DSG DQ400, p2884. Replace or easy fix?

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DiagnoseDan

DiagnoseDan

5 ай бұрын

In this video we diagnose an Audi e-tron with a DSG DQ400 transmission problem. The faultcode stored is p2884 and VW/Audi tells us to replace the mechatronic. But do we need to or can we fix it?
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@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Check out my website ; www.diagnosedan.com For DDTSB visit DDTSB.COM For the Topdon tool used in the video: US:www.topdon.us/collections/pro... UK: www.diagnosticconnections.co.uk/ EU: eu.topdon.com/products/phoeni... ATR Remote Article: atrremote.com/news/vag-0dd-p2...
@808_mafia_
@808_mafia_ 5 ай бұрын
Why you are smelling like transmissions fluid havent you bathed🤣🤫
@BertGraef
@BertGraef 5 ай бұрын
German engineering has become ridiculous.Only Rube Goldberg would be impressed.
@Redtash1
@Redtash1 5 ай бұрын
What was the price difference from replacing the whole unit vs just replacing the valve?
@georgex7176
@georgex7176 5 ай бұрын
Thank you Dan. Was very helpful
@Flashbang_Photo
@Flashbang_Photo 4 ай бұрын
The topdon links don't load! Do you mind sending us the model?
@privateer0561
@privateer0561 5 ай бұрын
Lord, if only all repair shops were as able and honest as Diagnose Dan! It's amazing to me how our transportation system relies on a repair system that is so hit or miss and fraught with ineptitude. It really is a crapshoot to get your car "repaired" these days. It would be magnificent if Dan and others like him could create a school/system of schools to educate pupils on the fine art of diagnosis and repair as a university degree. Now THAT would be a guarantee of a good job anywhere on the planet, and society would benefit hugely.
@bleachinuri
@bleachinuri 5 ай бұрын
It would be nice if costumers we not so ignorant and didn't want free shit all the time
@gplusgplus2286
@gplusgplus2286 5 ай бұрын
Thats why I repair my cars myself. If I mess up it will be my f-up, not someone else's.
@chrisprobert6
@chrisprobert6 5 ай бұрын
No sweat guy!!! Two or so more generations, and it will all become clear to laymen...😅
@jochenstacker7448
@jochenstacker7448 5 ай бұрын
​@@bleachinurimaybe, but in this case it would be nice if Audi could offer an actual repair instead of saying "just throw the whole unit in there, sure it's only three grand and it's not my money". And that's why they're called Main Stealers.
@Hitman-ds1ei
@Hitman-ds1ei 5 ай бұрын
We have such a system of training in Australia for apprentices to become Tradesmen but that does not dictate aptitude nor competency nor does it dictate scruples or negate greedy/lazy practices in this industry. The individual desire to be better and do better is subjective and random, there are not enough competent and committed persons with high moral standards to go around it seems, the quick buck and the reluctance to admit fault or lack of knowledge sinks a lot of transactions between workshops and car owners, sadly the standard of business ethics and individuals ethics seems to be waning at the industries and owners lament.
@BruceBoschek
@BruceBoschek 5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Dan. This is really a scandal. The gasket is defective, the screen falls out, the solenoid becomes plugged and the manufacturer sells a part for €2k to correct the problem. Sounds like a solid basis for a date in court. Thanks for this very understandable and clear explanation of what happens. As always a win.
@f0x4nn3
@f0x4nn3 5 ай бұрын
Also a pretty NL problem, the importer here PON takes over the warranty from VW to get a higher margin (they also swap the conti tires with other brands like nexen). So some defects that are covered by VW Germany outside warranty won't be covered in NL, saw this with EGR and chain issues.The classic PON thing is also you are the "first" with this issue while half the lot is full of cars with the same issue.
@jimtaylor431
@jimtaylor431 5 ай бұрын
Agreed. This needs to be a recall, frankly.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
This might be the reason that VW and Audi are telling you to change the mechatronic and dont explain what goes wrong.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
​@@f0x4nn3we've never seen this before 🤣 sounds familiar
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
​@@jimtaylor431agreed
@transmissies
@transmissies 5 ай бұрын
We are happy to support you in this diagnose Dan!
