Audi TT Pcv System Walk Through

[@crikeymikey3691]

Yup, that PCV system really is the root of all evil when it comes to a Mk1 TT. I ended up replacing the whole thing at a cost of £280, rather than go down the catch can route. Great info, as always, Dom. :-)

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy as always, luckily mine wasn’t too bad so a couple of pipes and probably £60 I’ll be back up and running. So it’s worth checking and changing when possible. But it’s nice to fit and forget for sure. I often to forget / get lazy to regularly check oil and water. Emptying and cleaning a catch can will never happen haha

[@DodgyDave]

Petrol with Mayonnaise in it lol 😆 another great vid Dom 👍 UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Haha explain it how I see it 😂. Thanks buddy and good luck

[@michaeljenkins2265]

Hi, Just wondering what your thoughts are about removing the secondary air system thing I keep having fault codes because of mine, I've changed it once for a cheap Chinese ebay one it lasted a couple of months and the codes back again, if you think it's worth removing is there any chance you could do a video on it, Regards Mike

[@TheParrottBros]

It’s a tough one as everything had it’s uses. There is loads of info on how to remove it on tt forum.co.UK. I don’t have one on the bam I’m afraid so wouldn’t be able to show what’s involved. .

[@Trig0r]

My PCV needs doing, having the front end off of your car in the thumbnail put me off before I even started... UK

[@TheParrottBros]

haha thats the fun of doing multiple jobs at once i guess haha, pcv can be done from above for sure just easier to film and explain how i had it, would recommend taking inlet manifold off though saves so much time and less fiddly

[@Trig0r]

@@TheParrottBros Yeah but if I take the bumper off, there's the aliens to fix and while it's off I might as well fit a FMIC, so that's a dangerous path for 8 miles a day lol

[@Bomhilsnotcountries]

I'm just here for the "hey guys welcome to the parrot bros intro" lol

[@TheParrottBros]

Haha glad someone likes it 😂😂😂

[@frazzlefrog3577]

Very useful info there Dom as always, hope I don't have to replace mine looking how much dismantling you've done. 👍 UK

[@f4ddb]

Deleted my PCV for a catch can ages ago. The first empty of the can was a bit of a shock! Decided to delete it as the pipes were split (and I was removing all rubber in favour of silicone) and when I took off my twin intercoolers, I found 1L of oiley Mayo in each cooler 😲😲 UK 🤞

[@TheParrottBros]

That could also have been from a turbo failure in the past etc, the blue car I bought for parts had half a litre of oil sat in the cooler crossover pipe as the turbo was knackered. Often when people change the turbo they don’t clean the system out haha. I didn’t realise will it was too late and for a front full of oil 😂

[@myattribe]

Hi Dom.... Can't get any of the links to work!!... Need help with a list of PCV and coolant hoses . Rebuilding my 225 BAM and can't remember where all the hoses go!! 🤔 HELP!

[@beckykennerley3893]

Hi I need some advise i have an audi tt roadster 2006 , and have had a problem with the dash clocks, the fuel gauge is working the wrong way round, I have had them sent off for repairs but came back faulty fuel gauge , everything else works, I Think! They also had to recode the key as the car immobilised itself, do you think its worth getting a new key?

[@TheParrottBros]

It sounds more likely an issue with your clocks than your keys. Have you spoken to the place that did it and explained the issues?

[@beckykennerley3893]

@@TheParrottBros hi yes the car has been in the garage for 6months, the clocks were really bad, flickering on and off speedo etc not working, the garage had sent the clocks off to be repaired 3 times! Just had the car back now, the repair place said the clocks are working fine so it must be a fault with the car, the car wouldn't start at one point I had to disconnect the battery then re connect fir it to start, drove the car back home yesterday all been well , but the fuel gauge is saying its full but its empty

[@TheParrottBros]

@@beckykennerley3893 It could well be an issue with the sender in the tank, there is an easy way to see if this is the case, what does the screen say miles to empty is when the clocks gauge says half full ( when really empty)

[@terrywilliams775]

UK.Another triumphant explanation. Keep doing what you're doing. I have a catch can to install and thanks to you, I will be buying the Cloud9 metal elbow. I Keep spending money on my TT. Thanks 👍☺️

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy always nice to hear and yeah I’ve heard watching the channel can cause you out of wallet experiences 😂

[@stevesloan6775]

Question: Does taking all of the front end off, reduce the alignment/stiffness of the chassis rails? Essentially if you remove the engine/engine mounts/cross brace.

