So why didn't you change the plugs as well my wife has a EOS and it was misfiring on all 4 cylinders I just changed the coil packs and plugs runs perfect now and spark plug gap is essential always check the gap even if the auto parts store say they come pre gapped check the gap anyway! Good video 👍
I had just put new plugs in a week of two before when I was still chasing the problem. I also replaced a single bad coil pack with a knockoff, stupid rookie mistake. That is why I would only recommend the OEM ones. This was a weird intermittent problem with no codes. One of those things that can drive you crazy if you you do not deal with them all the time. But, I learned a lot. Glad you liked it.
I have a 2008 2.0 wolfsburg jetta about 2 months ago my car started misfiring changed the just the one coil that was causing the problem It started doing it again but the code I got was only for a gas cap so I decided to change the remaining three hoping it'll solve the problem
I've got a 08 2.5 and this morning leaving work after about a minute after cranking it I head a pop letting it warm up and it went into a ruff idle made it home. Had a doctor's appointment and about 6 miles down the road it started to go dead if you let off the gas pedal. I would have to hold gas at 2k put brakes on with left foot to keep it running. Going down the interstate at 60 it did fine.
I'm having the same issue on my 2007 Jetta 2.5. I get the P0304 code and I already replaced the fuel injectors thanks to your vid by the way. Now I cleared the code and same code still pops back up. As far as spark plugs go I did replace all 5 and have only bought one Bosche ignition coil for cylinder 4 which is the one misfiring. I think I'm going to try as you did and buy the 5 coil packs from DAP. Hopefully it solves my issue as it did yours .
Make sure you check the wiring and your connector for broken leads or cuts if you have not. Easy way is to switch a known good coil to cylinder 4 and clear and recheck codes. If the code moves with the coil it is probably the coil, if not you most likely have a wiring issue. Good luck, it took me awhile to solve mine. If you do end up going to DAP, let them know I sent you there. They probably won't care but might. Best!
notorious for their headgaskets? I have yet to come across one among the dozens at junkyards and facebook marketplace that has had a headgasket issue. I would also recommend popping up the ignition coils before attempting to remove the plugs, and push inwards like squeezing it before pushing the connector outwards, to disconnect it from the coil. Then pull the coil out completely. Reverse order when installing (slightly in, connect, pop in fully).
I believe I've been having this same problem for the past 20 days. Immediate Flashing check engine light. around 2500-3000 RPM it would start Stuttering/Sputtering, Raid Misfiring. I've replaced Coils, Plugs for the 2nd time (they were all replaced in December) PCV Valve Cover & Diaphragm, Checked VVT, Replaced Fuel injector 1, Top & Bottom O-Rings, Cylinder Pressure Check. I was only getting 0.4-6 volts in Fuel Injector Pigtail 1, after replaced it gets around 2.4-7 Volts, all the rest are 3.3v. still haven't resolved the problem.
I just paid a mechanic ~550 bucks for a diagnostic, ignition coil replacement, and spark plug replacement. Fair price or did I get ripped off ? Honestly if I had seen this video I would have done it myself but I just want to know if this is fair market value for the job so I can feel that I can trust this mechanic.
Hello, honestly if parts were included that is probably pretty normal, but it is not what I would call a fair price. Even if they got the coils and plugs from a dealer, that is no more than $300, so $250 labor for a $100 job is not what I would call fair. But like I said it is probably normal.
@@theeddies Dang thanks for letting me know, that's what I suspected. Oh well lesson learned. Thanks for this content it's really good! Now I need to find me a video on how to fix this stuck ratcheting seat :D always something with VW! Take care.
@@theeddies I'll take a closer look. I know the seat will tilt up and down with the manual knob and slide back and forth with the lever under the seat; the problem is the ratchet to go up and down it's stuck in topmost position so I'll try and figure out whats up with it.
This is the reason I learned to do this stuff myself. I got an ignition coil kit and spark plugs on FCP for 110. It takes a bit of elbow grease, but I can make sure that I am fixing the issue without draining my wallet. ;/
Sadly, the transaxle blew up in this car about a year after. The transmission had already been repaired (not by me) and I think the person who did it, did something wrong. The engine was still running fine but finding a good used manual drivetrain for these was difficult and a new one was more than the car was worth so I sold it. It did not misfire anymore though, lol.