@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage
@GerardBurkeBurkesGarage 5 ай бұрын
Nice work ATR 👏👏 A fantastic article that was shared
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks Sam👍👍
@blow0me
@blow0me 5 ай бұрын
Great work
@aceplaysgamesnetwork9566
@aceplaysgamesnetwork9566 Күн бұрын
Good job. I wish all repair shops had your ability and honesty.
@michaelsimms76
@michaelsimms76 5 ай бұрын
Typical dealer replace not repair great to see people like you that give us hope of repairing our own vehicles at a fraction of the cost, great video once again Dan looking forward to the next one.
@mrjamrocker7813
@mrjamrocker7813 5 ай бұрын
its a lability for a dealership to repair anything except under warranty and is recommend by the manufacturer
@frnkjones40
@frnkjones40 5 ай бұрын
@@mrjamrocker7813 And the poor customer gets screwed big time.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you
@elcheapo5302
@elcheapo5302 5 ай бұрын
You're more likely to run into Bigfoot than a hybrid owner that actually saved money over the long haul vs a standard ICE car. Nice work Dan!
@JeroenvanMontfort
@JeroenvanMontfort 5 ай бұрын
There are many hybrid owners that save money over the long haul. They drive Toyotas. 😉
@moestrei
@moestrei 5 ай бұрын
​@@JeroenvanMontfortI know a few Camry Hybrid owners which learned the hard way how expensive Hybrids become once the warranty runs out. Some now drive Teslas.
@JeroenvanMontfort
@JeroenvanMontfort 5 ай бұрын
@@moestrei lol really? I drive a Tesla myself and it has made me question my life's choices more than once. Especially now it's out of warranty...
@hoedenbesteller
@hoedenbesteller 5 ай бұрын
Unbelievable... the shitty build quality VAG keeps delivering.. You are the man Dan! Love how you fix it without throwing away half the engine.
@SerbanCMusca-ut8ny
@SerbanCMusca-ut8ny 5 ай бұрын
Gasket part reads "China".... That surely has nothing to do with the problem.
@f0x4nn3
@f0x4nn3 5 ай бұрын
TBH every modern car is pretty sensitive, issue i run in with VW is they actually not take care of their customers when shit happens. Timing chain has worn out at 50.000km and 3 year... sucks to be you here is the bill.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks!!!
@gertscheper9653
@gertscheper9653 5 ай бұрын
​@@SerbanCMusca-ut8nyindeed it has nothing to do with China, its up to VAG to do its quality control and no one else.
@johndoe-dw4wy
@johndoe-dw4wy 5 ай бұрын
​@@f0x4nn3interval for changing timing chains or belts, doesn't matter, it's relative to the type of driving that you do. So if you mostly drive in cities, with congested traffic, short trips, sporty style of driving, that interval drops. Many problems can be avoided by regular maintenance.
@HughShower
@HughShower 5 ай бұрын
I recently purchased a 2020 Skoda Octavia and heard enough horror stories about VAG DSG transmissions to make sure I bought one with a 6-speed manual box. Videos like this make me feel even better about my decision.
@rkan2
@rkan2 5 ай бұрын
Imagine if you could've got a plugin hybrid with a manual!
@Birdman_in_CLE
@Birdman_in_CLE 5 ай бұрын
The DSG is typically very reliable in the standard gasoline/petrol and diesel engines. The biggest failure in these are typically the owner who doesn't maintain it with scheduled fluid changes. However, you made a good choice with the 6-speed. The VAG manual is really nice and there are a ton of options to change the ratio of the gear shift if you want a shorter throw.
@notrut
@notrut 5 ай бұрын
Nah, I miss my Octavia 2.0 Petrol with 6 speed DSG ...
@egergeppontgepkolcsonzoesw6673
@egergeppontgepkolcsonzoesw6673 5 ай бұрын
You should bought a car with ZF 8HP transmission! Auto and no problems! I recently purchased a 2020 BMW with ZF 8HP box!
@f0x4nn3
@f0x4nn3 5 ай бұрын
Yes, but no, but yes. If you have a DSG especially with the dry clutches i recommend to let reprogram the DSG to shift at higher RPM. The low RPM it already shifts puts quite a lot of extra wear and tear on the clutches. Other then that it's for sure the most comfy automatic.
