How to replace the turbo charger, tail pipe smoking, bad trubo. Audi A4 - VOTD

[@jakesburnoutgarage6527]

I watched this once, and then when my turbo came i just watched a step, paused, watched the next step, paused, and about 3 hours later I had the turbo out. I feel like it took me so long because A: it was 29 degrees and my fingers were freezing. And B: I discovered alot more bad hoses along the way than the audi you fixed so I was careful to document and make notes of what went where since I had to track down hose parts and knew I wouldnt be putting it back together any time soon. But man this video was easy to understand and walked me perfectly through the process. Thank you sir!

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome. Glad it helped.

[@jerrygonzales3180]

Really that quick huh I got everything I need to replace the parts on it what tools do I need any special tools???

[@jakesburnoutgarage6527]

There is a list of tools at the first part of the video. I grabbed all the tools listed and it worked perfect for me.

[@jerrygonzales3180]

@@jakesburnoutgarage6527 awesome I'ma look for it thank u I need this soon bad right now !!?!

[@Only1Canoly]

Not sure what it was about this video but I love that you just did the install and brought us along for the ride, learning as you went along. Felt really relatable and easy to understand, definitely using this video in the future!

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@whoknows3357]

Alway enjoy your DIY videos robert. I started watching when I had an volvo 850 turbo. Now I have 1997 Audi A4. It has 300K and the motor and turbo are rock solid. It was given to me 5 years ago and i have spent $3000 in DIY parts over 5 years $50 a month average. Was well taken care of and runs like a brand new car. One of the few parts i hadn't changed was that coolant hose that you did last before pulling the turbo. The 97's have a hose clamp on the engine, that 10mm bracket bolt, and the turbo banjo connection is a 19mm bolt. All the other vlog instruction I found made it appear as if I had to remove the turbo to replace it. You saved me a lot of work because as usual you very clearly show the parts, and I knew where to look because of your video. Thanks man. I'm a subscriber, and you videos always get a like from me. I haven't seen one yet that I haven't appreciated. btw- one tool that has been a lifesaver for me that I used inthe 19mm bolt is the Husky 100-position (locking flex head ratchet). 100-position ratchets are a must have.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for sharing. I need to look into that tool.

[@THECaptainPanic]

Thank you for this guide. I've got more than enough tools to do this, but I thought I would have to pull the front end. You;ve just saved me a lot of time for when I do mine here soon.

[@RobertDIY]

+THECaptainPanic Good deal, thanks for watching.

[@MainelyCannabis]

To get the studs out, you can use two of the nuts. Thread them both on the stud, then tighten the two nuts together, then use the lower nut to unscrew the stud. The nuts pinch together and will let you take off the stud. Great video though! Cheers

[@RobertDIY]

Yes but that is pretty time consuming.

[@Mayjah_flexx]

I’m going to attempt to replace my turbo tomorrow and I’m going to use this video as a guide💪🏾

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@jerrygonzales3180]

How'd it go is it easy roughly??? I need to do mine SOOON!!

[@jerrygonzales3180]

@@RobertDIY is there any special tools I need to change it

[@bradstreeter6789]

Ty very much for making this video I got it pretty well out myself except I didn't see the oil return line. Love watching your videos. Your videos even helped me out back in my old Volvo 850 days too. Keep up the good work.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@byronarriola4304]

I narrowed my lack of power, random smoke smell in engine compartment, oil wet spot near the turbo intercooler just before the engine's intake manifold and most importantly that missing turbo hissing sound you get when accelerating. I figured my turbo was the culprit, I have a 2000 VW Passat 1.8T but I'll be dammed if it ain't the same dog gone set up if not the same parts that were on that Audi. Well anyway your video came in very handy to concur my suspicion and wanted to say thanks and also thanks for the technical tips!

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@j-kane5922]

Very detailed and informative, after watching this video I did mine the very next morning... helped me out a lot, thanks!

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@TheSwollenArmy]

What was wrong with yours?

[@FuuLLSpeeD]

Bless you brother. I really need to take some off time in order to replace mine. Real easy now that I can watch your video.

[@RobertDIY]

very true.

[@SuperRamon77777]

Salem Oregon, 2000 A6 Quattro 2.7T, my cabin smells of oil and gas, in front of the vehicle in the bottom one hose in each side THERE'S oil in each hose, I've seen several videos and yours is the closest SO I'M GOING TO TRY WORKING ON TURBOS... THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEOS AND I WILL KEEP IN TOUCH 🤟⚽✌️

[@RobertDIY]

thanks for watching.

[@oldmustang-1969]

Your video helped a lot .I found it easier to remove oil and coolant lines from the engine then put them on new turbo . Also my friend when it comes to removing studs just double nut them and tighten together the studs come out undamaged

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Marcin-nd1zh]

Now that's what I've been looking for. Greetings from Poland :)

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@stevefarrell505]

Thanks Robert this really helped out. Do expect to buy a few hose clamps and replace some hoses, in my case the line from the turbo to the N75 valve had been rubbing against something and almost wore through, 4" long 5mm on one end and 6mm on the other, silicone. I could only get it from the dealer for $50! also the coolant supply line was swollen and soft after 120k, so did that as well. Things get hot down there!

