it to a dealership.
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