@calm4477
@calm4477 5 ай бұрын
@Diagnosedan it's hilarious that the filter screen designed to stop debris entering the solenoid is actually the culprit. I think Audi should be fixing this with a recall, clearly there is a manufacturing defect with that gasket from new, great work as always Dan 😊
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Agreed!
@actionman862
@actionman862 5 ай бұрын
Not a manufacturing defect but a design defect. K0 needs a bigger supply of oil, the extra force on the mesh flexes it to the point of fatigue failure. A larger orifice might be the answer.
@paulhutchins6019
@paulhutchins6019 5 ай бұрын
Dan. You have managed to yet again demistify a very complex set of vehicle systems and break it down into very understandable sections, with solid repair options that can save the customer a lot of money. I love the recap and then the suggestion of the much cheaper preventative gasket change to stop this problem before it starts.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Preventing is better than repairing😉
@psdaengr911
@psdaengr911 2 күн бұрын
Good explanation of a problem with a recommendation by a car repair man. The best problem is no problem and since the problem is intrinsic in the design the alternate way to prevent the problem is to replace the Audi hybrid with any vehicle that doesn't have that issue- perhaps one without a transmission.😁
@Czechbound
@Czechbound 5 ай бұрын
Fantastic ! What a waste to throw away such a complicatedly made piece of engineered metal when it could be repaired and reused. Enjoy the beers Sam and Dan !
@jeremyaustin9103
@jeremyaustin9103 5 ай бұрын
DSG has such a stellar reputation for reliability.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
🤣🤣
@colinfield97
@colinfield97 5 ай бұрын
Fantastic once again Dan. I audit VWG dealerships in Scotland and have referred technicians to your website many times. I hope you got a beer. Cheers
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you! Its appriciated
@darkiee69
@darkiee69 5 ай бұрын
Dan, I don't think the customer would mind paying for that case of beer since this fix saved them a lot of money. 😉
@JohnSmith-ug5ci
@JohnSmith-ug5ci 5 ай бұрын
That should be a recall issue at manufacturer expense. One thing you did not mention is how much is saved by repairing the unit instead of replacing the unit.
@Garth2011
@Garth2011 5 ай бұрын
On parts, $30 euros vs. $3,000
@leiflillandt1488
@leiflillandt1488 5 ай бұрын
​@@Garth2011The working hours are the same in both cases, aren't they?
@Garth2011
@Garth2011 5 ай бұрын
@@leiflillandt1488I'd say the repair had more time.
@Ozsmallbore
@Ozsmallbore 5 ай бұрын
@@leiflillandt1488 You would think a couple of extra hours on the repair would do it.
@AJB1
@AJB1 5 ай бұрын
@@Garth2011 more time and a bit more risk too. If a bit of the failed screen doesn't get cleaned out properly, it could scratch the new solenoid, etc.
@bobhudson6659
@bobhudson6659 5 ай бұрын
Outstanding. You explained what goes wrong, why, what to do to repair it and what NOT to do and why. That's the way to teach. Not many people do that. I am learning heaps about electronics also mechatronics, stuff that I shied away from. Well done. Supposedly retired 72 yr old mechanic/machinist in Land Down Under.
@guzziwheeler
@guzziwheeler 5 ай бұрын
Gidday mate! Shoutout from Germany. I love your country. Hope I will be back there some day.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your great comment, i'm coming down under 🇳🇿 in April at the AAAA in Melbourne
@actionman862
@actionman862 5 ай бұрын
Great video and fix.I will make an effort to come and say hello at the AAA show.Now retired after 40 years as a transmission shop owner in Melbourne.@@Diagnosedan
@sharg0
@sharg0 5 ай бұрын
This attitude from manufacturers is completely nuts. Cudos Dan for showing how to troubleshoot and how actual mechanics actually CAN repair things - not just swap out parts!
@felixalbion
@felixalbion 5 ай бұрын
It's how manufacturers make huge amounts of money on spare parts. Anything that goes wrong on a car these days is going to cost a fortune.