[@garethb7741]

Black manifold buddy? Haha 😄

[@TheParrottBros]

Painting my inlet manifold :)

[@theonlynafester]

Dude I have a 190bhp BVR and there is _nothing_ online about them.. what engine should I pretend to have when buying parts? No BVR on your site under PCV 😢

[@nickbogdanos2]

A video that we all expected! Congratulations Dom. Keep up the good work mate!

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks nick appreciate it 👍🏻 hope your well

[@samread707]

📹👌🏼. Uk

[@andrewturvey9269]

Thank you Dom, I now know what a PCV is after hearing so much about removing them. UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Yeah I try and educate people as often they are quick to remove stuff even though they don’t actually know what it is and what it does. Then when they have an issue are wondering why ☺️.

[@hydromaestro1298]

oil catch can all the way, this system returns blowby muk to the valves and head.... you rather not have that

[@ricomendez1954]

I absolutely love your videos! I appreciate how knowledgeable you are about Audi TT!! I have a couple questions if you don’t mind chatting.

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[@scratchinaround4104]

Another great video Dom! Because of this channel went out and bought a 225 and I'm loving it! I've just done the PCV delete for a Cloud9Customs Catch Can. As I was removing the old elbow, the housing grooves for the horseshoe clip snapped. Do you know if there are replacements out there, or will simply putting the clip be enough force? I have the brass billet elbow! Any help would be appreciated!

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks and sorry I’ve caused you to do something so crazy haha. When You say the housing grooves have snapped, want to drop me an email with a pic and I’ll see if I can help? Email address in description. Thanks

[@scratchinaround4104]

Will do, thank you 🙏

[@dydxeq0]

Thank you so much for the info. I can make a better decision with all the info you've provided.

[@ejtane4235]

Hey lads I'm from Ne Zealand... K.. I've given my Brembos calipers and rotors to a guy who has a much more powerful TT than I, and got the standards for my lil whipper snapper, now, my brake fluids drained, I need to know about bleeding them, it's an auto and have it parked on an uneven surface atm, could I block off at ends by calipers, and add old fluid to engage auto system to move to a flatter surface and use handbrake as I only took fronts off?

[@TheParrottBros]

If you cap off both front lines you can, i wouldnt go too far as its dangerous, try not to use the brake pedal too much and use the handbrake to slow if possible

[@benofthenorthuk]

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[@joshfenner18]

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[@davidpegler3540]

I guess the question is, how would I know whether my PCV system needs looking at or not? Are there any symptoms that should be giving me a headsup? UK.

[@TheParrottBros]

That’s the easy part; look for sweaty looking pipes, oil spray, grubby looking pipes, feel for splits etc. It looks clean and tidy and the car isn’t smoking then you have nothing to worry about

[@dimitrist3561]

Got the Cloude9 catch can, all bells and whistles included. I bet my mechanic is not looking forward to installing it, those pvc pipes look brittle af

[@TheParrottBros]

Yeah but no doubt will be happier that they don’t have to try and put them back on again but get to simplify the system

[@stuartwinstanley4949]

I have a catch can on my TT,it surprises me how quick the can fills up with nastyness,wouldn't like to think it was going back into the intake 🤯 uk

[@TheParrottBros]

What goes back into the intake is nothing like what goes into a catch can though. Due to the Pcv valve etc it’s only oily air, you don’t get the condensation as it never gets anywhere to cool down

[@Bangerboy985]

what about BEA everyone always forgets the BEA engine code :( us 2005ers are left behind

