Thank you for all the info, I got my Taos like 3 months ago and I was ready to trade it in again because I kept on comparing it to the car I had before and it was slower but I went from a V6 to the Taos and little by little I’m liking it more and more, I don’t have the IQ package on mine but it’s ok I had it on my other car and I can live without it, the remote car starter is a plus especially in FL weather, and I just found out by you how to open the windows with the remote as well, and I’m going to show my husband this video to get the other things done to it, especially the tint on the 2 front windows. Keep the videos coming, they are super helpful, thank you.
Also JB4 makes a plug & play tune for the Tao’s and Jetta 1.5t motor! Does not flash the ecu! Also putting in 91/93 will help with performance as well!
Thanks for the video, from a brand loyalist. I didn't even know about the Carista, and I was about to sell the Taos because the throttle response is so bad in my 4-motion SE. I will give it a try. Question, why is you check engine light on? I can't tell if the car is running or not. And/or did the Carista cause it?
I hear it is a bit different with the DSG transmission which is in your 4 Motion. I 100% all the time drive my FWD SE in "sport" for best results. I don't think I had the car turned on in this video which is why the check engine light was on. It is not on normally at all.
I recommend against the k&n as the oil from the filter will cause sensor issues as well as the fact they do not filter very well in normal driving conditions. This will result in dirt getting in the motor and oil causing wear.
Yes, I bought the Carista Adaptor from ECSTuning.com. For the K&N air filter go to Knfilters.com and select Air Filter then use their search by vehicle feature (enter make, model, year etc). Should be part 33-5084 but double check it using their search system.
@@madmax02906 I bought the carista and subscribed for the free month, how do you get the car to not beep when you open the door and it’s running I was really hoping this would make that go away.
@@Alexanderrayy I know that's so annoying. Whenever I drive up to check my mail I literally just turn the car off. It's easier than dealing with the beep. Plus the engine is used to shutting off so I don't think this adds to wear and tear. Though ive gotten over being annoyed with the auto stop feature at red lights, I either would turn that off or deal with it no biggy really.
I had actually thought about the Mazda as well - they are a great, solid ride. For me I am partial to German cars but also felt the Mazda C30 was a bit small inside for my liking.
I just bought 2023 Taos SE but worried about the Carista voiding my warranty. I also purchased extended warranty so I don’t want to void it . Thoughts ?
I have polled many others about this and tend to agree with the logic of the majority. All you are doing is changing a setting that already exists with the car so it should be fine.
Yea I came to the same logic myself . I made a list of all the stuff I changed and will change it when I go to the dealer . So I changed : - my instrument cluster is now orange background - doors auto lock when I get out w/ key fob - pulsating start / stop button light - pop trunk via remote ( think before it just unlocked it ) now it pops open - my auto high beam assist will stay on when I turn off the car and back on
Hello. I am in Florida and AWD models are more scarce. I have not driven an AWD Taos but have read reviews that the DSG has more of a lag than the FWD 8spd auto. I am happy with the FWD for my needs so far.
I think it says only to use 91 or 89.. I did notice a small improvement when the dealership and a mechanic buddy said to try premium but I rarely see 91 anymore
@@madmax02906 okay, Thanks. Will try once I get my Taos . Any new mode you can do it is welcome. I was wondering if the Taos side mirrors can be folded through that interface. I did that on my 2018 BMW X1 and worked like a charm. Cheers! And Happy New year with new mods to come from you!
Just went got my performance air filter keep me updated with more upgrades dude Good job
I may do a cold air intake as they are now available for this engine (and the Jetta). I will do an update if I do!
I'm looking more into getting it lifted with some wheel spacers
Thank you for all the info,
I got my Taos like 3 months ago and I was ready to trade it in again because I kept on comparing it to the car I had before and it was slower but I went from a V6 to the Taos and little by little I’m liking it more and more, I don’t have the IQ package on mine but it’s ok I had it on my other car and I can live without it, the remote car starter is a plus especially in FL weather, and I just found out by you how to open the windows with the remote as well, and I’m going to show my husband this video to get the other things done to it, especially the tint on the 2 front windows. Keep the videos coming, they are super helpful, thank you.
Thank you! Glad you are finding them helpful :)
Gluck
Also JB4 makes a plug & play tune for the Tao’s and Jetta 1.5t motor! Does not flash the ecu! Also putting in 91/93 will help with performance as well!
thanks for this great video. especially showing the air filter photos
Mike you're awesome. thanks
Nice video and great tips. Thanks!