@random123name1
@random123name1 5 ай бұрын
Looking at the quality of work of most workshops I have seen, VAG might be correct to suggest to swap the part. There are are probably quite a few things you can do wrong repairing it yourself. Also who knows if the upgraded unit also solves other design flaws…
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great comment
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
​@@felixalbionthey make a lot more money on parts than on selling new cars
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
​@@random123name1less that can go wrong indeed.
@SJ-88
@SJ-88 5 ай бұрын
Somebody GET this man more SUBSCRIBERS...Spread the word make him a household name...😅 He has earned it...and then some! As for manufacturers who KNOW about issues like this and still don't do what is right...they should be prosecuted. But the law-makers are asleep at the wheel as always. Imagine if they passed a law that forces any manufacturer to provide a MINIMUM 10 YEAR WARANTY on their vehicles... how they would start making cars as good as they used to...or better...oh well, one can dream at least! Thank you Dan... yet again!
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your comment!
@wyattoneable
@wyattoneable 5 ай бұрын
My goodness. What a great team effort. Outstanding presentation Dan !
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks as always!!!!
@mrgrumpy5116
@mrgrumpy5116 5 ай бұрын
this has to rank amongst the best of your 'super-fixes' .. great job Dan
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks!!!👍👍
@poormansdiycorner
@poormansdiycorner 5 ай бұрын
Nothing is better than when transmission oil is creeping on your arm under the jacket sleeve into your armpit. Or maybe diesel is better LOL.
@letmejustdoit
@letmejustdoit 5 ай бұрын
Amazing info, Dan. I always learn so much with you. I love how you want to dig deeper and learn how and why a part fails, instead of just replacing the part. Thanks for your amazing videos.
@johntheoldmod
@johntheoldmod 5 ай бұрын
Audi ought to be paying for this .
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
They usually fail just outside the waranty period 😬
@chrispoole4413
@chrispoole4413 5 ай бұрын
FANTASTIC! Super diagnostics. Always fantastic to watch Dan.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much
@verajavi12
@verajavi12 5 ай бұрын
ATSG - transmission service provider needs this bulletin. ATSG also offers vacuum test plate testing with passs fail readings to further diagnose amount of wear.
@davefish4965
@davefish4965 5 ай бұрын
Absolutely brilliant ,i get more enjoyment from finding what things failed rather than replace and move on,thanks
@vinnyaudi912
@vinnyaudi912 5 ай бұрын
One if the best diagnosticians out there. Truly the G.O.A.T. I absolutely love the bloopers at the end too. 😅
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you!!!!
@ianbates1312
@ianbates1312 5 ай бұрын
The problem you have highlighted Dan should be accepted by the manufacturer as a recall. A relatively easy fix compared to replacing the whole unit at mega cost. The manufacturer needs to save face and accept that the issue falls well below their usual standards of engineering. Thanks Dan for highlighting the issue
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
In none of their documentation they say anything about the screen failing. Although they certainly know about this. I dont think this is a coincidence
@Danidasanic
@Danidasanic 5 ай бұрын
@@Diagnosedan Unfortunately they always choose to save money , they know this issue would be investigated if they mention what fails
@peterfitzpatrick7032
@peterfitzpatrick7032 5 ай бұрын
But its only a"fix" for another 60,000kms ??.... in my eyes thats not a fix and even a replacement Mechatronic unit is not solving what is in fact a design fault...🤔
@ianbates1312
@ianbates1312 5 ай бұрын
@@peterfitzpatrick7032 Dan said that the replacement Mechatronic unit was an upgraded unit by the manufacturer. Presumably the manufacturer has “removed” the initial problem highlighted by Dan. With this in mind possibly the transmission should have a “long and healthy life?” Fingers crossed for the owners of the vehicles
@blow0me
@blow0me 5 ай бұрын
@@ianbates1312 if they "removed" the problem, you would assume the new gasket would not have the screen at that location. But this new gasket did.
@jeffreydean1032
@jeffreydean1032 5 ай бұрын
Love how you can always make super complicated topics easy to understand. Top quality work
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
I'm always trying to keep it simple!! No need to complicate things😊
@petermc1743
@petermc1743 5 ай бұрын
Dan, your approach, knowledge and enthusiasm are humbling. Thank you.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@martinmller3593
@martinmller3593 5 ай бұрын
Awesome video. This will save a lot of time and money to many technicians.
