First and only major problem I had was bad injector that dumped fuel one day. I took it to get it inspected and was quoted over 5k to fix it. Paid $250 for there info and brought it home. Fixed it my self for $750. Still going strong and loving it!!!!
was it gunked with fuel and oil black gunky in the pistons area was that the problem I have the same issue tho to fix it would be to fill it up with desiel and hope for it to flush thru and clean out the gunk inside as it can run thru with the diesel no problem.
I must say the NapTown Tuner is hands down my favorite person since I bought my 2.0 A6. Thank you greatly for your knowledge and willingness to share it to us all
Great video, I like your outfit today. keep making videos for repairs and share the great knowledge you have , you are a amazing mechanic for sure on Audi and VW engines and just crazy enough for me to watch. I owe a 1.8T and a 2.0 in a CC and a 2.0 R spec engine in a VW Arteon
I started watching this channel when I got my A5 and this man saved my life with these in depth videos and in sight. I just revisited this video because I still got the car😂 and was over the moon to find he had 100k subs he deserves them all and more!
Yo my ace ! I'm glad to hear your moving onto other platforms!! No need to pigeon hole yourself to one platform! Get into those LT4 platforms! I wanna see this channel keep growing! .....but don't worry, if you stick to audi, I'll keep watching anyway
Gotta love this guy! Quality content with a bit of humor ! He certainly knows his stuff and I must say since buying a 2.0 TFSI i wish I would’ve saw this video earlier, but what the heck I’m pretty good with my hands and I can fix just about anything on my car, and so I’m glad i subscribed! Now I know where to start with some common areas of potential failures with these cars. 🎉
I just got a 2008 2.0 turbocharger wagon . What should I watch out for if you could help me out with some tips plsss🙏🙏I would appreciate you so much 🙌🙏🙏🙏
Audi is honestly not that bad for the value. I know they cost double to maintain but you also get double the enjoyment so it boils down to preference. As long as the car is not catastrophically failing, I am happy to spend a little more on maintenance. Keyword a little 🤣
Great video! My wife has this exact car 120k miles and I've already changed the pcv valve and water pump thanks to your videos. Now it's drinking oil too so I'll have to figure that out. Fun car to drive and work on though. Great content 👍
I had exact same problem as yours, had engine replaced, now it runs like a kitten. Cost was 5 k here in Toronto. Zero oil burn and drives solid. Audi A5 2010, Marrano red
My 2014 A6 2.0 L Turbocharged just came out of the dealer's shop that it was running little rough misfiring. Just replaced new spark plugs again that's a year old and 4 ignition coils. It's still not running right after couple days. Gotta be something else? They didn't do compression tests. I have a feeling one of the pistons is failing. I'd once took out spark plugs and notices one of the plugs that has little heavy guts on it. Love this guy here he's pretty knows the ins and outs.
Appreciate this video...Just picked up a 1 owner non-running 2007 A3 2.0t fwd (belt driven) with 185k. I ordered new coil packs, pcv with hoses, high pressure fuel pump with sensor, and diverter valve (it's nice to have audi technician friends who let you use their discount). Once I get it registered i'm planning on doing the timing belt kit. Hopefully this covers the main culprits for any future issues
My tfsi has been stalling out on me I already ordered my hpfp sensor I’m gonna order that hitachi hpfp next hoping my issue gets fixed thanks for the informative vids naptown. 👏🏻
🤘🏻🤘🏻 ( video on that first issue would be much appreciated, I have 75k on my a5. I have a bunch of stuff done to it and semi beat the shit out of it on occasion. Would much rather know I should start thinking about swapping out the chain here in the near future instead of leaving it and the ladder happening😅 ) enjoy the vids man 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Funny how I bought a 2010 A3 Quattro and fixed everything you talking about in this video. For the mechanically inclined they can be fun daily drivers.
Following "Honorable Mentions" - P0299 (turbo underboost) the dreaded wastegate malfunction rattle. P0341 (camshaft position sensor) ... and like you said, some check lights dont throw codes. I currently have an airbag light. From whatI read is the grey sensor under the passenger seat. Low Oil Pressure warning light, does not throw any codes, but the alarm is extremely annoying. Am doing a full teardown, watching your videos has helped stay on course. ... And one last thing, the torx style bolts, TRIPLE SQUARE BOLTS, I hate dealing with them, so difficultto wrench. Just do like everyone else, metric or standard, but no, lets continue over engineering. All the connectors have this silly pull out system, I end up breaking them half the time on old plugs, plastic gets brittle, just why, while all others push down on the plug and walla. 😫😭
Mine is 2009 had it from new had the oil issue 84000k, they apparently used cheaper materials for the oil rings, Audi rebuilt the engine for free after I complained to Head Office Germany, that was 2015. Recently the alternator bearing failed and a rear suspension spring broke luckily I was in a car park when it happened, that’s three springs now. I have had three wheel bearing failures, oil level sensor failure, ventilation fan failure, ignition coil failures, latest is central locking, three doors lock but don’t unlock. Thanks for the tips on the chain tensioner, water pump and pressure sensor!
Don’t forget the emergency latch! Mine snapped clean off from the cold now I don’t have a usable trunk and have to climb through the back seats to do anything :)
I have a B8 A4 with the EA888.2 and i've had most of these issues. Oil burn fix done, had timing tensioner break on startup and bend all my valves, had the alternator die. Havent had water or fuel pump issues *yet* though, but im always on the lookout for weird codes so hopefully ill catch it in time then they do go.
