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I like the way this guy talks. He talks like a robot from the year 3030 sent back in time to teach VW shoppers and owners how to maintain their car properly

Great Video, i love how seemless it is and how much technical info you gave, sounds like you know your stuff

This is super helpful and clear. I just had a coil pack go out on my Mk6 GTI, so I was looking for other common issues. The previous owner has replaced/dealt with about half of these problems (luckily in a timely manner), and it's nice to get a clear list of other things to look out for and inspect going forward. Thanks!

Great informative video for anyone interested in picking up an used GTI MK6. I have a little over 110K in my 2013 VW GTI which is my daily and since then I've added a ton load of modifications and is currently at Stage 2. The only biggest issue I've had so far was carbon build-up. My car would misfire constantly and run horribly. Although pricey to clean the valves cleaned-up, the car runs almost like the day I got it at the dealership lot.

Great job. Clear and well spoken, easy to understand. Excellent content very informative. Thank you!

I have had my mk6 for 6 years now. Started with 36k on the clock, now at 122k. Car runs strong, only one major problem so far. I've had one coil pack go, a valve on top of the manifold (cant remember the name but a $30 fix), intake manifold went after 4k (old style had carbon build up issues that are now resolved) but was fixed under warranty, my driver side seat heater isnt as strong as it used to be and my right rear caliper seized up. Other than that,basic maintenance is all that's needed for mine. I dont drive her gently, put good gas in, keep up with oil changes and levels and it's been so nice having this car. I thought about getting a mk7 but I just love this thing so much. Plus, the last of the actual German GTIs!

I have a late 2010 GTI 6 speed manual with 172K kms on the clock. Just changed the clutch for the first time. I did the timing chain back in late 2018 when it had 139K on the clock as a precaution. Replaced the coil packs at 166K after 2 failed within a week. I replaced the shocks and springs recently because they were just worn. Besides that the car has been trouble free and fun to drive.

Great video! My '13 GTI with 101k on it today has had (2) carbon build up and (3) the intake manifold cleaned and replaced around 70k. I think I had a bad sensor rather than a problem with the flap control on the intake manifold though. They seemed to move fine with the arm that pushes them when I had it out. (4) happened earlier around 60k I think, and it was just one pack replaced. (6) is happening now, but I started noticing oil dripping out of the throttle body around 90k. And lastly (9) happened only at like 20k. The fun of owning a GTI trumps these issues I think.

This man is reading the list of things I’ve fixed or replaced on my Passat. I have a tfsi so I didn’t replace a timing chain tensioner because it has a belt but everything else is accurate.

I have MKIV, MKVI and MKVII models in my driveway. Each with some shared issues and unique issues. I think your list is pretty spot on for potential problems and or expected repairs based on both mileage and known design issues. I'm at 140k and I am about to go in for my first walnut blast and turbo replacement. I bought the car new, keep it meticulously maintained and had all of the recalls/service advisements performed (timing belt tensioner, water pump, etc.) Yes, I am putting $3k into a car with 136k miles, but it is worth it to me as I enjoy driving the car and hope to get another 100k out of it. The only other major repair done was the valve gasket reseal which I did myself. I also rebuilt the vacuum pump and replaced all of the rings/gaskets on the upper timing cover while I was at it. $150 in parts...6 hours of my labor. No big deal. Again, solid review and anybody considering purchasing these cars would benefit from the checklist you provided. At the very least, great questions to ask the seller or to have you mechanic check for. Cheers!

Thanks for the super informative video! Looking at MK6 now and it's very helpful.