@Cowboy_Ash
@Cowboy_Ash 5 ай бұрын
You’re one of the best technicians in the world, you should be very proud of what you do.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@slasher9883
@slasher9883 5 ай бұрын
Love how excited Dan gets when he figures out an issue (with some help in this case). It's clear he enjoys problem solving. This is exactly what you want from a technician. Keep the great videos coming Dan.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
I can't stand "not knowing" 😂
@octaviansorescu7427
@octaviansorescu7427 5 ай бұрын
We learn, learn and learn again!!! But the most beautiful feeling that Dan conveys to us is joy!!! The joy, success, success of the repair. It's very easy to say "it doesn't work", sometimes it's quite difficult to fix it. But, in the end, the joy is worth it! Good luck Dan!!! We look forward to the next "joy" you share with us!
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for your great and positive comment its really appreciated
@nicholaswatson3896
@nicholaswatson3896 5 ай бұрын
Second video I've watched this week where an oil screen had disintegrated and jammed a solenoid. Ivan from Pine hollow Auto Diagnostics had one on a VVT phaser. Great content as always Dan.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Was that also a Vw/Audi?
@peterstorm4195
@peterstorm4195 5 ай бұрын
I enjoyed your troubleshooting as usual. It is a lot cheaper to repair than to replace the whole thing. I call that a mechanic and not just a part replacement, a mechanic like in the old days. 💪
@felixalbion
@felixalbion 5 ай бұрын
Not sure how cheap it would be if you pay a garage to do it. The labour charges will still cost a fortune.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
In this case it certainly is
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
​@@felixalbionnot cheap but alot less expensive.
@robertpsotka3525
@robertpsotka3525 5 ай бұрын
Once Dan came out with a new video, I stopped what I was doing and watched it. Best technical channel on the internet
@johnmehaffey9953
@johnmehaffey9953 5 ай бұрын
Dan you are a maestro, super diagnosis and so easy to follow you talking us through the fault
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
😁😁😁😁👍👍👍👍👍
@martineztmt8523
@martineztmt8523 5 ай бұрын
Dan, thank you for your time and interest. You are as good to us here on KZbin as you are to the customers whose cars you repair. Even if we are not active in the automotive field, it is nice to see how certain technology works and how defects can be eliminated. Success 🇷🇴
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great comment!!!
@agoodneighborautorepair2176
@agoodneighborautorepair2176 5 ай бұрын
Amazing diagnostic,Sir you are an excellent teacher
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you
@KorsaA
@KorsaA 2 ай бұрын
Hi, I just found this channel and i was pleasantly surprised that someone actually was looking into this issue! VW is a pain in the ass to deal with regarding these kind of faults. There's a very common one where the car just doesn't take fuel in. I've got a Golf Mk7 GTE and it's the same answer.. "TPI says we need to replace the fuel tank" and it costs over 1K € to repair! However, i know that there's most likely an issue with the fuel canister (the carbon stuff saturates), and that should be a much cheaper repair. If you ever come across one of these, i'd be really interested in having the basis to fight this with them. Thanks!
@slypig24
@slypig24 4 ай бұрын
A great diagnostic and repair. Thanks for clear well edited episode.
@kendom33
@kendom33 5 ай бұрын
Great work Dan. A top class instructional video as usual. Thank you
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@TheDisgruntledMechanic
@TheDisgruntledMechanic 5 ай бұрын
way to go the extra kilometer to get to the bottom of this problem. great diag as always Dan!! love the videos that do deep dives into repairs that can also save $$$. hopefully some day we can do a diagnostic and share a beer TOGETHER!
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much Mike, i really hope we can do that one day!
@johnjohannemann1220
@johnjohannemann1220 5 ай бұрын
Good morning from the Jersey shore, USA 🇺🇸 our industry needs more of what you do Dan. Excellent presentation and diagnosis as always. Thank you for what you do but more importantly, thank you for what you share. Hope all is well
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your great comment!!! Its really appreciated
@mihaiionescu2898
@mihaiionescu2898 5 ай бұрын
Again, you are the master of the "rings" of diagnose. Much respect!
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
🤣🤣Thanks!