@@thunderthumbz3293 because I inherited the B8 and buying a "reliable" car with similar performance, comfort and looks would cost far too much. Also I have Audi Stockholm syndrome
I bought a 2011 A5 8 speed in January with 150,000 miles. Its sitting at 180,000 now and it's the best damn car I've ever owned. It's had the motor replaced previously by a previous owner with the updated timing chains & tensioner. I replaced spark plugs, water pump & carbon cleaned it when I got it and have had zero issues
I just sent my 2014 Audi Q5 2.0L out to pasture a.k.a. auction. It started consuming oil like crazy around 80k miles and bottomed out at needing a quart every 600 miles by 100k. The timing chain needed to be replaced at 120k miles. About a month after the dealer replaced it the check engine light would intermittently go on and off. First the dealer thought it was the cam sensor, then the control valve (replaced both) then they said the camshaft itself needed to be replaced. At that point I said no to another $3600 after already spending about $2800 on the previous repairs only weeks earlier. 6 weeks later and the engine failed - needed a new cylinder head and camshaft - that was the end at 128k miles. Piston rings, timing chain and camshaft needed all by only 120k miles. I've loved Audis for a long time and owned 4 (A4, A6 and TT) but this might be it for me. I'll still watch your videos though since they are quite fascinating and informative. Well done!
I just bought 2 weeks ago a 2010 A4 Quattro and is consuming oil like crazy I think I have to put 1 litre of oil every 350/400km around 220/260 miles which is really really bad and I don’t know what to do with the car since I just bought it from a garage, but I don’t want a car that is asking for oil very very often and apparently is going to have too many problems in the future, I’m trying to find a way to return the car, also because I bought the car apparently with the issue and that person didn’t say anything about this and I don’t think at this point the car is worth what I paid with this oil consumption problem
Mine is 2009 had it from new had the oil issue 84000k, they apparently used cheaper materials for the oil rings, Audi rebuilt the engine for free after I complained to Head Office Germany, that was 2015. Recently the alternator bearing failed and a rear suspension spring broke luckily I was in a car park when it happened, that’s three springs now. I have had three wheel bears failures, oil level sensor failure, ventilation fan failure, ignition coil failures, latest is central locking, three doors lock but don’t unlock.
@@samuelwh4775hopefully you were able to get rid of it cuz you’re going to have nothing but problems, car seems to have been neglected. Better off buying a Lexus is350 or something of that sort
You know, I really like this. Im gonna start doing this, just to give the creator the benefit of the doubt, taking my forgetting to do so after my “judgment” when negativity should be what is gone out of the way for only
I bought a 2013 A5 2.0 quat with 120k miles. It had a lot of maintenance done (water pump, spark plugs, pcv, reg oil changes etc..) and the engine is so smooth and refined. Very responsive and sounds very quiet. I had a 2019 GLI S DSG and that 2.0 sounded a lot more raspy and rattled. Just hoping I get at 50k miles more out of it 🤷🏽
i have a 2013 a4 with 203k miles on it runs like a dream had it since day one original tensioner and chain but the tensioner is the updated one which obviously makes a huge difference and i run thick oil at least 10w40 and for a while 15w50 my cam phase value is 5.0 still ways away from a chain breaking i’m glad i bought it right after they changed the tensioner
Just did the top end on an 09 tig with new chain and components but there is a slight tapping (almost rattling sound) coming from the top timing cover. It’s just a slight noise. I pulled top cover off again to check the cam to bridge measurements and they are within specs. Also put new rockers and lifters in as well. Appreciate your thoughts on this.
I just bought a clean looking and running 2011 Q5. Yup, seems to be consuming oil, but I am still on my first tank of gas, so I don't know how much. Mine has 132,000kms on it. Runs great, no leaks. I bought the extended warranty on it and I am now negotiating with the dealer that sold it to me to have the engine rebuilt. I guess I should get the timing chain done too?
Girlfriend had an '08 Golf Variant with the ,EA113 TSI and 6 spd DSG and ran it from 70 - 180,00 km over six years. She serviced it regularly and was imo lucky- spent plenty just on the sched maintenance and only the odd repair here and there. She was in love with it (and I enjoyed driving it too) but I managed to convince her to move it on while it was still good and got her into a 2.5 Mazda6 Wagon Touring with all the fruit. Not as much fun to drive but still refined and way less costly to own and will be way easier to sell when the time comes. My son on the other hand had a very nice 130i pocket rocket which cost him a fortune in repairs before he came to his senses and bought an RC-F. That thing purred like a kitten and cost him nothing to own apart from normal servicing- a beautiful car. Give me good Japanese any day.
It's like every car company forgot everything they learned and everything every other car company learned about how to build cars and are starting from scratch. 🤦
No grommet problems. I had to replace water pump at 160K. I replaced timing chain at 180K. I've had 2 additional alternators installed in my car. 1st was bad alternator. 2nd was front main seal leak that blew oil all over it. Autozone cost for Bosch alternator is 1/2 of what dealer charges. My car died out at CVS in Santa Monica and code said it was low fuel pressure. I looked it up and said it was likely the fuel pressure sensor. Recent strand was previous main seal oil leak wrecked my serpentine belt. $100 and back to normal.
I only changed timechain on mine..the important thing whit tfsi is oil and oil changes...then its bulletproof. Change to valvoline vr1 oil that is more heat resistant and has more zink
What would the latest revision be? Stock manifold for the newest year of your own body style? Or aftermarket, IE etc? I’m assuming they would be about the same price wise?
@@swift__ I believe pre 2014 vehicles had an intake manifold issue where the swing arm to open up the flaps would fall out of place causing the flaps not to open or be sluggish opening. The newest revision has a new swing arm device that opens up the flaps and also it has an additional pipe and filter of some sort going to the air solenoid.
I recently purchased a 2013 GTI with 59k miles on it. I was reading that 2013+ had the timing chain tensioner issues fixed, but I still bought an obd11 to monitor the cam position angle. I also just did the 60k mile maintenance interval as well (oil, all filters, plugs/coil packs and I'll eventually do the fuel filter). I was wondering if I should preemptively replace the pcv diaphragm with an aftermarket one and do an aluminum housing water pump. Thanks!