4 motion gets the 7 speed DSG
Change your tires for BF GOOODRICH 215/75/R15. Will look sick, and you don't need to change anything else
Thanks for the video, from a brand loyalist. I didn't even know about the Carista, and I was about to sell the Taos because the throttle response is so bad in my 4-motion SE. I will give it a try. Question, why is you check engine light on? I can't tell if the car is running or not. And/or did the Carista cause it?
I hear it is a bit different with the DSG transmission which is in your 4 Motion. I 100% all the time drive my FWD SE in "sport" for best results. I don't think I had the car turned on in this video which is why the check engine light was on. It is not on normally at all.
Very cool info..we just got one so this is helpful
Thanks! I have other videos on my channel here you may find helpful too. Congrats on the new ride!
Thanks…I just bought one and needed someone to help me understand it.
Congrats!
Also any chance do you know what size torx screw-driver is needed
I recommend against the k&n as the oil from the filter will cause sensor issues as well as the fact they do not filter very well in normal driving conditions. This will result in dirt getting in the motor and oil causing wear.
Good to know!! I almost ordered one just now
@@Wannabe-rockstar-fan
Oil media filters are really for track or race use, not daily driving with dirt in the air from whatever.
Can you drop a link to where you bought the Carista from and what part number the K&N filter is?
Yes, I bought the Carista Adaptor from ECSTuning.com. For the K&N air filter go to Knfilters.com and select Air Filter then use their search by vehicle feature (enter make, model, year etc). Should be part 33-5084 but double check it using their search system.
@@madmax02906 I bought them both the filter is $10 cheaper at Napa I have a se so my trim is chrome I’m gonna vinyl wrap them soon
@@madmax02906 I bought the carista and subscribed for the free month, how do you get the car to not beep when you open the door and it’s running I was really hoping this would make that go away.
@@Alexanderrayy Hmm, I'd have to look again but I don't recall seeing an option to disable the door chime for that situation.
@@Alexanderrayy I know that's so annoying. Whenever I drive up to check my mail I literally just turn the car off. It's easier than dealing with the beep. Plus the engine is used to shutting off so I don't think this adds to wear and tear. Though ive gotten over being annoyed with the auto stop feature at red lights, I either would turn that off or deal with it no biggy really.
Looking at the Taos & Mazda C30. Which do you think is a better buy?
I had actually thought about the Mazda as well - they are a great, solid ride. For me I am partial to German cars but also felt the Mazda C30 was a bit small inside for my liking.
Please can you include the part number for carista? Thank you. I have the exact car
I got mine from ecstuning.com. ECS Part #
ES#3173695
Thank you so much. Great help👍👍👍
I just bought 2023 Taos SE but worried about the Carista voiding my warranty. I also purchased extended warranty so I don’t want to void it . Thoughts ?
I have polled many others about this and tend to agree with the logic of the majority. All you are doing is changing a setting that already exists with the car so it should be fine.
Yea I came to the same logic myself . I made a list of all the stuff I changed and will change it when I go to the dealer .
So I changed :
- my instrument cluster is now orange background
- doors auto lock when I get out w/ key fob
- pulsating start / stop button light
- pop trunk via remote ( think before it just unlocked it ) now it pops open
- my auto high beam assist will stay on when I turn off the car and back on
You can remote open the trunk??? My key has this option but it never worked
@@Wannabe-rockstar-fan it does a small pop open . It doesn’t open all the way up
As soon as you pair something with the ECU they will know. It's a computer!
Any reason you went with fwd? Doesn’t that come without dsg as well?
Hello. I am in Florida and AWD models are more scarce. I have not driven an AWD Taos but have read reviews that the DSG has more of a lag than the FWD 8spd auto. I am happy with the FWD for my needs so far.
93 octane is king 🤴
I think it says only to use 91 or 89.. I did notice a small improvement when the dealership and a mechanic buddy said to try premium but I rarely see 91 anymore
Will this mod work on AWD 4 Motion? Thanks
Yes, it should
@@madmax02906 okay, Thanks. Will try once I get my Taos . Any new mode you can do it is welcome. I was wondering if the Taos side mirrors can be folded through that interface. I did that on my 2018 BMW X1 and worked like a charm. Cheers! And Happy New year with new mods to come from you!
No torque converter. Snappy shifting
The FWD does have the 8 speed torque converter, 7 speed DSG in the AWD doesn’t.