[@RobertDIY]

yes they do.

[@derdiedas7581]

Great Video! Thank for that guide, looking forward to do mine in the winter months. Greetings from Germany!

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching

[@unclegeorge6175]

My hat is off to you. That job was a mess but with perseverance, you completed. Hope the car started just fine.

[@RobertDIY]

+George Mezines it did.

[@arthurstevens7447]

Many blessings upon you Sir Robert! keep on Keeping on!

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@zx8401ztv]

Well done robert, that was a bloody pain in the butt!!. I would have ran away sceaming with my hands in the air lol :-). Thats not what i would call fun, hope he appreciated your hard work.

[@RobertDIY]

zx8401ztv No he did not.

[@RobertDIY]

Yea, he'll get his reward. Some people's kids.

[@geeeeeee3]

Great Video. How long do you estimate it would take to replace a 2008 A4 2.0 Audi turbo for an average guy? Thanks

[@mds2465]

You should also add a bucket full of patience to your tools list for this job LOL

[@RobertDIY]

Michael Sackstein The air box removal was a mess.

[@greasegun4966]

Patience: The hallmark of a great Tech. Enthusiasm is another.

[@RobertDIY]

True.

[@greasegun4966]

If "They" can build it, surely you can repair it. (Yes, I did call you Shirley again) It's not rocket science. It's fun.

[@pamelaparker4143]

you are a true blessing,robert

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching.

[@GLOCKTOR642]

Great video. Tip on the studs the nuts i had for em broke but m10 1.5 nuts from a hardware store worked beautifully.

[@RobertDIY]

Cool

[@mds2465]

Not only are those cars over engineered but they have vacuum hoses in some of the most inaccessible places on the car as you have seen. So what most guys do on those is they'll replace all the hoses at once since they all go bad with age. I would've replaced those studs also because they will break at some point, so you may wanna let the owner know about that if he plans on keeping the car. The timing belt & water pump is an even bigger job on this car because the whole front end of the car has to come apart to access it including the bumper

[@mds2465]

So yeah like you said he may just wanna sell it while it's running

[@RobertDIY]

Michael Sackstein I hope he as gotten rid of it. LOL

[@greasegun4966]

Michael Sackstein What? You developing an aversion to hard work? It's fun! Tear that sucker apart! Whee!

[@greasegun4966]

Michael Sackstein I fear that you are succumbing to a serious case of Scottyitis. Can be fatal to your checkbook. Well, we can always pray.

[@mds2465]

I guess I am LOL

[@donc6545]

Awesome work. You have inspired me to do more of my own repair work.

[@RobertDIY]

Cool, thanks for watching.

[@Gregsees]

Whats the name of the Harbor Freight tool that is "a must"? I must have it, although I have already completed this job. It is definitely a 3.5 out of 5 difficulty.

[@attocoulomb]

It is called 5 Pc Metric S-Type Obstruction Wrench Set, $15.99 for set of 5 www.harborfreight.com/5-piece-metric-s-type-wrench-set-99699.html

[@ChiCub83]

@@attocoulomb used this tonight. I had watched your vid a while back and picked the tool up for when I got to it. Thank you for saving me hours!! It was perfect for the bottom!!!

[@dhimitri1238]

Hey thanks for video ! i have one question ? I have a 2 mm oil syringe when I bought the turbine how can i use it ??

[@RobertDIY]

You should prime the oil system before you start the car. Disable the fuel system and crank the engine until the low oil pressure light goes out on the dash.

[@RobertDIY]

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[@dhimitri1238]

@@RobertDIY thank you very much

[@danniiliasoff2732]

Great Videos. The play in the New turbo is normal. It will go away with oil pressure 😉

[@RobertDIY]

Huh?

[@danniiliasoff2732]

@@RobertDIY the play in the New turbo is normal. It will go away with oil pressure wenn the engine is running. You speak about it in your Video

[@RobertDIY]

Oh, thanks.

[@cmar8147]

That busted “air pump” hose. Where can I find those at?

[@RobertDIY]

Dealer, junkyard, eBay, etc.

[@kevinpinckney6253]

Hello Robert, I just bought a used turbo for my 2001 passat and is about to attempt at installing it myself. When you did this, did you have to put oil in the turbo first or no?

[@RobertDIY]

No. You should disable the fuel and crank the car until the low oil pressure light goes out to prime the oil system which would include the turbo.

[@mark.r8900]

Hi, my automatic 2007 audi a4 2.0L turbo has some acceleration issues. From a stop the rpm goes up to 4000 rpm before it changes gear from 2nd to 3rd. The rpm just goes high but car is very slow. It struggles going up a slight incline. I have code P0016 and P0459. The car starts and idles fine. Runs good at high speed on highway. Can this be a bad turbo, transmission or timing? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

[@RobertDIY]

What are the codes for?