Very cool video and explanations, was looking at Buying a GTI and one mentioned problem with the EVAP Purge Valve, helps a lot to know what the problems might be

I liked the fact that you went straight to the point. Subbed

mine has 43k miles , so far had the water pump replaced because of the recall (had a cel on), ac has a leak and that's about it plan on changing the ignition coils myself also spark plugs at 60k miles. i keep the car maintained up to date and hope for few problems but who knows. i love driving it, its an amazing car, fun to drive too great video will keep in mind for all of those mentioned things 😬

I can dig it, very on piont because I've done everything he listed multiple times for my VW Dealership in MD

Awesome video. Amazingly informative

Very informative, good job

Fellow gti owners, especially in mk6, as he said. The timing chain for 2013 and earlier will probably go bad sooner rather than later. If you have 100k miles or less, and if your timing chain skips there is a 10 year or 100k mile extended warranty and you can get it fixed for free. I had my 2011 gti for 2 weeks and learned about this warranty and got it fixed for free. There's also one for the water pump. So if your car hasn't reached 10 years or 100k miles and either happens call your local dealership.

great video, thank you.

I am working on one at the shop it runs great no miss no boost leaks. We changed the purge valve already now its reading crankshaft pksitioning sensor

Good info my dude. Much appreciated.

Great video, full of important info, subbed 👍👊

Thank you for sharing these information 🙏

Thank you. Very much appreciated. You know your stuff

Very informative. Thanks for posting

Great video 👌

Just finding your channel by chance, I'm shopping for a MK6 for my younger brother, but a long time ago I remember watching your longboard videos!! I knew you looked familiar 😂

From a fellow MK6 GTI owner, this is an awesome vid! Subscribed! Your GTI is super clean! I also have a CW GTI that is way more used than yours is at nearly 168,000 miles. I have done many things on this list since the beginning of 2020 (spark plugs, ignition coils, PCV valve, timing chain and tensioner. It is a pain in the butt to own sometimes, but I love the driving experience I get out of this car. I plan on hanging on to mine for a long time.

Awesome video man 😎👏🏻

Looking into buying one soon, over 100k miles though. so this video is coming in handy when what to look for or over when getting this car !

Hi, I got a 112k kilometers mk6 Gti, It's my everyday car and it's a great car. I got some problems with it like intake manifold, some valves that needed to be replaced... But I still love my Gti and I hope that I can run another 112k with it! Greetings from Belgium

Was thinking bout getting one, but you made my mind. Very informative video. Thx fam

100% spot on. I experienced almost ALL of these symptoms 😢😢😢

In about 6 months I'm looking at buying one off my friend never own a European car so should be interesting he fixed most of the issues but the timing chain I'm abit concerned tho it has 180k on the clock so I'll keep an eye on that he's got a 09 model

Best video I've seen period.. 👏 👌

I bought new 2012 VW Golf GTI, have had a regular oil change, air intake manifold(warranty part) replaced at 59000km (6 year-old) and now at 99778km over 8 years. Now, EPC and engine light check flashing on dash board and the car engine shakes(fixing in progress). I think it's a reliable car to compare to any car in term years of use.

So true. Thanks for this.

One thing you forgot to mention is the headliner. Mine is sagging from the back and have yet to replace it. 😂

Great vid!

Hey bro thank you very much for this valuable information..

Good info!!! 👍

I dont have a GT1 but i have a beetle tutbo 2012 with the same engine and everythung you saud is correct. Just about every problem you mentioned occurred with my car as well. This is a good video

Thank you for this video, my diverter valve was broken.

Pretty good video , coming from Someone who has worked solely on VW at the dealership for 5+ years also Audi “similar vehicles in most cases like an A3/TT is basically a Jetta/golf/beetle...” and currently at an independent/performance VW/Audi shop totalling at 10+ years in the industry. The only thing to critique on that was said in this video is about the Evaporative Purge valve/solenoid . It looks rather easy(like 20 minutes tops to replace) however this part requires removal of the intake manifold to be changed in and out. You can replace this without removing the intake , I’ve done it myself , but also I have been doing this for a long time and have small tricks I’ve learned over the time. But as per the repair manual from Volkswagen themselves, if you were to follow it step by step you would have to remove you intake manifold completely to gain access the the underside of the manifold to be able to properly remove and replace the valve. This also would give you a time to clean your intake valves and what not. You also will have to reseal/rebuild your injectors whenever you remove said manifold from your engine , this is just how it is designed. That being said very good video and he is pretty spot on with all the repetitive and most common failures related to the power train of this engine and vehicle specifically. This info can also be used in many other VW/Audi sub-models rather than just the GTI

Great video mate thanks very much

Very good Info for new gti buyer. Have you official address this issues with VW directly, this can help to resolve the issue for the next generation gti

I bought a 2010 Audi A3 2.0t DSG Sportback about a month ago. I knew many of the quirks and have installed the following, Graf metal waterpunp, R8 coils, RS7 plugs, O2 sensors, PCV system, and changed the oil with Liqu-Moly, Dsg fluid with Petronas. I love these cars! Just do research and if these things are too much to handle pass.