[@TheParrottBros]

It’s hard to cover them all I’m afraid, I’ve not had one so hard to comment I’m afraid

[@ShootingOutdoorsChannel]

Good reasoning of the PCV vs catch can... And some of the detail on the parts is good as well. If I had to point out an opportunity missed... I'd have said a bit more about symptoms... Fluctuating rpm at idle and fault lights etc. 👌UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Well spotted! Yea that’s a good shout, often it won’t trigger fault lights but will cause rough idle and smoking from both engine bay and possibly exhaust if blocked Pcv

[@dankzer2664]

Hey mate, have you ever considered creating a whatsapp or facebook group for your fanbase to chat and discuss things on, maybe even offer each other used TT parts?

[@TheParrottBros]

I have not no, the WhatsApp group idea is nice but I wouldn’t have the time to chat much as already very busy and spend too much time on it as it is 😂 and I’m admin in the 2 biggest tt pages on fb with nearly 20k members

[@EricFIT]

Very informative! Thanks for all your help man

[@myattribe]

Thanks found very informative. Think I want to change the whole PCV pipework does anyone do a 'kit'? ( just think easier to replace whole lot!) - Seen vid on here from American chap bought his from ECS Tuning

[@TheParrottBros]

Ive not come across a complete kit as such, some companys do a silicone pipe kit which is 3 hoses to replace most common failure items but no full kit as such

[@zacharytaylor4988]

This would have been helpful six months ago. Big ups though from the US, your videos are always awesome

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks man appreciate the comment

[@louisheath2791]

Cheers Dom! What else have you got planned while the front is off? UK

[@TheParrottBros]

My pleasure, so.... Pcv sort out Change coolant hoses Fix fan issue Phenolic spacer Fit shift tower Paint manifold Sort air con, Sure I’ve probably missed a few things

[@michaelhawk-fitz7563]

my zero experience self just changed my crankcase breather hoses/pcv stuff..I had a couple of the real replacement pieces but, ended up using an ebay silicone set..it was way too wide, had to cut off an inch from a couple pieces then it was workable..right until the last connection from PCV to manifold..my silicone hose end was twice as big as it should have been..my silicone tube opening is the size of a nickel and the one I took off was half the size of a dime..I just wrapped a bunch of duct take around the little protruding knob so the hose would fit better and clamped on that..I guess it works..better than the upper tube being in literally 2 pieces for several months.. for the amount of stress and procrastinating I put upon myself with these fixes, it ends up being disturbingly easy for a completely untrained person to complete the job with minimal tools..I don't know if I like that or not..

[@TheParrottBros]

This is the reason I make guides as most jobs are doable for most, they just need to see it’s not that bad and what’s involved etc. At least you managed to get it sorted one way or another haha. Yeah some times the silicone kits can be made for a variation of different models and don’t always fit 100%

[@pigeonguardgames507]

Thanks for another useful video Dom, will likely be replacing mine at some point soon. Yeah and a big thumbs up from me for Juicy details amazing products UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy and good luck for some more products then 👍🏻

[@colcroud7458]

Great video Dom’ saved this one for further viewing as a reference!!! Keep up the good work. Thanks Col’ UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks for the comment col Appreciate it and good luck

[@cynicaldad3731]

Another great helpful video Dom. That's more parts to build up in my shed :) UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Haha gotta love the shed jobs in the evenings with a beverage or two

[@joshuaball6115]

Can confirm the juicy details products are some of the best on the market 👍🏻 UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Haha they really are great, hard to find products you like to buy again these days. Juicy are right up the list 👌🏻

[@neilrigden8991]

Nice one Dom, did mine when had inlet and cam cover crackle blacked 😎, finally fitted the interior light and as expected worked perfectly. 👌. UK.

[@TheParrottBros]

Glad to hear it buddy, just painting my crackled black too haha

[@chrisrich155]

Hey Dom, love the videos mate have been a help on numerous jobs. By any chance have you removed the driveshaft to replace the center cv joint? Its the next job on my list.

