VW 1K: 2.0T FSI Thermostat removal (part 2 of 2)

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VW 1K: 2.0T FSI Thermostat removal (part 2 of 2)

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Part 1 Alternator removal:
• VW 1K: 2.0T FSI Altern...
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@mickmcintosh4736 5 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate, video helped me a lot couldn't have done it without this. I made a donation to your paypal to thank you properly since you saved me a fair bit of time and money haha.

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you... very much appreciated!

@themechanic6117 5 жыл бұрын

I'm sure you're used to working on vw/audi but every time I see how much work it is to replace anything it looks like a pain in the butt. Great work as always.

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

That's why you never see me sit! =)

@jamieknights2038 3 жыл бұрын

Changed the thermostat on mine today....with help from this video and a load of advice of forums....make sure you have plenty of tools and time as this is an absolute bitch of a job!!!!temp now sits at 90 though instead of fluctuating like it was...Great video👍

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

Thank your sharing and thank you for watching!

@gmctech 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video my fellow Technician! Even a tech like myself with decades experience takes a quick peek at your vids to get a heads up of what I'm going to do. I did this yesterday on my old 2008 MKV 2.0T Jetta to rectify it's P2181 DTC and your video let me get it done start to bled and toasty warm in about an hour. It surely would have taken me longer had your detailed video not have been available!

@EXOVCDS 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to hear that one of my videos was of help... even more so coming from a fellow Tech! Thanks for watching!

@justjulian5866 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I changed my thermostat myself and had no problems. Legend.

@EXOVCDS 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

1st Boom!!! Going to the post office... will reply to comments once I'm back home!

@theblackmambaplague 5 жыл бұрын

Thomas EXOVCDS hahaha! Yeah boi

@JasonLambPage 5 жыл бұрын

Did this last summer. Parts guy said they charge 3hrs labor. It took me 5 or 6. Not a good time, but just be patient and take off a bunch of stuff, then put a bunch of stuff back!

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the DIY feedback! Send me your mailing address and I'll send you some of my channel stickers.

@jfree4513 5 жыл бұрын

Was able to do this on My A3 thanks to an old video of yours. I like this one better. I ended up cutting a notch in each one of those torx screws with a Dremel cutoff wheel. Used hex heads to replace as well. Your videos have been a huge help. Thanks.

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Cutting a notch in the head of those bolts is a good idea... thanks for sharing! Send me your mailing address and I'll send you some of my channel stickers! Thank you for watching!

@atubebuff 5 жыл бұрын

I did this on my wife's 2007 a couple of years ago. Definite PITA. I emailed you asking if you thought it was ok to start the engine w/o the alternator to check that nothing was leaking and there doesn't seem to be a problem but the flashing Check Engine made me shut it off shortly after I checked for leaks. Re-installing the Alt made it go away. Not sure why the computer would get upset like that.

@baxrok2. 4 жыл бұрын

And to think, I was gonna do this as a preventative measure while I was doing the timing belt. I decided not to. lol Thanks Thomas!

@EXOVCDS 4 жыл бұрын

Always leave some work for another day! =)

@maxdruciak2724 Жыл бұрын

Maaaan thats a lot of work. I'm shocked. I will leave my stuck open thermostat there forever.

@EXOVCDS Жыл бұрын

You don't trust yourself?

@maxdruciak2724 Жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDS thats a good point. I have to. Tomorrow i will do it. I already bought the part. Courage is the only thing missing now.

@petemay68fly 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video - I could not have tackled this job without your help - Thankyou.

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you... kind of you to say! Thank you for having watched!

@manh8smud1 5 жыл бұрын

By the way thank you for replying I just rechecked in fuses all three are good they have continuity I didn't mention that when I touch the brake pedal sounds like a loud electric motor kicks on

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Can your scan tool communicate with other modules? A regular OBD2 scan tool can not communicate with anything other than Engine computer.

@baxrok2. 5 жыл бұрын

Small tools for small places. 1/4" drive all the way. Thanks!

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

That WURTH ratchet is as cute as it is handy!

@jonathanp642 5 жыл бұрын

I know it seems like a lot of extra work but I take the manifold off. Plus it's a good chance to show customer dirty intake valves and recommend cleaning.

