Audi A3 2004 Episode 4 - Timing belt and waterpump replacement 2.0 FSI VW Audi Skoda Seat

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In this episode of the Audi A3 project car we change the cambelt and waterpump on the 2.0 FSI non-turbo engine. This job can be completed in roughly 4-6 hours depending on tools and how quickly you get the engine mount bracket out.
You will need to drain the coolant for this job. Make sure you mark the cambelt properly and compare the new parts with the old parts.
Turn the engine over 4 times after fitting the new belt and tensioning it up. If all the markings on the pulleys and housing line up then you should have the same timing as before.
We got our Gates cambelt kit from eBay, I suggest you send the seller your VIN number. The white out marker I got from the local supermarket in the stationery section.
AXW EA113 engine
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[@MichaelKatide]

“Just persevere and it’ll come out...” Thanks for the encouragement!

[@nzjemountfort]

Thank you so much for mentioning it was an AXW engine in the description, I thought O no, my rollers & pulleys in my kit looks different (BLR motor), and then i realised the FSI round those years had 2-3 engines, similar but a very minor differences lol. Also great video on it, I always put it to TDC so i can find marks if all else turns to S##, but i think you had great workmanship and communication skills regardless, I know a lot of shops that don't put it to TDC.

[@LueysGarage]

Thanks, we are still learning but try our best to do the job properly. Yes its super confusing there are so many variations of this engine and for some reason a lot of parts are not interchangeable!

[@thekoleroy_at_varsity4103]

Have you checked/replaced your hpfp cam follwer , I have the same engine on my mk5 (2.0 fsi non- turbo ) BLR , I have heard that the cam follower wears out been trying to find if mine has the same setup

[@Bmills9942]

When I removed the engine mount bracket the engine dropped a bit. Do you need to support the engine prior to removal?

[@LueysGarage]

Yes apologies if that was not clear in the video, you need to support the engine by using a jack with a block of wood on the sump. Anytime you undo the engine mount you need to do this.

[@TheCoatneyadkins]

How did you mark the new belt with white out before you put it on? By counting the teeth between the marks on your old one?

[@LueysGarage]

Yes we did, no need to count teeth just put the 2 belts next to each other to make it match

[@GSXRI300]

why no locking tools and how to set the tensioner on these vids

[@LueysGarage]

There's no need to do any locking if you mark up the belt and pulleys properly. Best to put the engine into TDC before marking. Tensioner was just a matter of rotating it in the right direction and tightening it up from memory, its pretty easy to work out

[@MohauTau]

This is a non turbo engine right,?

[@LueysGarage]

That's correct, but I believe the process is very similar for the turbo

[@marck6833]

Hi! I hawe the same engine AXW. This is the first video when i heard wat engine code it is. I hawe a problem with a coolant leaking. On the right side of the engine its a pipe in a shape of a T. Its betwen that hose that its come from the inside and go thru radiator. Can you tell me whats the name of that part or how i can find it please? Thank you!

[@LueysGarage]

I don't have the car anymore sorry so can't help too much. Try looking for AXW coolant hose or 2.0 FSI coolant hose. Also it may just be the clamps are loose, Audi uses spring tension clamps instead of jubilee, a lot of the time if you just use a proper clamp you can sort out fluid leaks on these cars

[@marck6833]

@@LueysGarage thank you!

[@ArapuniWizard]

Great video. Easy to follow. I just bought the same car and don't need to do the belt for another couple of years maybe but good to see how to do it and with a commentary in an accent I can understand. By the way, how much was the belt kit? I've been browsing Ebay but couldn't seem to find the right one. Do you have a part no. by any chance? Cheers!

[@LueysGarage]

Glad you're enjoying the video and best of luck when you have to do it yourself. It is totally doable as a DIY job if you follow the steps. The eBay item was this one, but send your VIN number to the seller to confirm its the right part! www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283244241868

[@ArapuniWizard]

@@LueysGarage Hi, I've just seen your reply. I've found a similar kit with all the pulleys, idlers etc. Did the Gates waterpump look good quality?

[@LueysGarage]

@@ArapuniWizard yeah Gates is very good quality, Repco also has their products but just not the cam belt kit for a lot of euro cars

[@ArapuniWizard]

@@LueysGarage I managed to get a genuine VW/Audi cambelt kit with pulleys and tensioner, and also a genuine waterpump, for the total of $220NZ including shipping from Ebay. Repco wanted $700+ for a Gates kit like you used. :)

[@LueysGarage]

@@ArapuniWizard Ah that's a good price! Yes we got ours from eBay as well....can't believe how expensive parts are in NZ!

[@markharper6902]

How do you line up the camshaft and crankshaft pulleys if the belt was broken?

[@LueysGarage]

You would need to use the timing marks on the pulleys. There's probably a guide somewhere online for doing that

[@Michaelduxfield]

Bro mean detailed vid. Id mark cam & belt and just cable tie gear stop it oving. Shot guys

[@LueysGarage]

Yeah good idea, there's definitely a few ways to do it, the important thing is to keep the timing consistent after installing the new belt

[@thekoleroy_at_varsity4103]

Have you replaced the hpfp cam follower on this engine?

[@LueysGarage]

Nope sold the car about a year ago now, the engine was really good

[@zacbull4408]

I need to replace a camshaft sensor in my a3 would you know the location I can’t seem to find anything on doctor google, cheers

[@LueysGarage]

Not sure about that sorry, suggest you contact your local independent Audi service centre with your VIN and they should be willing to help out. Our one in Auckland is Qualitat and they have been really helpful

[@vidmantasr5]

Hello, I know this is a little off-topic, but at 3:00 your wrench touches 2 tubes... Know what they for by any chance ?

[@LueysGarage]

Not too sure sorry, I haven't got the car anymore and we didn't do anything with those 2 hoses

[@vidmantasr5]

​@@LueysGarage Thanks for reply, and a quick one. Well that's a bummer, I've also tried: www.audiownersclub.com/forums/topic/18217-audi-a3-8p-engine-bay/ but it doesn't look like anyone knows :D

[@vidmantasr5]

@@LueysGarage Does by any chance noticed strange rattle in them ? not like rattle, but wiggle and quite intensive when engine is running.

[@LueysGarage]

@@vidmantasr5 it does ring a bell but I honestly can't remember accurately sorry, its been too long

[@vidmantasr5]

@@LueysGarage it might be shaking off the engine, thing is, that rpm not too stable, and my cam tensioner failed, that will be replaced by tomorrow. Cheers

[@mack3levin886]

When removing the engine mount bracket no engine support is necessary?

[@LueysGarage]

Sorry I didn't make it explicitly clear in the video, you need to have a jack with a block of wood supporting the sump so the engine doesn't drop. You can see it in the background but I forgot to mention that step

[@mack3levin886]

@@LueysGarage Right on man I really appreciate your videos and the quick reply. I finished up the oil filter housing a few weeks back then the water pump went. So both of your videos have been great starting points. Thank you, and best of luck in the future.

[@jib984]

i just saved like 2500$ on this mf thanks car project .P.S fuck audi

[@iLuvSekuwa]

Hi, would you know if this is same step for Audi a3 8v 2014 2.0TDI? Thank yu

[@LueysGarage]

I don't think it will be exactly the same but the concept is the same for every car really...