That's not exactly accurate about the tensioners. I bought a 2013 Eos 2.0 TSI in 2020. When it started getting cold I started noticing a noise when I started it up, a metal against metal noise. Since I had heard about this issue I bought the timing kit and had mine changed before it was too late. My reasoning is that VW did update the tensioner but maybe was hesitant about throwing out X amount of new tensioners so they used them out. That's just a conspiracy idea BTW. Thank goodness I got an extended warranty when I got my car so they covered the repair which was around $2,000. They recommend the genuine VW chain and tensioner as the chain was also updated to a more substantial design. Good luck with your GTI!
The B9 model has a water pump leak issue.. I had it.. if you avoid the dealer it can be replaced at not too high a price.. The leak was slow... Change oil once a year or every 8000 miles.. Change the transmission fluid long before Audi states...
What year 2.0t would you recommend? I've done a few heads from tensioner failures with good maintenance and no warning, but I would like to buy a newer a4 2017-2022 to replace my 04 1.8t?
I swear there are manufacturers out there that never have timing chain problems. Maybe guides, like on some BMWs, but the chains themselves, no problem.
2009 B8 A4 Avant non-sline with 110K miles. Stage I and stage II APR + downpipes. Doing a proactive chain swap in a few months for $3K based on a friend’s expert suggestion but damn she’s been good to me and she’s worth it. 4 rings to rule them all…
I owned a 2010 jetta with the ccta engine from new, just recently sold it at 364,000 miles, in that time I personally replaced the first timing set at 150k and did the second at 270k, aso an intake manifold and valve cleaning at 75k, did the water pump then because i had access, got a low mileage used turbo at 220k, a used dsg transmission at 250k, with another intake manifold (updated version) and valve cleaning again a water pump at the same time. Countless oil changes, and diy dsg services and maby 10 coils carried a spair at all times. Loved that car but i drive 100miles a day for work and the milage was starting to worry me. If you maintain them they tend to go for a long time.
I have a 2009 Audi A4 quatro TFSI with 170k miles and I can attest to having everyone of these problems but the rail sensor and fuel pump reckon they will be next. If you want a project car these things are perfect! LOL
i like your video , do more please! do a video about the hpfp , if its a roller or not, if is lubricated with oil or carburant, if the cams apply the same force to the roller as in the bosch cp4 diesel or not... all this stuff ! @naptowntuner
Im swapping my 2010 A4 CAEB engine to a 2014 CPMB engine to avoid any more oil consumption issues. Does the timing chain and water pump issues carry over to the newer model engines? Should I swap these out before I drop the engine in? BTW. Just found your channel and I LOVE it. Can’t stop watching. I’d buy a shirt or sweatshirt for sure. Also. Can I request a tool video. Your most used tools. Must haves for a guy like me.
Although the 2009-2011 were the worst years.. you could still have oil consumption all the way up to 2016. I had a 2015 q5 with 180k miles that did 1 quart in 600miles. Yes you should at least take the pump off and inspect the water jackets around the gasket for swelling and at least pull the inspection plug and look at how far the tensioner is extended. I’ll do a video on it soon and if I don’t just remind me in the comments
Does the new Chain tensioner still break? I know the old version was faulty. I’m at 130k miles, the chain tensioner is the new version, but it looks like it’s pretty stretched
I have a 2009 a4 Quattro that started to miss fire and it got scanned and three cylinders were miss firing. Cylinder number 4 spark plug was burnt. The car still starts but is missing still. New spark plugs were installed. Any idea if it has a burnt valve?
The cause of the chain popping is when you allow the oil level to be too low causing the tensioner to starve and release tension causing the chain to skip teeth. Make sure the oil level is adequate. Yes these car do consume oil so check it periodically.
2013+ is fitted with an updated chain/ tensioner but in a recent video a friend has 60 some thousand miles on an updated chain and it was stretch but I’ve seen 2009+ chains and original bad designed tensioners go to almost 190k same with water pump same with pistons the 2009-2011/12 were the most problematic with chains. Water pumps can also still fail just the same with the revised pump it’s true for all b8 b8.5
Good videos and good luck with growing your channel. I would recommend investing in tripod / mic etc. More professional videos will get you more views. Also do not upload personal stuff as that will deter people from watching. Stick with one theme, that is Audi/VW fixing etc
Hey. I just installed a new turbo stock on my ‘13 GLI gen 1. My first time doing a turbo install. Only replaced center cartridge cause I can’t afford the entire turbo. Replaced cause of oil consumption. After I finished the install, it idled on the lift perfectly for 15 minutes. I shut it off for 30 mins, then drove it about a quarter mile, and when I went to accelerate to shift from 2nd gear at 20-30 mph, the car hesitated bad, then shut off. Now it will idle good for a few seconds then run horribly hesitating and or misfiring. Sometimes starts but won’t idle. Any idea what this could be? Everything electrical is plugged in and the charge pipe is still connected.
Oh man, this is the first I’ve seen of the HPFP leaking fuel into the oil. How are we supposed to know if it is leaking? Will a properly functioning HPF pressure sensor trigger the check engine light if it is? That is an expensive part to replace preventatively, less than a replacement engine but still.
Have you ever had an issue where your ac keeps purging your battery even though it is turned off, when I turn off the car the ac blower kicks back on blowing at max cold settings
Thanks man you're the goat on these engines been thinking about doing my timing chain going to def so this asap since I have 350km on it ha, question about the turbo I need to replace mine and I was thinking of a K04 what do I need for an upgraded turbo like that in order to run not necessarily to get the most out of? Can I just put that in and be on my way or do I need HPFP etc.. thanks
The tune usually has a list of recommendations. It’s smart to replace hpfp for maintenance since it’s a high failure item requires high flow cat or test pipe at least
@@NaptownTuner appreciate the reply man thanks and yea we would like some naptown tuner merch put something cool on the back maybe something subtle like Audi/VW symbol or a naptown tuner signature at the back of the neck would be cool man!