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Yup, there's always more than one way to do something.

@manh8smud1 5 жыл бұрын

I remember checking that fuse but I will check it again

@cosminprodan4405 5 жыл бұрын

Hi! You've helped me in the past with a problem on my audi 80. I have another problem now in the form of the rear fog light not working. Since the switch and the wires are ok i moved to the fuse box. The socket for the fog relay only has a metal connector. If i use a small wire to jump current in the fuse box from the horn relay socket to the fog relay socket the fog lamp works.

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

What year audi 80? I need to look at a wiring diagram. Front fog light OK? Send me pictures so that I can see what you are talking about (easier for me to understand). fkh161@fkh161.ca

@cosminprodan4405 5 жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDS i,ll try to take some pictures once i'm home.

@manh8smud1 5 жыл бұрын

I've been dreading checking electrical connection it's in a bad place but I do plan on doing it not sure I'm smart enough to know what I'm checking

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

First... corrosion of any of the wires / pins. Second... wire integrity point to point. Time consuming and you need a wiring diagram.

@Flash81_ 3 жыл бұрын

Pig of a job to do, been battling to get the top hose/clip off the thermostat for about 4 hours now (don't have proper clip pliers) and it's still not off!

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

Keep at it, you'll get it.

@SHELLIOS. 3 жыл бұрын

this is the best guide for this work 💪👍👍👍

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you and thank you for watching & taking the time to comment!

@SHELLIOS. 3 жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDS no problem. very happy bro

@ckcklay 2 жыл бұрын

Amigo. Muito obrigado pelo esclarecedor conteúdo. Com suas orientações consegui realizar a substituição da peça na garagem de casa. Isso só aconteceu devido ao vídeo muito bem detalhado. Reconheço o bom profissional que é e a vontade de fazer o bem as pessoas, pois conhecimento deve ser compartilhado. Muito obrigado e sucesso.

@ckcklay 2 жыл бұрын

Brasil

@EXOVCDS 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias por ver. el botón $ debajo de mi video está activo.

@mikef6706 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, The job went all but fine. The lower radiator hose, thermostat connection with the quick connect clip. There is a oring and plastic ring. What is the proper orientation/trick to get this back together? The oring and plastic ring came out of the hose.

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

Insert the o-ring and then insert the plastic ring (concave side of ring vacing out of the hose). That plastic ring should actually be fused to the inside of the flange... meaning that it broke loose. You can still use the flange / hose, but in the long run, you will need to replace it. To get a better idea how the ring is supposed to go into the flange... take the ring and slide it up the thermostat fitting. You will be able to see which way it sits correctly, then install it into the flange, so that it faces the thermostat fitting the same way.

@mikef6706 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You I got the plastic ring in the fitting. The old freezer the ring for 5 minutes. What a job....

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

@@mikef6706 Thanks for the update!

@charleslawrence1930 4 жыл бұрын

great video does not look easy at all...I have a private shop I go to I'm get this done on my 2012 vw eos

@EXOVCDS 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! Sometimes... I too want a shop to do the work for me! =)

@begilmezz 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video m8. I am planing to do that next weekend that will help me alot thanks.

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Let me know how it goes / went!

@backyardmec2348 2 жыл бұрын

I need help my car blows no heat and temp rises quick and still doesnt throw any heat straight up cold air like if the ac is on what exactly would that be cause idk if its the thermostate or waterpump or Auxiliary waterpump?

@EXOVCDS 2 жыл бұрын

Year, make, model, engine? If the engine has a belt driven water pump, it's probably a bad water pump or broken water pump belt (if the pump has its own belt). Could even be a broken balance shaft (engines with timing chain & balance shafts).

@backyardmec2348 2 жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDS its a 2008 vw jetta 2.0t 6 speed manual wolfsburg edition

@EXOVCDS 2 жыл бұрын

Which is it then... timing belt? Check your water pump impeller.