@thedannyboy64
@thedannyboy64 5 ай бұрын
Outstanding once again Dan, always explained perfectly 👍🏼👍🏼
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much
@paulhutchins6019
@paulhutchins6019 5 ай бұрын
Dan. You have yet again managed to diagnose and repair a very complex system in a step by step guide, with a recap as well. Such outstanding work as always, explained in such a way that makes it easy to both understand and follow. I love the tip of how to prevent this occurring in the first place. Dan definitely "does it again" Well done sir! 👌🏼
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks!!!
@steveguest8028
@steveguest8028 4 ай бұрын
Dan thats great information and a brilliant find 👍
@ericn3221
@ericn3221 5 ай бұрын
Dan is one hell of a great guy and mechanic! I would still be driving my S3 if I had Sam as my mechanic, but mechanics like this are a very rare find.
@richard.cohen51
@richard.cohen51 5 ай бұрын
Excellent job and your group of electronic genius's should be very proud at what they do. Thank you again
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you Richard!!!
@akdenyer
@akdenyer 5 ай бұрын
Thanks Dan. Great job again. Just tells me to never ever buy a hybrid. The extra mileage is not worth the hassle.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
In some countries the reason for buying Hybrid or electric is because there are huge tax benefits!!
@johndoe-dw4wy
@johndoe-dw4wy 5 ай бұрын
Not all hybrids are born equal. Think Toyota hybrid system. No gearbox, no turbo, no problem.
@htownblue11
@htownblue11 5 ай бұрын
Amazing diagnosis and tear down. In addition it shows the compounding effect of community knowledge and experience. Dan you are certainly a leader and influencer in your field of work. As usual….DIAGNOSE DAN FIX IT AGAIN!!! And man Audi loves cheap oil screens that break. Geez.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!!!
@damienmilas8337
@damienmilas8337 5 ай бұрын
I'm glad that there are technicians like you and sam thank you again for a great vlog from a old tech 👍🦘🇦🇺
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@andyoverall1951
@andyoverall1951 5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Dan, now it just needs someone to remanufacture that screen in a more robust way and you won't have to keep replacing it. I enjoy your videos and the fact that you provide an independent solution to manufacturers faults.
@Retirement_Life
@Retirement_Life 5 ай бұрын
What a great fix, but I doubt whether even an authorised VAG dealer would bother to go as far, but just replace the mechatronics unit as a whole. Shame, really… Good to see you providing the fix details, Dan and great to see the old fashioned method of pals payments is still going strong! Nice one, Dan! 👏👏👏
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
I guess its to "risky" and alot can go wrong😊
@The-truth-is-valuable.
@The-truth-is-valuable. 5 ай бұрын
Dan, what will the rest of us do without guys like you and others that share their hours of sweet and labour with us?
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
You'll figure it out yourself eventually it just takes more time😂
@RRSAutoempire
@RRSAutoempire 4 ай бұрын
Fantastic Video and outstanding presentation thank you Dan . I’m excited to face this problem when I get it in the shop next ! This proves that the dealer sometimes doesn’t always fix it .
@alanbutler487
@alanbutler487 5 ай бұрын
I love the way you explain stuff properly and simply, I'm not a mechanic but have been fixing cars and bikes for my self since I was a kid and it's great to have guys like you online to help folk like me develop new skills. thanks
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thats great to hear!
@GunnyWombat
@GunnyWombat 5 ай бұрын
So what is the cost differential in both financial and time, between replacing the whole unit as noted by Audi and going through the extra repair and parts steps to replace the solenoid?
@Kerleem
@Kerleem 5 ай бұрын
I had a few VWs back in the states with the DSG. Great transmission but it has the potential to be disastrous. And especially most people in the states don’t do the required transmission service since it’s expensive.
@Birdman_in_CLE
@Birdman_in_CLE 5 ай бұрын
You just nailed it. The owner is the worst part of a DSG. So the maintenance and it will last the life of the car and be able to be transplanted into another car. Don't do the maintenance and it is an expensive out of warranty repair.
@Kerleem
@Kerleem 5 ай бұрын
@@Birdman_in_CLE thanks! I just bought another VW back in Florida (video coming soon) and I avoided the DSG transmission for this very reason! Went with a 2.5L with the regular 6A
@guzziwheeler
@guzziwheeler 5 ай бұрын
"And especially most people in the states don’t do the required transmission service since it’s expensive". This is like not eating because it is expensive.
