How to Take an Engine out of a Volkswagen

After our recent purchase of a MK7 Golf R with a blown up engine, it is now time to drop the engine to get ready for tear down! We decided it'd be fun to make a how to (DIY) video on dropping this engine! Most Volkswagen engines drop out the same way, so this video can be used for context for most VW / Audi Engines!
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[@kennorcott7074]

It’s really funny seeing non rust belt mechanics reacting to what rust belt mechanics think are clean underside pieces

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Yeah I’m a baby

[@300DBenz]

@@Deutscheautoparts Nah, a more fitting phrase is “Oh, you sweet summer child.”.

[@YourFavouriteComment]

For real, majority of parts you can still see the factory paint

[@tukudikapup]

Yeah… come to Minnesota…. With a couple cases of pb blaster and a 55 gallon drum of freeze off… then we’ll talk about rust. 😅

[@danielmoore9950]

@@tukudikapup Don't you mean Minn-uh-soh-ta?

[@Ousayo]

Does that mean the shop will offer a Paul uninstall option soon??

[@heffaazul]

The DAP Shop is awesome. I bought a oil extractor, filter, and oil. I'm never crawling underneath a car again to change oil.

[@dethklok21]

the best engine removal video on the internet..

[@AdiusOmega]

This is one of the engine removal videos of all time. Paul did this.

[@geogmz8277]

This is why I love German Engineering! The best engineering is nothing like having to disconnect 130 hoses and unscrew 512 bolts and nuts. This engine out was necessary because the engine isn't good, but most times, it is a rear main seal or some stupid plastic part that they put in the most impossible way to get it out. Love you VW/Audi please never change! ❤

[@jkody]

That's literally every modern car. It use to be worse. Ever take an engine out of a 107 (70's/80's MB SL)

[@JacesOwnWorld]

Incorrect in every point you tried to make lol. The same process is for every brand, and nowadays, every brand has a multitude of hoses and electrical connector to disconnect. I’ve done a lot of things on my MK7 GTI and never have had to remove the engine lol. It’s a fairly easy car to work on.

[@dddon513]

Yes, I've done a fair bit to my mk7. Clutch, rear main seal, intercooler, turbo swap and none of it was crazy hard. my old e46 bmw was easier.

[@shenyang2113]

It’s easy. All cars are the same. You just cry too much

[@Stratos1988]

Oh don't worry, there are plenty other cars that make life difficult. Not so long ago I had to lift and hang the engine and drop subframe at the same time to change oil pan gasket on 1999 renault with 1.6 non turbo in it. Droping the subframe includes unhooking engine wiring from it. Droping the pan, requires removing it's 20 bolts plus 4 extra that hold few unrelated parts. Cherry on top is putting it back together just to have transmission converter nut knocking on it coz it moved ever so slightly towards trany.

[@jkody]

I do this shit all day (Euro tech, specialize in VAG/BMW/LandRover)......why am I watching this? And remember, you're not taking the engine out of the car.....you're removing the car from the engine. Science! 🤪

[@trevlanes]

When I swapped the motor in my EmKay6 GTi, I pulled the AC compressor off the motor and left it with the body. I was able to keep the charge on the AC with the motor out. Also, for those of us not fortunate enough to have a lift, I pulled the front end off and took the motor out the front with subframe still in the car.

[@S1D3KlCK]

I would LOVE to see a Passat W8 project car on the channel!

[@Deutscheautoparts]

No

[@S1D3KlCK]

@@Deutscheautoparts 😭

[@jkody]

@@Deutscheautoparts This is the way.

[@rnldmanuel88]

​@@Deutscheautoparts😂😂😂😂

[@jimgolfr4mo142]

I took a mk7 golf R engine out by removing the front pulley and engine mount complete on that end and everything else but I un did the bell housing bolts moved the engine over and up and out. Left transmission complete in the car 😊 worked for me and back in again.

[@GremmieWhite]

Unironically best and most fun VW content on KZbin A lot of useful info I can later apply to my US imported 2015 1.8 tsi sportwagen shitbox Greetings from Ukraine! (yes it's not nice here currently but we're managing somehow)

[@rasklaat2]

Looks like a lot of hard work.

[@RPicard1963]

REALLY enjoy these videos. I wouldn't dream of attempting this, but I find this fascinating to watch. Cheers, folks!

[@ivanb3303]

Luv Ya Paul you just keep going always a joy to watch and hear your dead pan sense of humor

[@InboundG]

My mk6 Jetta decided to jump time the other day (it’s a 2.0 non turbo so it likely just needs valves) I probably won’t have to drop the engine but its nice being more familiar with the engine bay and what all the misc hoses and wires do/are for. Thank you sir!