@jonahgroce1530 Жыл бұрын

thanks man! really appreciate the help

@EXOVCDS Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@manh8smud1 5 жыл бұрын

Yes sir there is ABS warning lights on but it's a Volkswagen haha okay jokes over I have abs sensors ordered and they should being in a couple days that's what I'm waiting on

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Sensors can be checked with an ohm meter... you may not even need them.

@PRAYIMAKET 2 жыл бұрын

my dad said that the car was overheating and almost caught fire what could be the problem? its also a vw fsi 2.0

@EXOVCDS 2 жыл бұрын

No way to know without seeing it / checking things. Overheating can not cause a fire... if hot coolant escaped, that could have caused steaming.

@PRAYIMAKET 2 жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDSyeah its kind of hard to see where the problem is. because its behind the engine. under the gearbox and theres the axles in way i cant see from the bottom. i dont think its the thermostat.

@PRAYIMAKET 2 жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDS so im guessing ill have to remove everything from the top would that be a big job

@dividingdan 2 жыл бұрын

thanks bro this vid was really helpful

@EXOVCDS 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@Bruvvvvlol Жыл бұрын

Gonna do this tomorrow 😎

@EXOVCDS Жыл бұрын

Let me know how it goes / went. Thank you for watching!

@enginehobbies9483 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, great video. Thumbs up!

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@ivanalvarado4872 4 жыл бұрын

So I just recently got a 2006 Jetta with this engine , I live in Canada so right now is cold af so that doesn’t help but the car doesn’t seem to warm up very much unless the car is driving and even driving seems a little under normal operating temp . But I have no warning lights what so ever ... I would assume thermostat would be the blame here ? Just seems like a lot of work and want a second opinion before I decide to do it lol . Car has 203,000km (126 miles )

@EXOVCDS 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, most likely thermostat. Temperature needle should go to the middle fairly quickly and stay there. If the needle drops when the vehicle is moving, that's another sign that the thermostat is opening too soon / staying open too long.

@manh8smud1 5 жыл бұрын

Do you have a video on a brake control module no communication . My actual car is a 2003 Volkswagen GTI 1.8 turbo

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Check the green fuses on top of the battery the far right one (driver side).

@manh8smud1 5 жыл бұрын

I am using an OBD 11 scan tool and will not communicate with the brakes

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Are any brake / ABS warning lights staying on in the dash? Are no abs communication fault codes stored in any of the other control modules? Check the communication wires at the module (the harness plug wires in general).

@manh8smud1 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah that's one of the hardest things to find on the internet or I'm just not looking right I figured I could use a wiring diagram

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

I can send you a wiring diagram if you need one... go to my about page and contact me.

@manh8smud1 5 жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDS are you talkin about on Facebook?

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

KZfaq about page... click on my icon and then go to the about page.

@CarsExposed 5 жыл бұрын

One of those jobs where access is 💩 😁... What was the symptoms with vehicle ? Cheers bud

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Low coolant temperature / cooling system performance malfunction fault code.

@dirtyyyyysouthh 5 жыл бұрын

Thomas EXOVCDS im getting that code rn but dont wanna do the work looks like a lot

@mikef6706 3 жыл бұрын

Update: I got access to thermostat but can’t get the smaller rigid pipe free that comes out of the front of the thermostat assembly. Any suggestions? Also I noted a temp sensor in thermostat assembly: what does that control? I replaced the sensor on the left side of the engine, I thought that one was the ECT dash sensor. Thank You

@mikef6706 3 жыл бұрын

I got the pipe removed. If you could just advised what the sensor in the thermostat housing is for? Also function of sensor left side of engine? Ref: ECT gauge or ...?? Thank You

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

Year, make, model, engine? Look similar to the one I removed (mine did not have a sensor).

@mikef6706 3 жыл бұрын

2008 Audi TT FWD 2.0L BPY Yes everything looked pretty similar. A sensor is located in the thermostat housing and a similar sensor in left side of engine in the hose assembly.

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

That sensor is probably for "monitoring" thermostat operation... the one at the side of the head is the main input for the ECM as well as for the dash.

@mikef6706 3 жыл бұрын

I’ hoping this is the reason of the ECM only reading 157-162*F while driving... Is it necessary to replace the o-ring for the small pipe coming out of the thermostat housing?