Getting code p2295 says fuel pressure regulator sensor! Is that the same one u mentioned on this video ? The high pressure sensor , on the fuel rail? Epc light is on , changed plugs,coils, and pcv valve, did epc reset with pedal, and got that code with reader!
Water pump, fuel pump, oil consumption issues, pistons @rings, timing chain all replaced prior to 55k. Currently 66k miles on my 2012 Avant, so far so good. Your the man, you know your Audi’s! 👍
omg... that was not cheap; my 90s cars,all 3 of them, bmw e36,isuzu trooper,rover,all have over 200000 and run like new, the bmw has a chain,all original, runs quiet as a mouse, sad that modern expensive engines are throw aways like a bic lighter;
I spent more than 3000e on new parts . After 10 mechanics finaly found issue. The hpfp even after 2 changes was no good and my friend ordered a original audi hpfp and it was ok ( lean code) oil raises cause petrol going into the oil ( if you have oil sensor engine check light) and the second is if you get the epc no over 4000rpm than its the tensioner on the chain. My chain was a little streched but not over but the twnsioner was bad so yeah if you have that problem than thats the issue.
I just purchased a 2016 A6 with the 252 HP 2.0. Engine runs great and is strong with only 62,000 miles. I did see the water pump and when it begins to leak I will replace with an aftermarket all aluminum housing. That will take care of that issue.
@@drakephifer Car runs great! My wife drives it. Last one was a 2005 Audi A6 3.2. I had 280,000 miles on it and donated, (bought the 4 cyl for my wife). I drive a 2016Audi A6 TDI. Diesel runs great and have 146,000 miles. Also had an 02 Audi A4 1.8T. Great car and had 275,000 miles and my brother bought for his kids to drive. They eventually sold it from there.
@@johnjerrehian4642 just had a6 3.2 with 270k miles. Mother just replaced it with a6 2.0t only 47k miles. Do you have any heads UP I can give her? Thanks
@@ap3stax What year is the A6 3.2? Here are a few things I did to keep it running well. There are a few issues as the car gets older and with more miles, some have to do with the plastic vacuum lines getting brittle and breaking, (hint, the main one runs across the front of the engine). Just replace them with rubber vacuum lines. Also, do not go 10,000 miles on a synthetic oil change. The timing chains tensioners wear faster and that is an expensive job. 7,000 miles OK. Run premium fuel, (no less than 91 octane). Lastly, do the maintenance and don't use cheap aftermarket parts.
@@johnjerrehian4642 that A6 was 2008. Certainly did us well, with 270,000+ miles. Now we have 2018 A6 but 4cyl Quattro. This has 48k miles fingers crossed we get at least 100k more w/o major issues.
First and only major problem I had was bad injector that dumped fuel one day. I took it to get it inspected and was quoted over 5k to fix it. Paid $250 for there info and brought it home. Fixed it my self for $750. Still going strong and loving it!!!!
I had the same problem with my 2.0t, just got it back from the mechanic lol
was it gunked with fuel and oil black gunky in the pistons area was that the problem I have the same issue tho to fix it would be to fill it up with desiel and hope for it to flush thru and clean out the gunk inside as it can run thru with the diesel no problem.
I must say the NapTown Tuner is hands down my favorite person since I bought my 2.0 A6. Thank you greatly for your knowledge and willingness to share it to us all
Thanks Nap-Man we really appreciate what you’re doing here.
Its guys like you that I admire, that make life a little easy to repair are own vihicals. Thanks a bunch
Great video, I like your outfit today. keep making videos for repairs and share the great knowledge you have , you are a amazing mechanic for sure on Audi and VW engines and just crazy enough for me to watch.
I owe a 1.8T and a 2.0 in a CC and a 2.0 R spec engine in a VW Arteon
I started watching this channel when I got my A5 and this man saved my life with these in depth videos and in sight. I just revisited this video because I still got the car😂 and was over the moon to find he had 100k subs he deserves them all and more!
Yo my ace ! I'm glad to hear your moving onto other platforms!! No need to pigeon hole yourself to one platform! Get into those LT4 platforms! I wanna see this channel keep growing! .....but don't worry, if you stick to audi, I'll keep watching anyway
as a professional, i use this channel as a resource for a lot of 2.0 tsi repair. keep up the good content.
God bestowed this man with some amazing diligence patience & KNOWLEDGE! Grateful for Naptown 👨🏼🔧
Gotta love this guy! Quality content with a bit of humor ! He certainly knows his stuff and I must say since buying a 2.0 TFSI i wish I would’ve saw this video earlier, but what the heck I’m pretty good with my hands and I can fix just about anything on my car, and so I’m glad i subscribed! Now I know where to start with some common areas of potential failures with these cars. 🎉
How is that 2.0t treating you thus far?
Mother just purchased 2018 a6 2.0t Quattro. What should I say to watch out for?
Thanks
@@ap3staxLol you got a 2018... You're fine just keep up with regular maintenance especially oil
@@zureai thanks! Should I use full synthetic 0-40?
That's my go to with bimmer.
Yeah do oil changes 5k mi/6 months and that right there will prevent a lot of issues from arising.
I just got a 2008 2.0 turbocharger wagon . What should I watch out for if you could help me out with some tips plsss🙏🙏I would appreciate you so much 🙌🙏🙏🙏
I appreciate your content. I was able to save some money watching your videos. Thank you!
Watched all the ads for ya bud and subscribed.. thanks for all the super in depth info
You’re awesome Naptown. Love your work
Long time Toyota only lover and technician now has 2 2010 Audi A5's and is totally reborn again and totally excited to learn and enjoy these cars!!!
Audi is honestly not that bad for the value. I know they cost double to maintain but you also get double the enjoyment so it boils down to preference. As long as the car is not catastrophically failing, I am happy to spend a little more on maintenance. Keyword a little 🤣
Good info. Thank you. I might also suggest that the rear top cam chain and tensioner on earlier 2.0tfsi engines can be an issue if neglected...