[@colchronic]

Knock knock who's there Uncle Rodney

[@Got_Boost]

I hope I never need this video but it’s always good to watch just incase😅

[@evadeitzrick1443]

I love this channel I’m owning a golf R manual 2014 and this is the perfect video for me!

[@carbonclouds3689]

Perfect vid for a sunday morning, thanks Paul!

[@MyzteryMedia]

Paul’s humor is fucking unmatched 😅

[@Aleks_Mechanics]

Hello there! Have a great Weekend!🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@SaeSae-z4y]

this content is so good idk what to say

[@richardhunt1384]

7:37 I just remove the three bolts holding the cables to box and shift the whole lot out the way when I do clutches on these.

[@J-Rock-qn4jj]

Man I coulda used this video about 2 months ago! 😂 Awesome video!

[@thirdgeargrind]

Pro tip: you don't have to discharge the AC, you can unbolt the AC compressor and bungee it to where the washer fluid reservoir would be (remove it).

[@burb17]

Wish I had a lift. Went out the front of my S3. Don’t have to remove subframe or evac the AC. Left the compressor and condenser in the car. Disconnected the axles at the trans and left them in the car.

[@11TOMiX77]

Even with a lift, out the front is easier. Bumper comes off easily, getting the rad pack out after is also easy with someone to help lift. You can leave the exhaust where it is, the prop doesnt get in the way, the driveshafts like you say don't need to move much. Done it both ways and have a much easier time out the front and you're not going to damage the radiator.

[@098cpt]

my 26k miles mk7.5 R made this sound this weekend, what a freaking coincidence that you get this video out today ! Found fillings in the oil filter. This not look good for me. Tomorrow at the shop !

[@Marin-i1v]

thats crazy at 26k miles

[@rabbitenjoyer6320]

6MT or DSG?

[@JacesOwnWorld]

26k miles?? You need to start fixing your driving before you ruin your rebuilt engine too lol

[@MazwiZwane]

i doo it very differently. i begin by removing the top parts of the valve cover and the cover itself. loose then head, remove all thats connected to the head (water plumbing, chain or belt etc) take off the head, balance the bottom end with a jack or jack stands, unfasten the inner CV joints to free up the gear box, then i de couple the gearbox from the block, remove it, then finish off with the block, although still heavy but its ighter than a complete engine. get a few hands from buddies and we lift out the block and have a few celebratory beers after than. with limited tools and equiment i cannot even get the car up to drop the engine or hoist it out of the car. what i do is time consuming and more engaging but hey, what choice do i have. gets the job done too. now ofcorse i just summerized the steps but there's a hell of alot more to do in between of the steps i mentioned. i literally take it out in managable pieces. same steps when i put it back in after repairs or replacement. this is basically how to take out an engine with a one man show and with limited tools

[@qt5172]

12:44 is the most important and educational part of the video.

[@Stoparts]

Good job, bravo colleagues

[@PaddyBoy644]

2:26 who’s the new kid in the shop? 😂 Another great video thanks for the content! Cheers Pat🇦🇺

[@frankylezard719]

For the AC not always need to purge it , you removed the compressor from the engine and keep the system complete when changing the engine or repair

[@Deutscheautoparts]

True but depending on the car it could be really tough and I worry about people damaging parts in an effort to not evacuate the system.

[@frankylezard719]

@@Deutscheautoparts making 30 years as Volkswagen mechanic.. worth trying, almost all I save the need to refill the AC like this. For sure a Rusty car could start to leak if damaged or broken.. I like your channel and Charles too .

[@YoureWierdImN0t]

I can’t wait to try this on my Camaro

[@Wilbure]

Also of note is that in most places you can get an AC tech to come to you or can rent the AC machine and DIY. Really useful for if the car doesn't drive and you can't or don't want to trailer it somewhere. Its worth the small cost to avoid having to remove AC compressor from engine in the car and avoid breaking the law.

[@aygwm]

The law is only broken if there’s evidence…

[@senco981]

@@aygwm Dramatic rase in skin cancer from damaged ozone layer not enough?

[@vladmihai306]

very informative and very entertaining. you are a great presenter :))

[@ericb2726]

Hilarious and informative. Very well done

[@collaponce80]

I have a vw gti and I have taken the engine out with a cherry picker right out the top with out having to remove the whole front end of the car or even the transmission, all by myself. It just takes a little work and a little wanting to do the work

[@cliffday5765]

What model golf was it? Mk7 or?