@valonkadrijaj7765 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video thomas

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@matthewlane6958 5 жыл бұрын

Hey what may cause a crank' immediate die off at idle and the odb not to be readable anymore on a ABA 2.0 Cabrio? Is it the immobilizer? How could that consider w the odb? Theres no aftermarket radio but I was in the dash fixing the blender doors.

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Remove the instrument cluster and make sure that the harness connectors / plugs are sitting correctly.

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

If that does not fix things, then you need to retrace everything that you did.

@matthewlane6958 5 жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDS Thanks for the info and suggestion. Fixed it..I pushed a ground on the odb circuit behind the upper center heater channel. ..cant belive it..doh!

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

@@matthewlane6958 Thanks for the update... good job troubleshooting / finding the problem.

@stuzman52 5 жыл бұрын

Now that thermostat housing is really buried in there. This does not look like a fun job! Don’t work too hard! 😀👍

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Almost as much fun as on your VR6 Jetta! =)

@stuzman52 5 жыл бұрын

Thomas EXOVCDS Haha! I was having so much fun with that car that I had to get rid of it months ago. 😜

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

LOL

@mikef6706 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, Audi TT 2.0L turbo I replaced the thermostat 10/2020. Today I noticed dipping under the car. I removed the belly pan, i still see dipping. Very difficult to see parts so I removed parts to gain access to the tstat area. Dripping stopped so I psi tested system no leaks noted. Would a water pump spill coolant to the area of the tstat or are we getting deeper to a head gasket. System seems to hold 13-15 psi ok. What might your thought be? Thank You

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

I have yet to come across head gasket failures on these 2.0T engines (obviously if a major overheating event took place, that's a different story) so I don't think that's the issue. Depending on what / where the leak is... pressure testing can actually help seal a leak. Temperature also plays a roll. Run the engine for a bit and then shut off. As the engine cools, it might start leaking enough for you to chase it. The water pump leaks at the front of the engine and should not leak towards the thermostat area. Water pump dripping will be from behind the crankshaft pulley. You might have to go back in fully to see if the thermostat is sealing correctly.

@mikef6706 3 жыл бұрын

I noticed a wet spot at the bottom of the thermostat housing. You can not reach into the area. Looking from the bottom up between oil pan an a/c comp bracket. Ahhh such a job and you can not even dry it off to confirm. I have the car half torn apart to access tstat area. I’m guessing no relocation kit is available for the tstat? I put a Mahle tstat on. Time to do it all over :( Thank You for the reply.

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

@@mikef6706 no relocation kit that i am aware of, sorry.

@mikef6706 3 жыл бұрын

I installed the new thermostat 2 1/2 months ago. I discovered the leak source. The o-ring that seals the thermostat against the block has a split half way thru it.

@EXOVCDS 3 жыл бұрын

@@mikef6706 Thank you for the update!

@Ridestereo765 2 жыл бұрын

Where's part 1 at?

@EXOVCDS 2 жыл бұрын

Link should be in the description... yup, I just checked. It's still there... and it works (you have to click on it).

@theblackmambaplague 5 жыл бұрын

Hahahah! This was a pain in the assssss

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

I always make it seem that way! =)

@theblackmambaplague 5 жыл бұрын

To the contrary my man, you make it seem like a slice, it was a pain when I did it.

@MrErikw26 5 жыл бұрын

Like almost everything on a VW or Audi product

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

I'm soooo glad that I / we don't get any major repairs on VW/Audi... on the other hand, I miss out on learning a lot. =(

@MrErikw26 5 жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDS if I was hourly paid, I honestly wouldn't mind at all, there are a few Audi and VW as well as BMW I really like, and would like to get more familiar with, but it doesn't pay to learn on flat rate lol

@fuckjewtube69 5 жыл бұрын

I've done this job a couple of times. I would rather pull an engine this job is not fun at all. There's one or 2 little bolts that hold down a bracket that's in the way. I don't put one or both of them back. Yeah I know.