@Kerleem
@Kerleem 5 ай бұрын
@@guzziwheeler cars are appliances there. People generally don’t take great care of them. Especially when maintenance is expensive
@stevebot
@stevebot 2 ай бұрын
Rich irony when a part designed to protect other parts fails and destroys the part it is supposed to protect. Thank you for educating us and not accepting unit replacements as a solution when a smaller component will fix it.
@fletch3576
@fletch3576 5 ай бұрын
Perfect I get in from a hard days work and bang a diagnose dan video to watch....love your videos 👍👍
@stealthg35infiniti94
@stealthg35infiniti94 5 ай бұрын
Dan, Brilliant Fix! So many times the Manufacturers want to change expensive Modules instead of fixing the individual components. That situation is very similar to VVTI Selinoids that get gummed up with neglected oil changes. Sometimes you can clean them an no parts required. Was the oil contaminated in the megatronic to cause extra pressure to make the screen fail? Could it been prevented by changing that oil more often?
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
There is no contamination on the other screens. I suspect the screen fails because of pulsations in the oil when the solenoid is doing its thing
@frenchkey
@frenchkey 5 ай бұрын
is there a bulletin for owner to clean the garbage under the windscreen ?
@M1LAD81
@M1LAD81 5 ай бұрын
Fantastic information, Dan. I love the repair it than just replace it method and you really break it down in layman terms, easy for anyone to understand!
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
I like to keep it simple!
@robc5955
@robc5955 5 ай бұрын
Brilliant amazing diagnosis and repair as ever.
@hayatighetto3617
@hayatighetto3617 Ай бұрын
Where do i get The solenoid. The vw dont sell it?
@ivaneu1
@ivaneu1 5 ай бұрын
I really appreciate this video,full of share off good information. Thank you for your time.
@davidblack9460
@davidblack9460 5 ай бұрын
You're the man Dan. Wish we had more top notch techs like you join our trade; not just parts changers.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@whathasxgottodowithit3919.
@whathasxgottodowithit3919. 5 ай бұрын
Thats an amazing job Dan, i wish main dealers would fix these components , rather than just firing the parts canon. It is better for your wallet, and the environment too.
@dougjones9493
@dougjones9493 5 ай бұрын
On what way did an engineer feel it's ok to fill through the drain.
@EmilysDadd
@EmilysDadd 5 ай бұрын
my wife's Citroen is the same 🙄
@pilskadden
@pilskadden 5 ай бұрын
That is quite normal. An overflow tube is an easy way ensure correct oil level. Same on my Mercedes.
@kain0m
@kain0m 5 ай бұрын
Most manual transmissions and rear diffs are filled the same way. Fill until the oil overflows.
@EmilysDadd
@EmilysDadd 5 ай бұрын
@@kain0m Those that I have come across have a fill/level plug in the side ie you fill it to the level of the hole in the side of the gearbox or diff. That is different from the overflow tube in the bottom of this DSG g/box
@mikechiodetti4482
@mikechiodetti4482 5 ай бұрын
100,000 Kilometers or 62,500 Odometer Miles. Knowing this, like you I suggest making this part of Periodic Maintenance at every 50,000 Odomer Miles or 80,000 Kilometers. Plus with the fresh fluid change, your helping to extend the life of the unit. Your fluid change procedure is very similar to my 2020 Toyota RAV4 Non Hybrid with an 8 Speed automatic transmission. The Car Care Nut or TCCN has a procedure for changing the fluid in his You Tube Videos. Thank you for this video Dan!
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for leaving a comment its really appreciated
@billrimmer5596
@billrimmer5596 5 ай бұрын
This was a great vid as usual. For twenty years of my automotive career, I was Automatic transmissions only. That was 23 years ago. A lot has changed since then.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Hi Bill great to see you here in the comments again! Its appriciated 👍
@4BillC
@4BillC 5 ай бұрын
Now Audi is going to make it so you can't buy just the solenoid.
@planetpowersteerings3502
@planetpowersteerings3502 5 ай бұрын
First comment in 48 sec.