Great video!

Thanks for the Video. ✌️✌️

Excellent video thanks :)

Great video thank you.

Ive been looking for a video like this

Wow! I drive a q50 with 184,000 miles and want a Golf R (new). Only problems I've had was the alternator @ 175,00 and a battery and now it drinks oil. I want a VW but can't find any long term high mileage reviews that's state the issues clearly. Thank you Great info!

Good content accurate and clear. Unlike those humble mechanic or dutsche auto videos

Legit video, thanks

Great tips. Thanks.

Good information 👍

Great vid thanks

Finally some new Volkswagen content! How’s your experience been with the MK6 GTI?

Thanks for this amazing info. I'm keeping my current Not-GTI Car😅

Also if coil pack or packs go out swap all 4 along with the sparks depending how long you’ve had the sparks for.

5 years with my mk6 and I’m finally getting rid of it. Literally had 7/10 problems on your list. Some of them multiple times. I’m god damn over it. Switching over to a CT200h. Goodbye GTi. Never again.

1. Not only tensioner, you should replace timing chain as well with newer version, which is about same as on Mk7. 2. Carbon build up is problem with almost all direct injected engines. And that is not problem on relatively low mileage cars, under 200.000kms (125.000miles). 3. Intake manifold doesn't broke every week, and it is not so expensive. I just turned 158.000kms without any problems. 4. Coil packs are also inexpensive, and it is not only problem on TSI engines. In 100k miles I just once has problem with one coil pack. To avoid coil pack issues, replace spark plugs every 30.000kms (20.000miles) 5. I have no problem with WG. Maybe on very high mileage cars. 6. I had no problems at all with PCV, but I am installed oil catch can, because PCV is prone to failure wich can cause rear main seal leak. 7. I had no problems at all with DV, even with stage 2 remap. This is common fault with BorgWarner KKK K03 turbos on Mk5, but my Euro GTI has IHI RHF5, which has little bit different DV. 8. I had no problems with waterpump. When it starts to leak, I would change it. It is little bit hard to change it. 9. EVAP valve once throw error code, I was cleared it, and no problems at all. 10. I have no problems with fuel pump control module, probably because I don't drive low on fuel. High current draw can lead to fuel pump modoule melt. 11. Rust is not a problem at all with Mk6. Sometimes you need to wash your car. 12. Clutch is prone to slipping on stage 2 remap, thats absolutely true. Overall I am very satisfied as owner, suprisingly low amount of issues. You are forgot to say that TSI engines like to drink some oil. That amount is about 1-2qts in 6000 miles, depending on driving style and engine shape. There is some cases that cars has serious oil consumption... 1l at 1000km. If your engine consume more than 1l at 2000km, you probably need to open your engine and replace pistons and rings before it damages cylinder liners. To avoid oil consumption increase, use best oil, change it on 5000miles and put only premium fuel with cleaning additives and your GTI will appreciate it.

I have gotten to 102k miles on my 2012 GTI with 0 mechanical issues. Radio went out for user error reasons but otherwise, it hasn't left me stranded. Even when I plowed it into a ditch. Pulled itself out and drove just fine.

I do enjoy my MK6 golf GTI but within the first 3 months of ownership I've had the shadow monza wheels refurbished which ended up being new centre caps and locking wheel nuts. The PCV valve changed, the intake manifold changed, the water pump changed and also the sump changed due to rot. The car has only done 69,000 miles. Now from this video I hear about the timing chain so I better check that aha. Time to hand my mechanic some more cash.

