Biodiesel

[pipallkins]

Hi, first post, so please be patient, tolerant, forgiving etc.
I am now the proud owner of a R Reg Mk3 Polo 1.9 diesel. Nice car apart from niggles like the rear wash/wipe button don't work, Haynes don't admit to its existence, and I can' get the mileage trip to reset.

Has anybody thoughts / dire warnings on using biodiesel? Handbook (16 quids from VW Dealer, mutter, grumble :zx11:) says RME fuel is fine but is it the same as 100% Biodiesel?

Sorry if I'm asking stoopid questions but your sage advice would be welcome

Cheers
Pip

[hagis]

Hi Pip,

Welcome to the forum. Not a stupid question at all, we're a pretty friendly lot.

If you use the search facility on here you should be able to find a few posts discussing it. I can't tell you whether your engine will be okay but I'm sure you'll find something that will tell you.

[kimandsally]

Hi yes it is fine but be sure to use real bio fuel, not some codge up, unrefined veg oil will wreck the engine and fuel system, I used it at approx a 50% mix and did 50,000 miles with no problems.

It does a little less MPG and approx 10% less power.

Also you have to change the fuel filters twice as often.