@lavina58
@lavina58 5 ай бұрын
Bravo 🙌👍😊
@Mind-your-own-beeswax
@Mind-your-own-beeswax 5 ай бұрын
🙄🙄🙄
@HughShower
@HughShower 5 ай бұрын
First dislike of your comment in 49 seconds.
@planetpowersteerings3502
@planetpowersteerings3502 5 ай бұрын
@@HughShower You are good 👍 And I really appreciate your hard work.
@JonnyJohn23
@JonnyJohn23 5 ай бұрын
These videos are gold! Thank you DiagnoseDan!
@poppops62
@poppops62 5 ай бұрын
I will never attempt this repair, but this was a very interesting and informative video from the master. The bloopers are an added bonus! 😂
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
😁👍
@jix177
@jix177 5 ай бұрын
Morale of the story: stay away from Audi. 😐
@Jason-zh7wo
@Jason-zh7wo 5 ай бұрын
Great job! nice to see the fix worked
@sitdox
@sitdox 5 ай бұрын
Excellent explanation as always Dan Keep up the good work
@devidjav3583
@devidjav3583 4 ай бұрын
Dan you are so knowledgeable abt diagnosis i wish i can one day be able to reach your level, respect bro and much love from kenya🇰🇪
@ZEROOOOOOOOOOOOOOO00
@ZEROOOOOOOOOOOOOOO00 5 ай бұрын
You (and Sam) are both geniuses. Great work Dan.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you
@Mind-your-own-beeswax
@Mind-your-own-beeswax 5 ай бұрын
Another great diag and fix Dan. Top job fella.
@kennedysgarage3281
@kennedysgarage3281 4 ай бұрын
Great repair video Dan, it is fantastic to see your input on an ongoing basis with DDTSB. A must for all garages 💪💪💪 All the best for 2024 from Kennedys garage KZbin channel 🎉🎉
@isalmankhan1
@isalmankhan1 5 ай бұрын
This is AWESOME👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 This video deserves a Million views, likes & shares👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 DiagnoseDan Fixed it Again👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Thanks for sharing BRO Stay Safe👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@victornwokoma9924
@victornwokoma9924 2 ай бұрын
I love you Dan, you made the repair simple, I keep learning from you
@danijelcar5184
@danijelcar5184 5 ай бұрын
Great job done again Dan!😎👍
@scottpollard3270
@scottpollard3270 5 ай бұрын
Amazing when reasoning men spend a little time and attention on a problem. Thank you Dan and friends.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great comment it's really appreciated
@nathanjamesprouse2769
@nathanjamesprouse2769 5 ай бұрын
Top quality information as all way , and merry Christmas to you and you’re family Dan 🎄
@nevets5891
@nevets5891 3 ай бұрын
Great video. If it was my own car, I'd be picking that wee bit out of the solenoid and chucking it back together.
@DarioMaia
@DarioMaia 5 ай бұрын
Great problem solving methodology Dan! It’s a joy watching your videos, thanks for sharing 😊
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much
@austyndrums1993
@austyndrums1993 5 ай бұрын
I appreciate this content. I hope I can help deliver new fixes for vehicles in my career. I want to know as much as possible. Thanks for what you do!
@robertanderson6850
@robertanderson6850 5 ай бұрын
Your video just proves that just replacing major parts is not the answer to so many problems. This was so educational and Dealerships need to learn these 'facts'. Thanks for your skills.
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great comment!!!
@thetraindriver01
@thetraindriver01 5 ай бұрын
Awesome fix Dan, thank you for sharing this in detail 😊👍👏
@Diagnosedan
@Diagnosedan 5 ай бұрын
Its a pleasure
@gottfilsake7933
@gottfilsake7933 5 ай бұрын
Excellent excellent job 👌 done !!! We just love it !!! Thank you so much for the great technical teaching Dan !!🤝
@garymaclean6903
@garymaclean6903 23 күн бұрын
Wonderful diagnosis, and lots of tips! Keep up the great work!
@GHOOGLEMALE
@GHOOGLEMALE 5 ай бұрын
Wow very clever and what a fix - Dan, you've done it again mate
@andrewseamaster
@andrewseamaster 5 ай бұрын
Fantastic work again! I would put a Q/C on the fill line so I don't have to fight the hose to remove the adaptor.
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