I have this car and I thought you were talking about all my problems I’ve had on mine. Haha

I am glad that I stumbled upon this video, I was thinking of getting a mk6/7 gti, but think I will stick to BMW now, perhaps a 130i.

If the timing chain jumps and the valves are hit by the pistons it does not mean you need a new cylinder head. It just means you need to get the head cleaned and the fitted with new intake valves with guides and seals plus obviously new timing chains and tensioners.

You should also mention the elctrical part failure like the air recirculation flap motor inside the left hand side glove box. And the fuel line rattle sound in cabin. That's the another two annoying noise issue i am currently facing expect the noise of n80 purge value. Ahah

very informative, thanks for sharing. does anyone know if these issues are prevalent on the mk6 Jetta GLI?

If I'd known of these issues, I may have bought a Ford st instead of my gti mk6. That said, so far, I've only had a low oil level warning indication.....so far. I enjoy driving my gti in town and a lot more on country roads. After watching your video, I'm inclined to driving the car far more kindly than I had in mind. Thanks for the upload.

I've been looking at one for 11k with 69k miles. Still deciding if I should go for it but this video definitely helped

Good to see the felt liner doesn't like to stay attached to the left of ur hood too haha

1. Coil packs getting loose. Replaced with R8 coils and NGK iridium BKR7EIX 2. Car did not start at times. The fuel control module and fuel pump replaced. 3. Water pump leaked and plastic flange cracked. Replaced pump. 4. Noticed slightly higher oil consumption and rougher idle with oil seepage on the engine. Replaced PCV assy. idle is smooth now. oil to be monitored. 5. A/c fan motor not working. Fan coils replaced. Now Fine. 6. suspensions starting to creak on r/h side over humps. bushes and suspension may require replacement 7. Getting ECS light at 2300 rpm on 6th gear. Suspect throttle body dirty or faulty solenoid. Car is stage 2 tuned and it could be a fault in tune. 8. Upgraded intercooler to Forge intercooler. power delivery is smoother now. 9. Foul smell in cabin with air-con on. Replaced cabin filter. The one with activated charcoal lasts longer and keeps the bad smell away longer.

I had my trunk latch mechanism go at 90k and then my driver door latch mechanism at 120k . coil packs at 125k .

Having owned one of these I have to say they are amazingly refined and comfortable for a sport compact but the engines have way too many major issues to be worth it. The only way these cars make sense is to have a very good warranty on them.

Frankly, nice job

Great vid thanks for that I would like to ask u i want to intsall blow off turbo is it save for the turbo

Pretty much all of this has happened to my GTI lol. Great video though!

Well, I've had mine for over 10 years and over 80,000 miles, and the only problems I have had have been a cracked manifold and a few water pumps, all of which VW paid for. When I had the manifold replaced, I had them clean out any carbon buildup, so that actually saved a few hundred bucks. The water pump is the most worrying issue, as I would not want to have that go in Death Valley. Each time VW swore that they now had a better pump, and so far, the 4th pump seems to be the charm (knock on wood). Other than that, nothing else (knocking on more wood). The car drives pretty much the same as when it was new, and the paint, except where it has a few nicks, looks brand new despite being parked outside for the past 5 years. Compared the the cars I grew up with in the 1960s and 70's, this car would have been considered a reliability wonder. BTW, I think part of the German car reliability problems lie with our crappy roads. These cars are developed and tested primarily for the German car market, where they drive on smooth well-maintained roads, while we drive ours on rutted paths. You can't tell me that all those jarring potholes aren't shaking a few bits loose.

mine , and probably lots too , The water pump failed due to a leak from the cover of the timing chain , the ruber located there failed and leaks oil ,that oil travels straight to the top of water pump damaging the plastic of the waterpump ,so if you ever fix that ensure there its no leaking before change it , if the oil remains will be happening again very soon ,,,,watch out for that too enjoy that car

Thank you so much greAt video I want to ask you if my dsg failed do you recommend to build it or buy used one and how to prevent the failure