That's what I like about owning an Audi. That sense of long term dependability.
Looks like you got a job for life. I don't see Audi changing their design any time soon.
audis strand you.
also I like to go without cell phone & appreciate a honk now & then.
Dude you're fuckin awesome for sharing this knowledge with us. I really appreciate the content man good job.
I've got a B8.5 and have already had the water pump problem. Naptown Tuner's video on how to replace it guided me and I saved a lot of money.
Great video! My wife has this exact car 120k miles and I've already changed the pcv valve and water pump thanks to your videos. Now it's drinking oil too so I'll have to figure that out. Fun car to drive and work on though. Great content 👍
I had exact same problem as yours, had engine replaced, now it runs like a kitten. Cost was 5 k here in Toronto. Zero oil burn and drives solid. Audi A5 2010, Marrano red
Hello where in Toronto I can ship a 2.0t engine from. I'm from south America with an bad audi 2.0t engine that needs to be replaced
Fun to drive, a nightmare to maintain
Those are the problems I have with my 2006 A6 3.2 with over a 150k this is great to know thanks brother.
My 2014 A6 2.0 L Turbocharged just came out of the dealer's shop that it was running little rough misfiring. Just replaced new spark plugs again that's a year old and 4 ignition coils. It's still not running right after couple days. Gotta be something else? They didn't do compression tests. I have a feeling one of the pistons is failing. I'd once took out spark plugs and notices one of the plugs that has little heavy guts on it. Love this guy here he's pretty knows the ins and outs.
Bro, I love the Duct tape…I sold my A6 and bought a Tesla, but I’m still subscribed for entertainment value.
i got a 2.0 a4 b8.5 over 100k...only issue so far was a bad water pump...knock on wood...i love the car!
Great Info and energy!
Appreciate this video...Just picked up a 1 owner non-running 2007 A3 2.0t fwd (belt driven) with 185k. I ordered new coil packs, pcv with hoses, high pressure fuel pump with sensor, and diverter valve (it's nice to have audi technician friends who let you use their discount). Once I get it registered i'm planning on doing the timing belt kit. Hopefully this covers the main culprits for any future issues
Bro I have a 2008 a3 2.0 t wagon and it shots down on me
My tfsi has been stalling out on me I already ordered my hpfp sensor I’m gonna order that hitachi hpfp next hoping my issue gets fixed thanks for the informative vids naptown. 👏🏻
🤘🏻🤘🏻 ( video on that first issue would be much appreciated, I have 75k on my a5. I have a bunch of stuff done to it and semi beat the shit out of it on occasion. Would much rather know I should start thinking about swapping out the chain here in the near future instead of leaving it and the ladder happening😅 ) enjoy the vids man 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Love the name badge!!
Omg, the side note honking issue got me 😆
Subscribed. Just picked up a 2014 2.0 a6
Funny how I bought a 2010 A3 Quattro and fixed everything you talking about in this video. For the mechanically inclined they can be fun daily drivers.
Following "Honorable Mentions" - P0299 (turbo underboost) the dreaded wastegate malfunction rattle.
P0341 (camshaft position sensor)
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and like you said, some check lights dont throw codes. I currently have an airbag light. From whatI read is the grey sensor under the passenger seat.
Low Oil Pressure warning light, does not throw any codes, but the alarm is extremely annoying.
Am doing a full teardown, watching your videos has helped stay on course.
... And one last thing, the torx style bolts, TRIPLE SQUARE BOLTS, I hate dealing with them, so difficultto wrench. Just do like everyone else, metric or standard, but no, lets continue over engineering.
All the connectors have this silly pull out system, I end up breaking them half the time on old plugs, plastic gets brittle, just why, while all others push down on the plug and walla.
😫😭
Mine is 2009 had it from new had the oil issue 84000k, they apparently used cheaper materials for the oil rings, Audi rebuilt the engine for free after I complained to Head Office Germany, that was 2015. Recently the alternator bearing failed and a rear suspension spring broke luckily I was in a car park when it happened, that’s three springs now. I have had three wheel bearing failures, oil level sensor failure, ventilation fan failure, ignition coil failures, latest is central locking, three doors lock but don’t unlock. Thanks for the tips on the chain tensioner, water pump and pressure sensor!
Oscar worthy & very knowledgeable
Thanks. If I need a problem I'll buy one of these
on my 2011 Audi Q5 with 125k miles, I changed the fuel sensor, alternator, and water pump and now working on the turbo to replace it.
Don’t forget the emergency latch! Mine snapped clean off from the cold now I don’t have a usable trunk and have to climb through the back seats to do anything :)
You sir are quite entertaining.
I have a B8 A4 with the EA888.2 and i've had most of these issues. Oil burn fix done, had timing tensioner break on startup and bend all my valves, had the alternator die. Havent had water or fuel pump issues *yet* though, but im always on the lookout for weird codes so hopefully ill catch it in time then they do go.
Why not just buy a reliable car instead of an Audi
@@thunderthumbz3293 because I inherited the B8 and buying a "reliable" car with similar performance, comfort and looks would cost far too much. Also I have Audi Stockholm syndrome
I bought a 2011 A5 8 speed in January with 150,000 miles. Its sitting at 180,000 now and it's the best damn car I've ever owned. It's had the motor replaced previously by a previous owner with the updated timing chains & tensioner. I replaced spark plugs, water pump & carbon cleaned it when I got it and have had zero issues
how was the water pump job?
How much did it cost to get the carbon cleaned out? It sounds like a fairly expensive job.
@@bryanribey I just did this to my car. It wasn’t difficult if you know how to get the intake manifold off. It’s just a mess and time consuming.
@@hfrog713 understandable. Guess its probably not too expensive to get a shop to do it then at least.
@@bryanribey my understanding was $4-500
Super useful. Thanks bud.