Me and my prodigy were maintaining the upkeep of a 2007 VW Jetta. Car was running fine made it to about 159k no major issues. Replacing coil packs based on this video also as needed filters and so on, Sadly he wanted to take care of it all on his own like a big boy and well need I say more. Less then 10k later poof. Excellent learning experience for him though short life for the VW Jetta 2.5 sadly.
Other than a coincidental bad coil pack, could be bad injector, carbon build up on valves, connector/wiring issue, ecm problem. First thing I would do is move the coil pack from 1 to another cylinder and see if the misfire moves to the new cylinder. If not, do a thorough check of the wiring harness to #1 connector looking for faults. These gremlins can be a bitch sometimes. Best!
the_eddies did your car do like a surge ? Was your check engine light on ? Did it tell you have a misfire ? I have VW rabbit 07 with 198k miles have no check engine car surges at the light but car drives smooth what do you think it might be maybe the coils ?
I have the same car, and right now mine is doing that and it has a very bad idle. Like it’s going to die and when the engine is warm sometimes it will barley start. I changed the spark plugs but not the coils. I still have the same problem. Do you think changing the coils wiill fix that?
@@jeredgallegos2870 Best way is to just do all of them. Otherwise you have to figure out which and how many are bad. You can do that by pulling the connector on each while the engine is running, if it runs the same with the connector disconnected, that coil is bad. If it stutters and or dies, that one is good. If you have multiple bad coils this can be tricky. Remember, there can be other causes for your problem so this is just diagnostic. Are you getting an check engine light?
Is it safe to drive the car with one cylinder misfire for some days at low speeds? The engine is shaking quite often while accelerating and i got the new coil pack tomorrow.
Personally I would not do that, unless I really had no choice. It can throw a lot of un-burnt fuel into your catalytic converter which is not a good for it and it is not cheap to replace, also can foul an O2 sensor. My misfire was very intermittent so I was not as worried but it sounds like yours is a dead coil. Best!
Yes, it solved my intermittent misfire problem. No problems in first month after install. I would say the engine definitely runs stronger but that is probably just because it is getting full spark. I am not sure they are any better than the OEM packs but definitely better than the Chinese ones. Thanks for watching!
@@theeddies mine is a gen 1 tsi so looks like she will be getting a couple coils for free this weekend. I switched to Audi coils on my tsi and kept the good ones for a rainy day
I replaced three coils, then my mechanic said that’s all that needed to be replaced to get the car running. When I start my car it revs and then turns off. Could this be because two coils in to be replaced on 2007 vw Jetta?
@@theeddies As soon as I turn it on, it revs high almost like my gas is on the peddle a little bit. Then the battery sign comes on and it dies. I replaced like every sensor, spark plugs, etc
@@zayk8833 Have you replaced the fuel filter? It could be a couple different things but just offhand, this sounds more like a fuel delivery problem to me. Engine gets just enough fuel to start, then goes lean and revs go up then dies. I'd change fuel filter then check fuel pressure at the injector manifold.
@@theeddies I can hear the fuel pump on when it turns on for a moment, I changed all filters I haven’t touched the fuel injectors I just bought royal purple fuel system cleaner
@@zayk8833 Hard to say without some in person diagnosis, could be several different things or even a combination of different issues. I would definitely check fuel pressure when the pump comes on. If you have access and any know how with OBD unit or VAGCOM, that would help looking for the problem. Unfortunately, a good diagnostic mechanic is hard to find these days and not cheap.
It could smell of unburnt fuel somewhat, more at the exhaust. If there is a burning smell in the engine compartment, you really need that checked out further by a professional.
Hey Y’all, so I’m trying to find coils and plugs for my 2015 VW Passat 1.8L SE... I’ve literally been searching for two days not with no results. I want to try a kit that I can order with plugs, coils, and any other stuff it comes with. I’m fully aware that I can get OEM... but those are $38 a pop... bs. Any help would be much appreciated!
