How to replace Turbo gasket on Volkswagen Golf GTI?
While under the car remove the 15mm bolts and protective shield over the axle. Remove the two 10mm bolts holding the turbo oil return line to the oil pan. Note: always replace the gasket. Move back to the top of the engine and remove the upper turbo heat insulation from the outlet pipe.
Where is the oil line on a Golf GTI?
Disconnect the oil line from the front of the engine. This photo illustrates the oil line that connects to the top of the turbo (red arrow) runs along the left side of the engine (green arrow) and connects at the front of the engine (yellow arrow).
Where is the Turbo located on a VW Golf?
There is a single 13mm bolt that holds the turbo to a mount on the engine block. You can access this from either above or below. The bolt threads into a fixed nut on the left side of the mount. Remove the bolt and the turbo is free to be wiggled out of the engine.
Can you replace the turbo on a GTI mark 4?
There are many reasons for removing the turbo on your GTI Mark 4, from replacing it to upgrading to a larger turbo to give the engine more power. It is not a quick or easy job, but can be done by a DIY mechanic if you take your time, have the right tools and follow the instructions.
How to replace spark plugs on a 1.8T car?
If you’re using this as a step-by-step guide for a 1.8T plug service, you’ll begin by getting the vacuum reservoir piggy-backing on cylinder 4 out of the way (10mm socket). Get this vacuum reservoir out of the way by unscrewing its 10mm bolt. Then you can take a 5mm hex-bolt key and begin unscrewing the bolts that hold the coil packs down.
What kind of spark plugs for Audi 1.8T?
1. Spark Plug Basics 10,000-mile NGK BKR7E above new, un-gapped plug of the same type. The opportunity for this article presented itself in the form of tune-up time for my 2000 Audi TT Quattro. NGK BKR7E plugs are a staple of 1.8T enthusiasts.
How long does a VW spark plug last?
Today’s advanced Volkswagen engines rely on precision spark plugs to provide the performance that drivers expect. Spark plugs take current from the alternator and use it to generate the high voltages necessary to ignite gas. Quality plugs can last up to 100,000 miles.
How do you replace a turbocharger on a VW?
You might be able to get a short combination wrench on it, but then you won’t have the leverage you need to break it loose. Next, remove the 17mm bolts holding the turbocharger to the exhaust manifold (26 ft-lb). These will need to be replaced when you reinstall the turbo.
Do you need to replace the turbo on a VW Golf?
Remove the four self locking nuts on the turbo to exhaust flange. It is a good idea to soak these with a little penetrating oil before you remove them, also, they are single use nuts and must be replaced when reinstalling. There is a single 13mm bolt that holds the turbo to a mount on the engine block.
Why is the oil coming out of my Turbo?
There is actually no oil pressure against the seals. What happen is the turbo CHRA got flooded with oil and had no where to go but out. Sounds like you fixed the problem. Hi my pal has an Audi A 3 with a hybrid turbo, it recently blew, dealership replaced and it lasted 2 weeks ,again they replaced, a further 2 weeks that’s blown?