I just sent my 2014 Audi Q5 2.0L out to pasture a.k.a. auction. It started consuming oil like crazy around 80k miles and bottomed out at needing a quart every 600 miles by 100k. The timing chain needed to be replaced at 120k miles. About a month after the dealer replaced it the check engine light would intermittently go on and off. First the dealer thought it was the cam sensor, then the control valve (replaced both) then they said the camshaft itself needed to be replaced. At that point I said no to another $3600 after already spending about $2800 on the previous repairs only weeks earlier. 6 weeks later and the engine failed - needed a new cylinder head and camshaft - that was the end at 128k miles. Piston rings, timing chain and camshaft needed all by only 120k miles. I've loved Audis for a long time and owned 4 (A4, A6 and TT) but this might be it for me. I'll still watch your videos though since they are quite fascinating and informative. Well done!
I just bought 2 weeks ago a 2010 A4 Quattro and is consuming oil like crazy I think I have to put 1 litre of oil every 350/400km around 220/260 miles which is really really bad and I don’t know what to do with the car since I just bought it from a garage, but I don’t want a car that is asking for oil very very often and apparently is going to have too many problems in the future, I’m trying to find a way to return the car, also because I bought the car apparently with the issue and that person didn’t say anything about this and I don’t think at this point the car is worth what I paid with this oil consumption problem
Mine is 2009 had it from new had the oil issue 84000k, they apparently used cheaper materials for the oil rings, Audi rebuilt the engine for free after I complained to Head Office Germany, that was 2015. Recently the alternator bearing failed and a rear suspension spring broke luckily I was in a car park when it happened, that’s three springs now. I have had three wheel bears failures, oil level sensor failure, ventilation fan failure, ignition coil failures, latest is central locking, three doors lock but don’t unlock.
@@samuelwh4775hopefully you were able to get rid of it cuz you’re going to have nothing but problems, car seems to have been neglected. Better off buying a Lexus is350 or something of that sort
2014 engines are bulletproof, I have two with high miles and they don’t burn a drop of oil.
You should change your oil more bud
I'm an audi Tech and the B9 3.0 is solid esc after the Roller Rocker upgrade ....
I like before I watch
You know, I really like this. Im gonna start doing this, just to give the creator the benefit of the doubt, taking my forgetting to do so after my “judgment” when negativity should be what is gone out of the way for only
Me too
Me three!
Me too. Lol. This dude is great
I bought a 2013 A5 2.0 quat with 120k miles. It had a lot of maintenance done (water pump, spark plugs, pcv, reg oil changes etc..) and the engine is so smooth and refined. Very responsive and sounds very quiet. I had a 2019 GLI S DSG and that 2.0 sounded a lot more raspy and rattled. Just hoping I get at 50k miles more out of it 🤷🏽
You’ll get to 200k easy my friend
Keep me updated … I have a ‘17 Jetta auto Jetta 1.4 and want a A4 or gti
@@jaytee8665 bullshit
What’s the word on that 13 a5
i have a 2013 a4 with 203k miles on it runs like a dream had it since day one original tensioner and chain but the tensioner is the updated one which obviously makes a huge difference and i run thick oil at least 10w40 and for a while 15w50 my cam phase value is 5.0 still ways away from a chain breaking i’m glad i bought it right after they changed the tensioner
Just did the top end on an 09 tig with new chain and components but there is a slight tapping (almost rattling sound) coming from the top timing cover. It’s just a slight noise. I pulled top cover off again to check the cam to bridge measurements and they are within specs. Also put new rockers and lifters in as well. Appreciate your thoughts on this.
I just bought a clean looking and running 2011 Q5. Yup, seems to be consuming oil, but I am still on my first tank of gas, so I don't know how much. Mine has 132,000kms on it. Runs great, no leaks. I bought the extended warranty on it and I am now negotiating with the dealer that sold it to me to have the engine rebuilt. I guess I should get the timing chain done too?
Could you please please please make a video on the VW FSI 2.0T if at all there’s any differences between FSI and TSI, TFSI?
Loved it . Your funny. The neighbor 🤣
Another good video!
Man, I was going to buy a brand new a4 after this chip shortage, but after seeing this, it makes me want to steer clear of even a new one
Stay away
Girlfriend had an '08 Golf Variant with the ,EA113 TSI and 6 spd DSG and ran it from 70 - 180,00 km over six years. She serviced it regularly and was imo lucky- spent plenty just on the sched maintenance and only the odd repair here and there. She was in love with it (and I enjoyed driving it too) but I managed to convince her to move it on while it was still good and got her into a 2.5 Mazda6 Wagon Touring with all the fruit. Not as much fun to drive but still refined and way less costly to own and will be way easier to sell when the time comes. My son on the other hand had a very nice 130i pocket rocket which cost him a fortune in repairs before he came to his senses and bought an RC-F. That thing purred like a kitten and cost him nothing to own apart from normal servicing- a beautiful car. Give me good Japanese any day.
Hey Naptowntuner. Engine simply stopped on the highway after the Oil Pressure light came on. We need a naptowntuner in CT.
So now, it sits in the driveway. I pulled the plugs and filled with Marvel oil. Fingers crossed I can unseize. Otherwise, gotta rip and replace.
It's like every car company forgot everything they learned and everything every other car company learned about how to build cars and are starting from scratch. 🤦
Yeah and sadly it's mostly done on purpose.
Best vw mechanic out their 👍👍👍👍
No grommet problems. I had to replace water pump at 160K. I replaced timing chain at 180K. I've had 2 additional alternators installed in my car. 1st was bad alternator. 2nd was front main seal leak that blew oil all over it. Autozone cost for Bosch alternator is 1/2 of what dealer charges. My car died out at CVS in Santa Monica and code said it was low fuel pressure. I looked it up and said it was likely the fuel pressure sensor. Recent strand was previous main seal oil leak wrecked my serpentine belt. $100 and back to normal.