[@collaponce80]

@@cliffday5765 Mk6

[@chrislambe400]

Take a shot every time Paul says deez nuts.

[@Simon-Jin]

quick connects: They quick connect but dont quick disconnect. Golden sentence of the day

[@Habe_Keinen]

Standard G12/G12+/G12++/G13 VAG coolant has that redish/pinkish colour ? Are you not using these in the US ?

[@EastDallasKicks]

Weird yesterday i was looking for a 2.5 mk5 engine removal and wa hoping yall had a vid now hours later you got a vid but the wrong one

[@myshots101]

They come out the same way as he mentioned. Maybe less crap on a 2.5

[@piti_rocks]

I never open the quick connectors on the radiator 😅 I always take the spring clamps off 🙃

[@Peter_Riis_DK]

9:02 - Is that because there isn't hair around it?

[@axe2grind244]

Sorry about this but my 24V VR6 just started pissing coolant over my garage. I put a little in and checked it later and its on the floor. This is a crack pipe issue I’m assuming?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Likely that or the thermostat housing but you should diagnose

[@axe2grind244]

@@Deutscheautoparts Thanks man. Sorry about the randomness of this lol.

[@fedemaster3749]

waiting for the option "Paul uninstalls it" on the website 😂 i'd love to let you fly oversea to work with me on my granny rusty beat up Nissan Micra, we'll invent some new swearings 😁

[@ridiculousness7477]

Awesome video Thank you

[@Will.k]

My tiguan 2010 Wolfsburg, 4 motion. Has the oul light that flashes after it gets hot. Most likely needs balance shaft seals. I have checked all the easy stuff without a teardown. I'm thinking mk 7 golf R swap. So if I do engine and dsg. I'll need ecm, tcm, most likely to keep it eas cluster that matches ecm. Any ideas?

[@TheWalterHWhite]

For the Fuse box cables, number them with a marker and snap a pic

[@machineinmotion3028]

Thank you for this.

[@rnldmanuel88]

Oh yes the joys of working on a vw

[@Shot_Kawla]

"Maybe you hate your children" 🤣🤣

[@SeaJayEm_32]

What’s the plan for this? 2.5 swap? 😬

[@ΦίλιπποςΣβουρώνος]

From 2012 VW group is using MQB platform.

[@prime1collector792]

Do you guys clean/detail engine bays at DAP Charlotte?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

No but these guys do dry ice cleaning in our area. They helped us with the FF Jetta we built. merrittmotorsco.com

[@prime1collector792]

@@Deutscheautoparts Thanks! I will be scheduling my timing chain and catch can upgrade service at DAP Charlotte for 09/19! Can’t wait!

[@gregzoller9003]

I can't fathom how many things are removed! Can't imagine remembering every bolt, connection, sensor, etc to reconnect putting the engine back in...

[@stevewandel9317]

Is it possible to unbolt the AC compressor and lines from the engine and sneak the engine out without disconnecting the lines? I've done this in the past on a Toyota

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Yes it likely is possible depending on the vehicle. There would be a concern that it he AC lines or condenser could get damaged in that process. I would rather pay someone to discharge then later charge the system, than to break a compressor, condenser or ac line.

[@DeViLsFaNo6]

Paul’s dry ass humor kills Me😂

[@gregprevite8548]

We need a Paul engine removal option on shop dap

[@serge5889]

4:47 alternatively you could mark them 1234

[@charleshines5700]

I can see placing the ECM in that cage if it was never going to be replaced but you never know when one will fail.

[@psnmadracer27]

Beta testing the Paul uninstall option? 👀

[@destroyer6470]

This is 88% identical to bmw x1 or x2, even the connection locations and styles. The x1 and x2 also use Haldex for awd so its VERY similar lol

[@livetogame5575]

Last time I took an engine out, I left the ac compressor with the body of the car, also works to not let the ac out

[@BigGreenGlizzy]

I love his humor😂

[@JimnyVR5]

My water pump and power steering pump (both new, name brand) broke after 20k miles, bearings dead, lots of play in the pulleys... any ideas? bad tensioner or something?

[@TheWillyjeff]

PAUL I need your help!! My 16' GLI has a real hard time going into reverse and after I force it in, it's hard getting into other gears. I put a stage 2 clutch in, so not sure if I did something wrong! Please help!!!

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Try adjusting your shifter if it’s happening in all gears

[@LJ_Dude]

Very nice. What music did you use right at the end there?

