Had the same issue, if you watch your vid closely you can actually see the flapper arm is actually moving in the bush/housing in the Turbo as well, this was the same issue I had. I was going to do the same thing you did, but i ended up machining out the old bush making a new one and modifing the actuator so it was adjustable (like older turbo actuators with a thread on the rod and threaded eyelet that fits onto the flapper). Anyway Great to see someone is actually repairing (err modifying) these turbos for such a simple issue rather then just replacing the whole thing.

He cracks me up. He's the realist KZfaqr out there. Especially mechanic.

I've seen something similar on youtube but the way you did it is better and it shows more exactly how to do it. Great video, i might need it someday.

Got the dreaded P0299 code and it was the same problem on my VW TSI engine. Had the shop replace the turbo. I’ve seen this fix before, but you show the mishaps while getting the gate to seal properly. Nice video, Nap.

This is better than the other video and perfectly shows how to do it. Great job.

Naptown, really appreciate your vids Bro... God bless you 🙏🏽

Naptown you are the freaking BEST!!!!!! LOVE YOU MANNN

Have seen many videos all saying hit that thing but you only showed the procedure thanks for this

nice i knew there was a way to fix it well done thanks for the video dude

Now we’re talkin. That’s the right way to get it done.

Amazing brother!

Good thing the B9s come with an adjustable actuator rod!

Love your vids! Got a p2293 on my simple reader and U111300, P008800, P125000 on a more advanced reader. The only thing I feel differently with the car is like 3gear att 2200-2400 on full gas it tens to not bog but like studder for like a milliseconds. Any idé why?

Cool. Step 1, remove the motor from the car to actually have room to do this!

Great vid!

my 2010 a4 has a misfire under boost only, it kind of jerks around 3k rpm. it had an underboost code that has since been cleared. i didnt know if maybe the pcv valve/oil separator could cause an underboost condition?

Finally, someone who talks less, not more.

Damn what a great informative video! Best one every to fix this turbo issue! Thank you for sharing brah ! How good is this fix if you nail it perfectly right ?

Got the dreaded code on my Quattro. Going K03 to K04. 😁

My 08 a4 spits oil out of the exhaust and scanned the computer after noticing lack of power had a p0299 underboost. Then code went away after driving some and came back later. Car makes some boost but I don’t think since i got the car it was ever making boost right. My turbo doesn’t sound as loud spooling up as other stock ones. I’m going to replace the pcv valve because of rough idle when opening oil fil cap. I’m just getting into turbo cars and this is my first one. I’m most likely going to replace the turbo with an oem one when the budget is right for me but this is more of a project daily and I’m trying to squeeze some more power out of this turbo before i replace it. Any Ideas?

You can just simply tweak the wastegate solenoid mount enough to get preload back on the flap. It can be done from the engine bay topside in about ten minutes.

Hi .do the exhaust studs push out .? Please if you can help broke 1 off 09 passat tfsi.thanks.

Now this is sweet!

Is there not a way to make the rod that moves the flap adjustable I'm new to any turbo vehicle just got a Audi mine is rattling

thank you teacher

Ditto loves and likes. Couldn't you bend the linkage?

Best video.

Passat 1.8t here. Under boost code. But the boost gauge shows it reaches 10psi, which is the factory upper limit. Is it possible to get 10psi with bad wastegate linkage?

I have the same thing on my VW Tiguan ! But can't get to it with the Motor in it , Same Code , Low Boost. Check light on , it will clear but comes right back on.

Where are you blowing air to make the wastegate activate?

wow thank you video

Great DIY fix... to get some more life out of it!

where to get the clip?

I kind of think he knows these engines left, right, upside down and backwards. 😆

I like it

Which City/State are you and shop located?

Could you do a video on turbo starting to fail or still drives me but on its way out the door in the near future? ( if there’s particular sounds associated with it )

I just take out the rod controller that push on the wastegate and get the 2 hole on it larger so i cam back it up and no more loose wastegate

I'm trying to get in contact with you, what's the best way?

Super hot! :) I will try this on my old turbo if my replacement one ever fails. Until then, the old one will live in my garage rafters.

Kindda cool

I see a solution but I'm curious : What would cause this problem actually? What would make that waste gate not to seal properly? Something is worn out, bent, what else?

Do you think it's possible to just move the cat back and do this with the engine in the car?

Will you please fix my k03

Can you create an overboost situation if you over bend it?

The sleeve on the flapped arm that goes thru the cast was moving around on my old turbo. making the flap move up and down making it not close. I fixed it by sticking a spring pin pressed into that hole after drilling it out a tiny bit. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fZxyaM-Ippynlac.html

Does this actually work ?

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I have one giving me problem Benz GLE 400

you think i can try this with mu cat off and turbo still on

Do we need to take down the engine to fix it?

Is it possible for ur turbo to leak oil

On my 2007 Passat P0299 was actually caused by a misfire because of a bad coil pack

First comment again, woohoo!

There actually a much better way to repair this. You can just by a new wastegate flapper kit provided the impeller cartridge and bearings are still good. Food for thought.. there is no need to replace the turbo. Just another money making scheme by greedy mechanics that prey on ignorant people. I rate if someone is mechanically inclined and have some tools, could put this repair off. Just my two cents! Not saying you are one of those greedy mechanics, love your videos!

YOZA

has anyone else attempted this and had success?