@@jonathanramirez3473 I have had to pry a few out before. There is actually a part of the video where I do pop one with a large flat screwdriver (about the 3 minute mark). Just get under the lip and twist the screwdriver or use whatever you can as a fulcrum while pulling and twisting on the coil. If that does not work you will have to use a small prybar. Stanley sells one that is flat and only about 6 inches long. Or make your own with a flat bar. I will put a small dab of dielectric grease on the inside of the boot and never have that problem again. Hope that helps.
I changed my coils 2 times, Replaced with used coils and the second time i replaced with brand new coils (all 4), and it is still misfiring. what else can i do?
Were they Bosch brand coils? Is it misfiring on one cylinder only? Are you getting any codes in your CEL? Could be an clogged injector, I have a video replacing those. Not a bad job. Honestly, though, I would
@@theeddies thanks. They have those R8’s here at advanced auto parts but it says that they don’t come with the insulated rubber boot. I’ve seen other brand photos without a boot too, is that the way they get installed or is the boot separate?
@@randydarsh2073 I have seen them both ways as well. My understanding is that they can come either way but I personally would not trust the ones without the boot. There are fake or reman'ed red cap units out there. But as long as you trust the source and they are marked appropriately, they are probably good to go. If you go to the Amazon link in the description, there is a good picture of what the markings should look like.
Here is a link to the set I used. Amazon does not sell them, they sell look alikes so I will not put my name on an affiliate link to them. Thanks. www.shopdap.com/make-model-year/volkswagen/jetta/mk5-2005-5-2010/engine/2-5/repair/ignition/06e-998-115-ea.html
@@theeddies Long story: I bought a 2008 Jetta 2.5L engine for $1200. Had all the symptoms you described (miss firing). It complete solved the problem and is running smooth. I did the dielectric grease on the. Ignition coils and the connectors. I had two thinks different from you. When you pulled the ignition coils they look like mine (shiny metal) but when you insert them they are black and the part that goes inside the cylinder head; my new coils did not have this. The second thing was the spark plugs, the ones removed had a washer while the new ones didn’t. Anyway, thanks for putting the video together, I knew what to do at every step.
came here to get some tips on that wire harness and make sure i wasnt the only one having trouble getting the coil packs out. thanks for the video!
Glad it was helpful.
The connectors broke because you have to push the connector IN first and hold and then pull the clip - otherwise, they will break. FYI
Thanks for the nice video. You scared me at minute 9.30 when the camera fell. I thought you got in a car accident!
So why didn't you change the plugs as well my wife has a EOS and it was misfiring on all 4 cylinders I just changed the coil packs and plugs runs perfect now and spark plug gap is essential always check the gap even if the auto parts store say they come pre gapped check the gap anyway! Good video 👍
I had just put new plugs in a week of two before when I was still chasing the problem. I also replaced a single bad coil pack with a knockoff, stupid rookie mistake. That is why I would only recommend the OEM ones. This was a weird intermittent problem with no codes. One of those things that can drive you crazy if you you do not deal with them all the time. But, I learned a lot. Glad you liked it.
Love the music that you choose for your videos!
Thank you so much for this video, I'm ordering mine today and saving tons
Cool, hope it works out for you. Thanks for watching!
I have a 2008 2.0 wolfsburg jetta about 2 months ago my car started misfiring changed the just the one coil that was causing the problem It started doing it again but the code I got was only for a gas cap so I decided to change the remaining three hoping it'll solve the problem
I've got a 08 2.5 and this morning leaving work after about a minute after cranking it I head a pop letting it warm up and it went into a ruff idle made it home. Had a doctor's appointment and about 6 miles down the road it started to go dead if you let off the gas pedal. I would have to hold gas at 2k put brakes on with left foot to keep it running. Going down the interstate at 60 it did fine.
That sounds bad but could also be something like a MAF sensor.
I'm having the same issue on my 2007 Jetta 2.5. I get the P0304 code and I already replaced the fuel injectors thanks to your vid by the way. Now I cleared the code and same code still pops back up. As far as spark plugs go I did replace all 5 and have only bought one Bosche ignition coil for cylinder 4 which is the one misfiring. I think I'm going to try as you did and buy the 5 coil packs from DAP. Hopefully it solves my issue as it did yours .