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Those are the ones I replaced with hex head bolts. Will be easier to remove next time. =)

@CR15PY1 Жыл бұрын

What’s the crossover pipe?? I ordered the t stat but not no extra o ring for the crossover pipe

@EXOVCDS Жыл бұрын

6:47 #9 o-ring for this pipe. www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-volkswagen-audi-parts/hard-coolant-pipe/06f121065h/ Contact them to get an o-ring.

@CR15PY1 Жыл бұрын

thank you. Ecs had no idea. I was able to find it quick on google then before ordering I called local VW & picked it up yesterday for $2.52 lol

@CR15PY1 Жыл бұрын

Why was it necessary to remove the coolant temp sensor?? I changed the temp sensor on the flange 3 times last week diagnosing my engine code

@CR15PY1 Жыл бұрын

The New temp sensor wouldn’t kick on the ac so I put the old one back on and it worked. And also got a more accurate coolant temp reading . I guess it just needed cleaning . Now I got clear sign of sticking t stat

@w0lvez1 5 жыл бұрын

Engine block coolant drain plug are the bolts above the oil pan beside the crank pulley??

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Don't know... this is quicker (for me).

@w0lvez1 5 жыл бұрын

@Thomas EXOVCDS I need to remove old G12 and silicate build up on the engine block. The low coolant level only works when engine under operating temp?

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Service manual does not say anything about removing bolts at the block (for FSI or TFSI engines) to drain the system... thanks for letting me know. I will look for them the next chance I get.

@TheCowgirlNiamh 5 жыл бұрын

Oh that didn't look like fun! I bet even I'd struggle with my petite hands 😉

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

I think you'd have no trouble at all... just don't wear any bracelets! =)

@benpozo1315 4 жыл бұрын

Anyone how much a mechanic shop would charge for this job? I have a 2007 MK5 I live in New Jersey

@EXOVCDS 4 жыл бұрын

Use the following link to "zoom-in" on your area... to find a reputable shop that you can deal with. Contact one or more and ask them what they would charge. I'm in Canada... our rates & currency are different. Same with people across the USA... shop rates are different. Talk with someone in your area.

@benpozo1315 4 жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDS Hi I cant find the link

@EXOVCDS 4 жыл бұрын

@@benpozo1315 Sorry, I forgot to paste it: iatn.net/repair

@lloydhines6264 2 жыл бұрын

Where is thermostat washer place

@EXOVCDS 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know what thermostat washer is. The thermostat housing has a rubber o-ring that seals against the engine.

@EXOVCDS 2 жыл бұрын

Tell me more so that I can help.

@lloydhines6264 2 жыл бұрын

Thank u that’s the O ring I was inquiring about

@EXOVCDS 2 жыл бұрын

You need to tell me more... did you remove the whole thermostat housing like I did in the video? Yes / no? Pause the video at 11:26 The o-ring is on the housing at that part of the thermostat. The o-ring is part of the thermostat... you do not need a separate o-ring.

@youmakeitreal 5 жыл бұрын

A guess a turbo replacement video will be next???

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

Time will tell. =)

@SteveRobReviews 5 жыл бұрын

It's looks much harder than it really is or its a major PITA :)

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

That's what she said!

@mostlymoparih5682 5 жыл бұрын

@@EXOVCDS Kinda like when ya change the timing belt on a 4 cyl toyota you change the water pump while you are in there cause all the steps you are doing for the belt ya gotta do to change the pump. In Canada they call it the Steve Rob preventive maintenance program.

@mostlymoparih5682 5 жыл бұрын

Wait a minute ya got two2 water pumps? That's gonna throw the SteveRob PMP into a tizzie.

@mostlymoparih5682 5 жыл бұрын

Say do you have any women mechanics in your shop? I go into a chemical plant and in the maintenance shop there's a bathroom and while it has a door we never close it, well unless Anthony is in there and he does that as a warning for the rest of us. Well now there are some women engineers and safety instructors so we gotta close the door just in case they might walk by. Oh and I wonder if you would be allow to say mating surfaces and it not be call herassment. Herassment I can't leave the door open anymore.

@EXOVCDS 5 жыл бұрын

This one was only in for the thermostat... no need to sell the alternator, but yeah, I'm sure Steve would have probably replaced it so he wouldn't have to worry about it. LOL