Great video! Most things you mentioned are accurate failures! You missed the part about the stretching timing chains issue though. Something worth mentioning is that an oil catch can will greatly reduce the carbon buildup or changing the oil separator (pcv valve) about every 20,000 miles. I know it seems excessive but cheaper than a $1200 bill for carbon cleaning. Also, the water pump failures are usually caused by leaking timing cover gaskets, so be sure your not leaking oil from there of replacing the water pump will be for nothing. What happens is the oil leaks on top of the water pump, causing the rubber seal to expand and eventually blows out the sidewall of the pump housing. It sure sounds like there are a lot of areas where these cars have issues, but whoever told you a VW was reliable and dependable should be slapped!

I have put a downpipe and since then im getting check engine cell and its saying that i have leak... but still cant finde leak

My MK 6 is 08/13 built. So it should have the tensioner revised, right?

I had my golf mk6 2010 (non-GTI) since 2019. Issues that I had were failure of mechatronic (DSG), and water pump. Chain tensioner was replaced by a previous owner.

Hy, i need a little help. Recently i bought a 2010 mk6 gti 211 hp. When i raise my leg of the gas pedal theres a metalic sound, i would describe it like a chain grinding on a metal plate. My question is the tensioner gonna give up soon?

4:58 UPS man coming in with the cameo

I have dash lights coming off and on, sometimes it’s ABS sometimes it’s just check engine and airbag and or steering. What are the odds it’s a bad battery? I tested 100 charged on it but sometimes when I’m waiting in line at a drive thru or in traffic it just stops working such as no speedometer reading, gas gauge is all tweaked and when stepping on the gas it just revs up to 2k but doesn’t move. Would a abs module do this? Could this be a wiring problem? Please give insight of any kind please. Thanks!

Thanks

Just bought one with 174k on it. It’s a 2010 and this video is going to come to good use in the near future I hope 🤞

Thanks for amazing video, do you think that this car now for around 8k euros and 100k miles on clock is a good buy or i should avoid it?

Anyone know when the chain tensioner was updated? The GTi I’m looking at is a 2013 Mande July 2012

Hey, I have had my 2011 GTI 2 door Manual for almost a year now and it's been great. It has 210000km on it (I know) and the only problem I've had with it was a diverter valve failure which made me lose ALL my boost pressure, thankfully it was an easy fix. I'm currently saving up my money to get the timing tensioner replaced because I'm not skilled enough nor have the tools to do it myself, but overall this is the best car I've ever owned. Looking to getting it tuned along with the tensioner replacement to bump that performance up. Recently I have been hearing a very slight vacuum noise but I have no coolant or oil leaks so I'm not sure what to make of that. Little bit of rust underneath the door handles and my doors but it's covered under Volkswagen's extended corrosion Warranty.

Thanks for the video! I just bought a 2013 GTI driver's edition with 67000 miles on it. Looks great and a very clean carfax, and very well maintained. Drove it back home, car stopped wanting to go into gears. It hasn't been driven for quite a while before I bought it, so I thought the hydraulic system has some air. Bleeding the clutch didn't work, and so I'm towing it next week. I haven't driven it for more than 1 hour :( I guess I'm unlucky...

I have a 2010 MK6 GTI and the mileage is 36k km. There were some problem I would like to share with you guys that happen to mine so far. The ABS sensors on all four wheels, The fuel pump control module. One of the ignition coil pack but I change all 4 with new spark plugs. Apart from the mention there wasn’t really major problem with my GTI. I don’t really drive it often and most of the time it sits in my car park. I usually get to work by motorbike. Will be changing the gear transmission oil very soon.

I had a 2012 GTI that got totaled in a car accident, that i had an oil leak at the cam seal at about 50k miles and my fuel pump went out at 36k miles and leaking raw fuel from the fuel rail at about 70k miles. I was the original owner and bought it brand new.

I just got my 2009 gti let's see what happens first thing I noticed it was low on cooling . I may have to check the water pump

I have a code U1030, is that the intake manifold flap or manifold sensor related issue ? Input greatly appreciated.