Make sure you check the wiring and your connector for broken leads or cuts if you have not. Easy way is to switch a known good coil to cylinder 4 and clear and recheck codes. If the code moves with the coil it is probably the coil, if not you most likely have a wiring issue. Good luck, it took me awhile to solve mine. If you do end up going to DAP, let them know I sent you there. They probably won't care but might. Best!
@@theeddies Right on will do thanks for your feedback I appreciate it.
@@enriqueangulo5277how’d it work out
notorious for their headgaskets? I have yet to come across one among the dozens at junkyards and facebook marketplace that has had a headgasket issue. I would also recommend popping up the ignition coils before attempting to remove the plugs, and push inwards like squeezing it before pushing the connector outwards, to disconnect it from the coil. Then pull the coil out completely. Reverse order when installing (slightly in, connect, pop in fully).
I meant valve cover gasket. In the video, I actually put a graphic up to correct what I said while working.Thanks!
I believe I've been having this same problem for the past 20 days. Immediate Flashing check engine light. around 2500-3000 RPM it would start Stuttering/Sputtering, Raid Misfiring. I've replaced Coils, Plugs for the 2nd time (they were all replaced in December) PCV Valve Cover & Diaphragm, Checked VVT, Replaced Fuel injector 1, Top & Bottom O-Rings, Cylinder Pressure Check. I was only getting 0.4-6 volts in Fuel Injector Pigtail 1, after replaced it gets around 2.4-7 Volts, all the rest are 3.3v. still haven't resolved the problem.
I just paid a mechanic ~550 bucks for a diagnostic, ignition coil replacement, and spark plug replacement. Fair price or did I get ripped off ? Honestly if I had seen this video I would have done it myself but I just want to know if this is fair market value for the job so I can feel that I can trust this mechanic.
Hello, honestly if parts were included that is probably pretty normal, but it is not what I would call a fair price. Even if they got the coils and plugs from a dealer, that is no more than $300, so $250 labor for a $100 job is not what I would call fair. But like I said it is probably normal.
@@theeddies Dang thanks for letting me know, that's what I suspected. Oh well lesson learned. Thanks for this content it's really good! Now I need to find me a video on how to fix this stuck ratcheting seat :D always something with VW! Take care.
@@cyphonrider Those things are pretty bullet proof. You sure you do not have something stuck in the mechanism?
@@theeddies I'll take a closer look. I know the seat will tilt up and down with the manual knob and slide back and forth with the lever under the seat; the problem is the ratchet to go up and down it's stuck in topmost position so I'll try and figure out whats up with it.
This is the reason I learned to do this stuff myself. I got an ignition coil kit and spark plugs on FCP for 110. It takes a bit of elbow grease, but I can make sure that I am fixing the issue without draining my wallet. ;/
My 2.5l is bucking like a horse on acceleration. Is it the same Symptom that you had?
Yes, it was doing that. It could also be other problems but this a good place to start.
Can you tell us the model of your BOSCH ignition coil (red head)?
Hello, there is a link with part number in the video description. Thanks!
@@theeddies Didn't see it yet? sorry ,can you show me?please
@@闪电要来了 no worries. Bosch 0221604800 Ignition Coil - amzn.to/317TT0k
Update how are things going still running great since complete coil replacement?
Sadly, the transaxle blew up in this car about a year after. The transmission had already been repaired (not by me) and I think the person who did it, did something wrong. The engine was still running fine but finding a good used manual drivetrain for these was difficult and a new one was more than the car was worth so I sold it. It did not misfire anymore though, lol.
So what did you purchase to replace your car?
Me and my prodigy were maintaining the upkeep of a 2007 VW Jetta. Car was running fine made it to about 159k no major issues. Replacing coil packs based on this video also as needed filters and so on, Sadly he wanted to take care of it all on his own like a big boy and well need I say more. Less then 10k later poof. Excellent learning experience for him though short life for the VW Jetta 2.5 sadly.
What if my beetle also has a misfire on cylinder 1, I replaced all 5 coil packs and spark plugs but I’m still getting a misfire ?
Other than a coincidental bad coil pack, could be bad injector, carbon build up on valves, connector/wiring issue, ecm problem. First thing I would do is move the coil pack from 1 to another cylinder and see if the misfire moves to the new cylinder. If not, do a thorough check of the wiring harness to #1 connector looking for faults. These gremlins can be a bitch sometimes. Best!
the_eddies did your car do like a surge ? Was your check engine light on ? Did it tell you have a misfire ? I have VW rabbit 07 with 198k miles have no check engine car surges at the light but car drives smooth what do you think it might be maybe the coils ?