[@TheParrottBros]

Thank you, have done in the past, not a horrendous job but just a bit long winded. Can undo the bolts and pull the shaft away from the cup in the transmission

[@matthewablett8154]

Great video! Recently removed mine for a Cloud 9 catch can kit 👌🏼 UK

[@TheParrottBros]

It’s a good little kit for sure

[@StatusRed19]

Any updated links please?

[@paulcousins7791]

Nom Nom Nom UK

[@TheParrottBros]

😂😂

[@garyfinch1025]

Thanks Dom. Looks like my catch cans days are numbered :-) UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Hope it’s been informative. That’s all my aim is, to educate so can make an informed decision. & good luck

[@jordanfarrar3564]

Looking to keep the pcv system but add a catch can also. Is this possible? Thanks. Great video.

[@TheParrottBros]

Its possible but pointless, they both do different jobs so would cause more issues than its worth

[@darrenthompson1562]

Another informative video for the tt brigade. Useful tips for my ongoing project. Thanks

[@TheParrottBros]

Haha thanks buddy appreciate the comment

[@grantyentis5507]

I'm just trying stop the bad smell from under the hood whenever the engine is running

[@TheParrottBros]

That is quite a common one, often it is the rocker gasket leaking oil Down onto the exhaust manifold which is what gives you that smoke/smell from the engine

[@kerriealexander3994]

Always useful videos, been working on my TT loads recently. UK

[@TheParrottBros]

That’s good as my goal is to get people more confident doing jobs on there cars 👌🏻 and good luck

[@strawbob1082]

A video that shows the pcv system fully removed. Great video, thanks. uk

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy, yeah thought it would be handy to see what’s in it, what goes where etc haha. Good luck

[@jnrsmooth]

Excellent video Dom lots of very very useful information Well done buddy ❤️ UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks frank appreciate it as always & good luck

[@jamesmarshallsay]

As expected another great information video Dom. Keep you the good work. UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks hames appreciate it and good luck

[@kevinpollard1550]

Nice car do you have any idea where i can get my haldez oil level checked on quattro system i cant find nowhere who can do it i live near guildford

[@TheParrottBros]

Bryn at bws tt was offering a haldex service for a reasonable price. If you have fb he is on there, If not let me know and I can share his contact info

[@dannypallister586]

UK best check my pvc system, thanks dom for the heads up!!

[@TheParrottBros]

My pleasure & good luck

[@philipdatlen1722]

Always informative and honest...keep up the good work dude! UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks Philip and good luck

[@leerose6257]

Much needed video. Ive kept the pcv system but added a catch can as well but it dont do much catching mind u it dont do much miles at them moment. Anychance off a video on the carbon canister please. Uk

[@jordanfarrar3564]

Hi, where did you fit the catch can ?as I was looking to keep the pcv system but add a catch can. Cheers.

[@leerose6257]

@@jordanfarrar3564 comes off the t on the side off the engine catch can is held on strut brace so runs to that then back down to the hockey puck

[@bobjarvis1787]

Enjoyed that, it’s the detail that I appreciate, if I have to go there too! Happy Easter😄

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy and happy chocolate egg day ☺️

[@louisheath2791]

Hey Dom ! There's at least one split hose I can see under the inlet mani so I'm planning to take it off and patch the main problems up. Hopefully all in a day- I can't be leaving the car in bits on the drive all week. Are there any parts you'd recommend getting in advance? At the moment my list is only a new inlet mani gasket, oil resistant pipe (19mm?) and jubilee clips

[@TheParrottBros]

It depends on what your panning on doing, are you going to run a catch can hence the 19mm pipe, all the original hoses differ in size. i would get a new elbow that comes out the crankcase, check if you need to replace your injector seals, some 3mm silicone vac line and some small jubilee clips as most of them use one use clips

[@louisheath2791]

@@TheParrottBros Thanks Dom, I'm not planning on installing a catch can- for similar reasons to you. Ah, I saw 19mm on the catch can kit and hoped it would be the same size everywhere. So I should get a range of sizes.. I'll also get a crankcase breather elbow and some 3mm vacuum line then. I have a bunch of jubilees already and have done the injector o-rings recently. 3mm is tiny - which part is this for?