[@Ousayo]

Hologram - Falls (as per Shazam)

[@dimacantea4423]

Hey Paul!

[@ceeze9923]

I removed my VW R's engine and replaced it with a RS3 engine then turned it into a VW R 750.

[@YourFavouriteComment]

Don't they make security torx bits? Or was it faster to get the grinder?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Those are sheer bolts. They have not drive type and have to be removed as shown

[@YourFavouriteComment]

@@Deutscheautoparts indeed overkill, I agree

[@Tonybaggawalnuts]

What are those rims on the Sportwagen? Me likey.

[@pkt1213]

You would think as often as these things fail and have to be ripped out, VW would make it as simple as possible. As much as I hate having to put Audis in the service position, it does make it nice and easy to rip the front off. Really helps getting the failed Audi motor out too. 😀

[@Deutscheautoparts]

Engine failure on GEN 3 engines isn’t a very common problem.

[@Deutscheautoparts]

www.shopdap.com/blog/post/mk7-gti-golfr-common-problems.html Take a look here for MK7 common problems www.shopdap.com/blog/post/mk7-gti-golfr-common-problems.html

[@nutter4butter]

Paul stop making me laugh so hard my hemrroids are going to pop out even more

[@adamg3911]

Stupid question, but is this only way to get these parts is by getting them from a donor car?

[@Deutscheautoparts]

I mean we sell parts, but are you talking about getting the engine new ?

[@adamg3911]

@@Deutscheautoparts Everthing, including ECM, TCM, BCM, all wiring

[@RedOrcDestroyer]

A nightmare compared to a v8 swap!

[@tsrocks20]

looks like its time to source a rs3 engine for it now!

[@barrysauce]

DezNutz fallowed by striking that one big pipe 😂😂 Are those picks pretty good tools?

[@aimbrock]

Yes! Those and the hose plyers are really handy. Where in the video is the link?

[@Sargonarhes]

I live in the rust belt. I wash the underside of my Golf in the winter frequently. Not at the automated car wash places, you have to get out and use the high pressure water on that underside. Get that salt out of there.

[@Scottie.Barger]

I’m not here to judge 😂😂

[@BaconPersuasion]

I work 737 commercial aircraft I would love the opportunity to learn your work. Much of your work has similarities to mine.

[@andrewkuhn850]

holy smokes how many years ago was that 'flashing ecm' video of paul? 45 years ago??????

[@GPP1.8T20v]

THESE NUTS 😅 I WAS WAITING FOR THAT MEME😅

[@josipgranic9726]

I work at VW Dealership in Austria and this engine Is normally removed in 50min.

[@Tazudoki]

Hehe this reminds me of how I do most things. You do one thing and forget about another. Rinse and repeat.

[@danielkelly7009]

Dude thats a clean car 😂 i see way worse on newer cars in Ontario

[@danielmoore9950]

You should 1-up Charles by putting a 3.6 VR6 in it.

[@joka5684]

A simpler way is to unbolt the AC pump from the engine and leave it behind. No need to de gas the system.

[@BasedEMT1776]

Swear to God, Paul is my spirit animal when working on cars. I love having and owning modified cars, but I absolutely hate working on them. I do it, and I have skill at it...but God almighty do I hate it.

[@Fuakh]

Fully expected the clip of the guy removing his golf engine by reversing really fast while the engine is chained to a tree.

[@bokiNYC]

😂😂😂👍

[@HuckThis1971]

If ever I have to remove the engine from my alltrack, a 5 cylinder is going back in. Loved my urs4 for this reason.

[@rawhoneyjar]

Big WOW

[@Tocit0]

Greetings from Estonia! Here it doesn't count as a roasted, just normal tear and wear. Unfortunately this is thanks to winter and salt on roads.

[@Afraz_9n3]

Same in the UK this would be one of the least rusty cars on the road 😂😂

[@HANZELVANDERLAAY]

Engine restore may have fixed your compression issue...i doubt crank walk would have been fixed tho

[@JaredSVX]

I don't think I have ever heard the word "penetrate" used so many times in one video 😂

[@Blucifer-K]

The humor 🤣🤣

[@davidmckinlay555]

Great video. It looks like a dogs breakfast, I’m very impressed!

[@blackr3rider263]

Fast way is taking out the frontal too

[@themachine8009]

Where’s THM at?

[@christianpluguez]

this an episode on continuous "Thats what she said" moments...

[@ebutuoyYT]

There are DIY jobs and then there are YID jobs (You Instead Dude), this is definitely the later, unless you have a fully equipped workshop and assistance!