I have the same car, and right now mine is doing that and it has a very bad idle. Like it’s going to die and when the engine is warm sometimes it will barley start. I changed the spark plugs but not the coils. I still have the same problem. Do you think changing the coils wiill fix that?
It would be the next thing I would check. It sounds like that could be your problem.
the_eddies am I able to only switch one or two of the coils or do I have to do all of them
@@jeredgallegos2870 Best way is to just do all of them. Otherwise you have to figure out which and how many are bad. You can do that by pulling the connector on each while the engine is running, if it runs the same with the connector disconnected, that coil is bad. If it stutters and or dies, that one is good. If you have multiple bad coils this can be tricky. Remember, there can be other causes for your problem so this is just diagnostic. Are you getting an check engine light?
the_eddies yes the light and epc light is on
@@jeredgallegos2870 You need to find out what the codes are. The EPC light could indicate another problem.
Is it safe to drive the car with one cylinder misfire for some days at
low speeds? The engine is shaking quite often while accelerating and i got the new coil pack tomorrow.
Personally I would not do that, unless I really had no choice. It can throw a lot of un-burnt fuel into your catalytic converter which is not a good for it and it is not cheap to replace, also can foul an O2 sensor. My misfire was very intermittent so I was not as worried but it sounds like yours is a dead coil. Best!
with these coil packs have you noticed any benefits yet?
Yes, it solved my intermittent misfire problem. No problems in first month after install. I would say the engine definitely runs stronger but that is probably just because it is getting full spark. I am not sure they are any better than the OEM packs but definitely better than the Chinese ones. Thanks for watching!
Thanks! Im just looking into coils, im think of getting some r8 coil packs for my 2.5
Did you notice any improvement in fuel economy?
Thanks for video!
@@thecommenter7201 A bit, but I did not do any testing. It does seem to be a bit better though. Thanks for watching.
Elevated Existence where do you buy those from the R8 coils?
So these 2.5l use the same coils as the 2.0l tsi? If so that's Awesome i have a friend in need of a coil on a jetta and i have spares for my 2.0l tsi.
Yes, they do interchange with most of the TSI's but I know the newer Gen3 TSI's have a bolt on coil. Best!
@@theeddies mine is a gen 1 tsi so looks like she will be getting a couple coils for free this weekend. I switched to Audi coils on my tsi and kept the good ones for a rainy day
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Hey I have a Jetta and I got a diagnostic today and I have a lot of cylinder misfires could u recommend anything?
Could be computer related, could just be a couple bad coils. Hard to say.
Did it almost fill like the front end what’s shaking and cold fill it in your gas pedal as long as start ups it kinda spits
Yes, but I did not feel it at start up.
I replaced three coils, then my mechanic said that’s all that needed to be replaced to get the car running. When I start my car it revs and then turns off. Could this be because two coils in to be replaced on 2007 vw Jetta?
Maybe, but that sounds a bit odd. Do you mean it revs high when It starts then instantly dies or starts normally and quits?
@@theeddies As soon as I turn it on, it revs high almost like my gas is on the peddle a little bit. Then the battery sign comes on and it dies. I replaced like every sensor, spark plugs, etc
@@zayk8833 Have you replaced the fuel filter? It could be a couple different things but just offhand, this sounds more like a fuel delivery problem to me. Engine gets just enough fuel to start, then goes lean and revs go up then dies. I'd change fuel filter then check fuel pressure at the injector manifold.
@@theeddies I can hear the fuel pump on when it turns on for a moment, I changed all filters
I haven’t touched the fuel injectors
I just bought royal purple fuel system cleaner
@@zayk8833 Hard to say without some in person diagnosis, could be several different things or even a combination of different issues. I would definitely check fuel pressure when the pump comes on. If you have access and any know how with OBD unit or VAGCOM, that would help looking for the problem. Unfortunately, a good diagnostic mechanic is hard to find these days and not cheap.