Dude ur the bomb ! videos are great dry humor is even better hahahahaha =)
I have this exact same car, recently changed the water pump. It’s leaking oil from the timing cover. Still love the car though!
I only changed timechain on mine..the important thing whit tfsi is oil and oil changes...then its bulletproof. Change to valvoline vr1 oil that is more heat resistant and has more zink
Also the intake manifold flaps are problematic unless you have upgraded to the latest revision intake manifold.
What would the latest revision be? Stock manifold for the newest year of your own body style? Or aftermarket, IE etc? I’m assuming they would be about the same price wise?
@@swift__ I believe pre 2014 vehicles had an intake manifold issue where the swing arm to open up the flaps would fall out of place causing the flaps not to open or be sluggish opening. The newest revision has a new swing arm device that opens up the flaps and also it has an additional pipe and filter of some sort going to the air solenoid.
@@jackc244 ok, thank you 🤜🏻🤛🏻
I recently purchased a 2013 GTI with 59k miles on it. I was reading that 2013+ had the timing chain tensioner issues fixed, but I still bought an obd11 to monitor the cam position angle. I also just did the 60k mile maintenance interval as well (oil, all filters, plugs/coil packs and I'll eventually do the fuel filter).
I was wondering if I should preemptively replace the pcv diaphragm with an aftermarket one and do an aluminum housing water pump. Thanks!
That's not exactly accurate about the tensioners. I bought a 2013 Eos 2.0 TSI in 2020. When it started getting cold I started noticing a noise when I started it up, a metal against metal noise. Since I had heard about this issue I bought the timing kit and had mine changed before it was too late. My reasoning is that VW did update the tensioner but maybe was hesitant about throwing out X amount of new tensioners so they used them out. That's just a conspiracy idea BTW. Thank goodness I got an extended warranty when I got my car so they covered the repair which was around $2,000. They recommend the genuine VW chain and tensioner as the chain was also updated to a more substantial design. Good luck with your GTI!
I had one for 7 yrs no problems at all , but let me hear what u have , it will help me thanks
The B9 model has a water pump leak issue.. I had it.. if you avoid the dealer it can be replaced at not too high a price.. The leak was slow...
Change oil once a year or every 8000 miles..
Change the transmission fluid long before Audi states...
I dont think this is just an Audi thing. Most modern cars, especially when geared towards performance, seem to have some sort of issues like this.
And that is why the 3.0t supercharged is the best engine
What needs doing in a 2017 Q3 with the 2.0 TFSI to make it last? When does the tensioner need changing?
What symptoms do you get if the fuel pressure sensor goes bad?
Just subbed !
What year 2.0t would you recommend? I've done a few heads from tensioner failures with good maintenance and no warning, but I would like to buy a newer a4 2017-2022 to replace my 04 1.8t?
I swear there are manufacturers out there that never have timing chain problems. Maybe guides, like on some BMWs, but the chains themselves, no problem.
2009 B8 A4 Avant non-sline with 110K miles. Stage I and stage II APR + downpipes. Doing a proactive chain swap in a few months for $3K based on a friend’s expert suggestion but damn she’s been good to me and she’s worth it. 4 rings to rule them all…
I owned a 2010 jetta with the ccta engine from new, just recently sold it at 364,000 miles, in that time I personally replaced the first timing set at 150k and did the second at 270k, aso an intake manifold and valve cleaning at 75k, did the water pump then because i had access, got a low mileage used turbo at 220k, a used dsg transmission at 250k, with another intake manifold (updated version) and valve cleaning again a water pump at the same time. Countless oil changes, and diy dsg services and maby 10 coils carried a spair at all times. Loved that car but i drive 100miles a day for work and the milage was starting to worry me. If you maintain them they tend to go for a long time.
i have the 1.8 tfsi turbo cdhb 160 hp nice engine
I have a 2009 Audi A4 quatro TFSI with 170k miles and I can attest to having everyone of these problems but the rail sensor and fuel pump reckon they will be next. If you want a project car these things are perfect! LOL
The guy honking down the road in his 1970’s jalopy got me crying bro 😂
i like your video , do more please! do a video about the hpfp , if its a roller or not, if is lubricated with oil or carburant, if the cams apply the same force to the roller as in the bosch cp4 diesel or not... all this stuff ! @naptowntuner
Im swapping my 2010 A4 CAEB engine to a 2014 CPMB engine to avoid any more oil consumption issues. Does the timing chain and water pump issues carry over to the newer model engines? Should I swap these out before I drop the engine in? BTW. Just found your channel and I LOVE it. Can’t stop watching. I’d buy a shirt or sweatshirt for sure. Also. Can I request a tool video. Your most used tools. Must haves for a guy like me.
Although the 2009-2011 were the worst years.. you could still have oil consumption all the way up to 2016. I had a 2015 q5 with 180k miles that did 1 quart in 600miles. Yes you should at least take the pump off and inspect the water jackets around the gasket for swelling and at least pull the inspection plug and look at how far the tensioner is extended. I’ll do a video on it soon and if I don’t just remind me in the comments
@@NaptownTuner i wish i knew any Audi mechanics like u in the Houston Area so i can learn more in person about these Audis
Does the new Chain tensioner still break? I know the old version was faulty. I’m at 130k miles, the chain tensioner is the new version, but it looks like it’s pretty stretched
My man sounds FED UP with Audi 😂 hey at least you’ll never run out of work
I have a 2009 a4 Quattro that started to miss fire and it got scanned and three cylinders were miss firing. Cylinder number 4 spark plug was burnt. The car still starts but is missing still. New spark plugs were installed. Any idea if it has a burnt valve?
The cause of the chain popping is when you allow the oil level to be too low causing the tensioner to starve and release tension causing the chain to skip teeth. Make sure the oil level is adequate. Yes these car do consume oil so check it periodically.
Mine broke one of the plastic guide rails then that let it get enough slack to jump time on startup and destroy the head.
amazing videos and great information, one question napp, is this true for later generations of the EA888 more specifically the third generation?