[@TheParrottBros]

@@louisheath2791 3mm is vacuum line, for fpr etc. You will probably need to remove it then see what’s broken then go to local motor factors and get some joiners and new pipes as req

[@louisheath2791]

​@@TheParrottBros recommend any good parts shops in herts?

[@TheParrottBros]

@@louisheath2791 Apsley motor spares Hemel, or midnight motors Watford

[@julesmatthews2178]

I asked bryn about doing mine and he says it’s fine as it is 😎

[@TheParrottBros]

Happy days

[@benofthenorthuk]

Good explainer - I swapped mine out for the Catch Can setup (APX) - that gap is small on the BAM models, but on APX there's another set of lines in front of the elbow that make it a nightmare to get to 😂 I've noticed lately I have a fair bit of fresh oil over the front of my block - I worried that it might be the head gasket, however there's no smoke, car runs A OK and at normal temps - just a chunk of fresh oil over the block and fresh catch can piping. I've noticed there looks like a small pipe on the APX block behind the PCV elbow - could that, or anything else be to blame for the oil? I don't think it's the rocker cover as it all looks like it's happening below the intake manifold.

[@TheParrottBros]

Without looking it’s hard to say, if it’s definitely oil then could be the oil filter housing or the rocker, remember the air when driving can blow things different directions. Best thing is to clean it off and monitor it.

[@benofthenorthuk]

@@TheParrottBros Good advice, cheers!

[@TM-on4jl]

Another great video Dom.....Enjoyed the content.uk

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy and good luck

[@Wigglywoo07]

Another helpful video. Cheers. UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy and good luck

[@andyhiggins6164]

Thanks Dom! UK

[@ModelsInTheAttic]

Did mine today 🤣 hands are cut to shreds UK

[@TheParrottBros]

😂😂 much easier with mani off haha and good luck

[@Aldc_Is_For_Life]

Another awesome video pal!! UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy appreciate it and good luck

[@michaeljenkins2265]

👌great videos really helpful uk

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks and good luck

[@petesky007]

I'm not keen on aftermarket engine mods, I've seen too many cheap/nasty solutions which have caused more bother than anything they've saved. However, the PCV does look brittle even though it works. I'll look to put in new PCV bits in the coming years. Great video. UK

[@TheParrottBros]

I certainly agree with some things for sure. The Pcv system is pretty sturdy when new however when subjected to heat and oil over the years it softens the rubber up and makes the plastic very brittle

[@petesky007]

@@TheParrottBros Thanks for the comment. I'm considering re-doing the PCV but with the Cloud 9 metal 90-degree join. However, the fact it seems "short" is less than ideal. I've seen some people absolutely slate the catch-can approach and if I have doubts then I revert back to the Audi implementation - even thought sometimes it's not perfect (according to experts, not me!).

[@TheParrottBros]

@@petesky007 It is easy enough to overcome, I am just going to buy a small piece of 19 mm oil rubber line, and a small 19mm joiner. That will overcome the issue. You Can use a stock 90° bend, it will last 10 years without breaking I’m sure so nothing to worry about

[@Xappt]

Got a Problem that my variabel chain tensioner keeps producing fault codes. Replaced it along with a new chain and both camshafts. After that i ve found that my rodbearings where destroyed. Changed them as well and checked the clearance with plastigage. Still somethimes the vct lets me down with some fault codes.. Any suggestions?