Can it have a bad burning smell cause auto zone ran the computer on mine and said that’s what’s wrong with it but it has a very bad burning smell
It could smell of unburnt fuel somewhat, more at the exhaust. If there is a burning smell in the engine compartment, you really need that checked out further by a professional.
Hey Y’all, so I’m trying to find coils and plugs for my 2015 VW Passat 1.8L SE... I’ve literally been searching for two days not with no results. I want to try a kit that I can order with plugs, coils, and any other stuff it comes with. I’m fully aware that I can get OEM... but those are $38 a pop... bs. Any help would be much appreciated!
Try Deutsche Auto Parts, they have some sets.
nice work... oh i fell over and hit my head twice while watching. lol
Have you ever dealt with a stuck coil?
You mean stuck on the spark plug?
@@theeddies yes like I was able to pull out all the other ones except 1 no matter how hard I pull it just won’t come out
@@jonathanramirez3473 I have had to pry a few out before. There is actually a part of the video where I do pop one with a large flat screwdriver (about the 3 minute mark). Just get under the lip and twist the screwdriver or use whatever you can as a fulcrum while pulling and twisting on the coil. If that does not work you will have to use a small prybar. Stanley sells one that is flat and only about 6 inches long. Or make your own with a flat bar. I will put a small dab of dielectric grease on the inside of the boot and never have that problem again. Hope that helps.
I changed my coils 2 times, Replaced with used coils and the second time i replaced with brand new coils (all 4), and it is still misfiring. what else can i do?
Were they Bosch brand coils? Is it misfiring on one cylinder only? Are you getting any codes in your CEL? Could be an clogged injector, I have a video replacing those. Not a bad job. Honestly, though, I would
@@theeddies why do you mention Bosch? Are they not preferred or because they are good?
@@randydarsh2073 Bosch are OEM VW/Audi. They are the only ones to use imho. See the video description. Thanks!
@@theeddies thanks. They have those R8’s here at advanced auto parts but it says that they don’t come with the insulated rubber boot. I’ve seen other brand photos without a boot too, is that the way they get installed or is the boot separate?
@@randydarsh2073 I have seen them both ways as well. My understanding is that they can come either way but I personally would not trust the ones without the boot. There are fake or reman'ed red cap units out there. But as long as you trust the source and they are marked appropriately, they are probably good to go. If you go to the Amazon link in the description, there is a good picture of what the markings should look like.
Why would only cylinder 3 have low compression?
Lots of reasons, most are bad.
Great video man✨✨
Thanks for watching!
very nice job man
Thanks!
Which coils are those?
Bosch 0221604800 Ignition Coil - amzn.to/317TT0k
Did it correct your codes?
I cleared the codes and they did not come back. Thanks
@@theeddies can you post the codes your where getting? are they just misfire codes??
@@rabity They were just intermittent misfire codes. The numbers are in the description.
i need to order these asap
im having the same thing as you, when in third/fourth at around 20 if you punch it it jutters and wants to die and then is fine.
Yeah that is exactly what was happening. These solved my problem completely, 2 months later and no issues. Thanks for watching.
Nice
Thanks
U should add the link and get some affiliate credit
Here is a link to the set I used. Amazon does not sell them, they sell look alikes so I will not put my name on an affiliate link to them. Thanks.
www.shopdap.com/make-model-year/volkswagen/jetta/mk5-2005-5-2010/engine/2-5/repair/ignition/06e-998-115-ea.html
MAP sensor???
Not in this case, but it could cause similar problems.
i thought you crashed when the camera fell
Doing this today....
How did it go?
@@theeddies Long story: I bought a 2008 Jetta 2.5L engine for $1200. Had all the symptoms you described (miss firing). It complete solved the problem and is running smooth. I did the dielectric grease on the. Ignition coils and the connectors. I had two thinks different from you. When you pulled the ignition coils they look like mine (shiny metal) but when you insert them they are black and the part that goes inside the cylinder head; my new coils did not have this. The second thing was the spark plugs, the ones removed had a washer while the new ones didn’t. Anyway, thanks for putting the video together, I knew what to do at every step.
@@pe00100 Hey that is a great deal. I am glad it worked out for you and glad the video helped.
I thought the car flipped at 9:28 around that curve😂😂
LOL, I have tried to flip over in that curve a few times.