2013+ is fitted with an updated chain/ tensioner but in a recent video a friend has 60 some thousand miles on an updated chain and it was stretch but I’ve seen 2009+ chains and original bad designed tensioners go to almost 190k same with water pump same with pistons the 2009-2011/12 were the most problematic with chains. Water pumps can also still fail just the same with the revised pump it’s true for all b8 b8.5
@@NaptownTuner Thank you sir.
Good videos and good luck with growing your channel. I would recommend investing in tripod / mic etc. More professional videos will get you more views. Also do not upload personal stuff as that will deter people from watching. Stick with one theme, that is Audi/VW fixing etc
Darn it, fixed most the things you listed so far on my Audi, including the rear main gasket, but it didn't let me stranded yet. *knock on wood*
Would the oil separator diaphragm failing cause an oil leak that toward the top of the engine?
Hey. I just installed a new turbo stock on my ‘13 GLI gen 1. My first time doing a turbo install. Only replaced center cartridge cause I can’t afford the entire turbo. Replaced cause of oil consumption. After I finished the install, it idled on the lift perfectly for 15 minutes. I shut it off for 30 mins, then drove it about a quarter mile, and when I went to accelerate to shift from 2nd gear at 20-30 mph, the car hesitated bad, then shut off. Now it will idle good for a few seconds then run horribly hesitating and or misfiring. Sometimes starts but won’t idle. Any idea what this could be? Everything electrical is plugged in and the charge pipe is still connected.
Oh man, this is the first I’ve seen of the HPFP leaking fuel into the oil. How are we supposed to know if it is leaking? Will a properly functioning HPF pressure sensor trigger the check engine light if it is? That is an expensive part to replace preventatively, less than a replacement engine but still.
what model year and type is the best used audi to purchase that has AWD?
Have you ever had an issue where your ac keeps purging your battery even though it is turned off, when I turn off the car the ac blower kicks back on blowing at max cold settings
Thanks man you're the goat on these engines been thinking about doing my timing chain going to def so this asap since I have 350km on it ha, question about the turbo I need to replace mine and I was thinking of a K04 what do I need for an upgraded turbo like that in order to run not necessarily to get the most out of? Can I just put that in and be on my way or do I need HPFP etc.. thanks
The tune usually has a list of recommendations. It’s smart to replace hpfp for maintenance since it’s a high failure item requires high flow cat or test pipe at least
@@NaptownTuner appreciate the reply man thanks and yea we would like some naptown tuner merch put something cool on the back maybe something subtle like Audi/VW symbol or a naptown tuner signature at the back of the neck would be cool man!
Getting code p2295 says fuel pressure regulator sensor! Is that the same one u mentioned on this video ? The high pressure sensor , on the fuel rail? Epc light is on , changed plugs,coils, and pcv valve, did epc reset with pedal, and got that code with reader!
I had to change 3 of the four items before I watched this video. Even some of the honorable mentions.
Water pump, fuel pump, oil consumption issues, pistons @rings, timing chain all replaced prior to 55k. Currently 66k miles on my 2012 Avant, so far so good.
Your the man, you know your Audi’s! 👍
omg... that was not cheap;
my 90s cars,all 3 of them, bmw e36,isuzu trooper,rover,all have over 200000 and run like new, the bmw has a chain,all original, runs quiet as a mouse, sad that modern expensive engines are throw aways like a bic lighter;
Do you have a shop ? Are you in Florida? Also what's your opinion on the 3.0 T motor
Hey Naptown,
Have the 3.0tsfi in the A7 also have similar timing chain/tensioner issues? Thanks bro
I spent more than 3000e on new parts . After 10 mechanics finaly found issue. The hpfp even after 2 changes was no good and my friend ordered a original audi hpfp and it was ok ( lean code) oil raises cause petrol going into the oil ( if you have oil sensor engine check light) and the second is if you get the epc no over 4000rpm than its the tensioner on the chain. My chain was a little streched but not over but the twnsioner was bad so yeah if you have that problem than thats the issue.
Audi 2012 q5 155,000 miles and only changed the oil and brakes. Had oil consumption issue but dummies at oil place screwed up drain plug. Fixed myself
I just purchased a 2016 A6 with the 252 HP 2.0. Engine runs great and is strong with only 62,000 miles. I did see the water pump and when it begins to leak I will replace with an aftermarket all aluminum housing. That will take care of that issue.
How is your car rolling now?
@@drakephifer Car runs great! My wife drives it. Last one was a 2005 Audi A6 3.2. I had 280,000 miles on it and donated, (bought the 4 cyl for my wife). I drive a 2016Audi A6 TDI. Diesel runs great and have 146,000 miles. Also had an 02 Audi A4 1.8T. Great car and had 275,000 miles and my brother bought for his kids to drive. They eventually sold it from there.
@@johnjerrehian4642 just had a6 3.2 with 270k miles. Mother just replaced it with a6 2.0t only 47k miles. Do you have any heads UP I can give her? Thanks
@@ap3stax What year is the A6 3.2? Here are a few things I did to keep it running well. There are a few issues as the car gets older and with more miles, some have to do with the plastic vacuum lines getting brittle and breaking, (hint, the main one runs across the front of the engine). Just replace them with rubber vacuum lines. Also, do not go 10,000 miles on a synthetic oil change. The timing chains tensioners wear faster and that is an expensive job. 7,000 miles OK. Run premium fuel, (no less than 91 octane). Lastly, do the maintenance and don't use cheap aftermarket parts.
@@johnjerrehian4642 that A6 was 2008. Certainly did us well, with 270,000+ miles. Now we have 2018 A6 but 4cyl Quattro. This has 48k miles fingers crossed we get at least 100k more w/o major issues.
Will a 2018 A6 Premium plus with 55k miles be an ok buy?
2010 A3 left me stranded in Montana last month when the TCM went out at 124000 miles