[@christhompson996]

Great informative video again mate. 👍🏼 UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks mate and good luck

[@OldmangamerUK1971]

Great vid, cheers Dom. UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy and good luck

[@NoName-nh9mo]

Just bought a 2001 TT with the a MU motor. It looks like my oil is a tan brown color and it is a little bit thicker than normal oil. My coolant level isn’t dropping and my coolant reservoir has clean coolant in it. I’m fairly certain it’s not a coolant leak. I just today ordered the new PCV valve system kit. Hoping that is going to work by taking the moisture out of my oil. Has anyone had this problem?

[@TheParrottBros]

I would certainly start with the pcv system as super common for blocking, pipes splitting etc, that followed by an oil and filter then see where you are, cant say i know of too many common issues besides those

[@NoName-nh9mo]

@@TheParrottBros thanks for the advice. Today I changed my oil cooler, supposed to be a common issues on these cars. Causes the oil and coolant to mix together, so I replaced it for $40

[@notch4never206]

Damn just in time, I just started putting these stuff on my new engine and needed to know what they do, also you what you think about deleting all this stuff?

[@TheParrottBros]

Haha that’s lucky, like I say in the video it serves a purpose and when functioning correctly is good

[@notch4never206]

@@TheParrottBros alright cuz I don't want to make my engine and new turbo burn exsess oil lol

[@TheParrottBros]

@@notch4never206 Its entirely your call, deleting it is perfectly fine, its just something you will need to check occasionally and empty is all

[@audittrs2885]

Nice video i always wondered what the pcv system looks like. Now i know thx dom uk

[@TheParrottBros]

Not as complicated as you think is it haha. Thanks buddy and good luck

[@audittrs2885]

@The Parrott Bro’s lol I’m useless fixing cars easier to pay a good mechanic hhh

[@pr06ctr]

Hay buddy, loving the info. I'm currently looking to purchase a roadster. I want manual, would u recommend the 150bhp or not? UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Hey, so 150’s are perfectly fine, the roadster is heavier than the roadster I believe and if your looking to modify the engine it’s probably not the first choice. But if your looking for a nice fun drive, roof down and enjoy then it’s perfect

[@pr06ctr]

Just want a cheap summer toy to enjoy since covid has killed everything else. Cheers buddy keep up the content 👍

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks man and if you want me to look over any adverts etc feel free to forward them to my email. Address is video description.

[@pr06ctr]

@@TheParrottBros cheers buddy

[@scratchinaround4104]

Also, UK

[@michaelkhan3628]

Hi i know im late but my crankase breather pipe split where would you recommend me to get the parts from? Based in the UK

[@TheParrottBros]

If you want genuine parts speak to Coverdale car parts they should be able to source you everything you need, if you want to do a cheaply I would recommend getting the part numbers and then looking on something like auto doc

[@michaelkhan3628]

@@TheParrottBros Hi there thanks for your reply will give them a try. As its been giving me a headache finding the breather pipes for my car. People use silicone ones bought some non of em fit. So think its best getting the genuine one if i can.🙏

[@zzzysr]

Where is the small pcv valve located? There's the pancake valve and another small one. I'm looking for the small one.

[@TheParrottBros]

The small one is located in the rubber T piece just after the plastic elbow that comes out the crankcase

[@zzzysr]

Found it. Thank you so much. 🤟

[@cciaran]

Good food for thought. Thanks UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy and good luck

[@jasondixon5189]

Great video as always. UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks Jason & good luck

[@ozzy_trips]

Good work Dom. Thanks. UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks and good luck

[@Linford707]

Great video, how is this different for a V6? UK

[@TheParrottBros]

On the 3.2 they run a egr style pressure converter valve so the set up is quite different. But to be expected as non turbo

[@Linford707]

@@TheParrottBros many thanks

[@TinyGibbo]

Interesting video. UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks and Good luck

[@marccharley8675]

Great video dom 👌 uk 🇬🇧

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks and good luck

[@swagmandan]

Thank you so much brilliant

[@TheParrottBros]

You are very welcome glad its of help

[@festivalhunters]

great video, as is tradition

[@TheParrottBros]

Thank you

[@cab29]

Great video Dom! UK

[@TheParrottBros]

Thanks buddy and good luck