[@williamcowhig4495]

Thanks great video and very informative as I have to change my turbo as getting a lot of blue smoke and been advised its the seals on my turbo so it has given me some ideas but only thing is mine is a toyota lucida japenese import but I am going to have a go as I am not a mechanic but I have did a few things so the turbo is going to be my biggest project to date thanks again

[@RobertDIY]

+william cowhig hope all goes well.

[@mybigfitgreekalexk6192]

Are there any type of washers necessary for the oil line under the coolant one, it is leaking and causing massive white smoke out of exhaust when i start the car

[@RobertDIY]

Yes

[@mybigfitgreekalexk6192]

Robert DIY and also is it possible for oil to have leaked into the exhaust and now it just needs to burn off? No leaks now, thanks

[@RobertDIY]

Yep. Will probably take 500 miles of driving to burn off.

[@hoggyovhebn]

I have an Audi a5 2.0 tfsi which is burning oil, audi has already replaced the pistons and con rods etc, but i'm still getting blue smoke and when i check the plugs only cylinder 3 has oil on the plug??? audi is now telling me its the tubo and its £1860 to replace will the turbo cause it to burn in only one cylinder????? keeping in mind it was cylinder 3 burning excessive oil before they changed all pistons

[@RobertDIY]

+robert hogg No. Is the oil level dropping? Are you having to add before 800km? It could be fuel from that cylinder running rich. Like a bad injector that is not closing.

[@hoggyovhebn]

+Robert DIY hi yes the oil is dropping, I'm using 1 litre every 750 miles

[@RobertDIY]

+robert hogg Where is it dripping from?

[@hoggyovhebn]

unknown, it doesnt smoke on start up but once the engine is up to temperature it smokes only when i pull away from a junction etc after staying still for a few mins

[@gordondowis5925]

Turbo leaking OIL into the cylinder's will put OIL into ALL of them, NOT ONE. Check the VALVE GUIDES if piston and ring's have been replaced. #1 question first: What is the compression ???? 120-150#'s and ring's are sealing, any that are 15% lower have a issue with the valves or ring's. Do a second compression teat after adding a small amount of oil into the cylinder that is low, if it comes up, the oil has sealed the ring's and you have bad rings, if NOT, the oil went out the leaking valves and seats. Oil will seal ring's but not a bad valve.

[@TheSwollenArmy]

I have a 2007 Audi A4 Quattro 2.0 that is releasing white smoke when it reaches 2000 rpm.. I was wondering if this turbo you replaced fixed the problem and if so, where did he order the new turbo from?

[@RobertDIY]

Yes.

[@WaxedClassics]

Thanks for this guide. You helped me out a lot. :) Cheers mate.

[@RobertDIY]

+WaxedClassics Thanks for watching.

[@lawrencehenry1326]

Don't give up, it's only a machine. I've changed turbos on big trucks I have owned. 3 cummins, 1 3406a model caterpillar and 2 8V92T detroit. But these cars look pretty hard to get to. I better not need a turbo for my 2016 vw Tiguan for a few years. Anyway I like to learn new things about the cars I own. Happy motoring and wrenching.

[@Ninety676]

Hi where upu getting oil pressure low warming?

[@RobertDIY]

Nope.

[@JoseGonzalez-re7ct]

hello Robert I recently changed the turbo on my 2001 passat it was smoking real bad. Now I started up an it sounds fine but once it goes on high rpms it starts to tick. I seen other videos where it was the cam tensioner. my question is do you think it is the cam tensioner or is it my oil pump not having enough pressure?

[@RobertDIY]

+Jose Gonzalez Do you have any codes or lights?

[@JoseGonzalez-re7ct]

+Robert DIY Yes my check engine is on i got 4 codes p0300 p0304 and p0030 p0135

[@RobertDIY]

Not sure, maybe someone else will chime in and help. The P0300 and P0304 are misfire codes. - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZiamnmvqd2ZsLM

[@JoseGonzalez-re7ct]

+Robert DIY yea I was reading it might be the pcv valve im going to change it over the weekend ill keep you posted on the results. thanks for the help really appreciated it

[@JoseGonzalez-re7ct]

+Robert DIY hey Robert do you know if a MAF reading of 0.4 at 799 rpms is normal?

[@buddhasvlogs1838]

Do you know how to install a turbo on a 2002 Audi A4 3.0 liter which is naturally aspirated?

[@MrReeseisawesome]

Im pretty sure naturally aspirated means it doesnt have a turbo

[@buddhasvlogs1838]

+Reese Imel you can install a turbo in a naturally aspirated car. I just don't know how on my Audi a4

[@MrReeseisawesome]

+Jayden Castro IG:goin_to_steal_yo_gurl Oooh I thought you meant replacing, you might have to get a fabbed manifold if you wanna add one

[@MrReeseisawesome]

+Jayden Castro IG:goin_to_steal_yo_gurl or just a fabbed pipe to add to it

[@RobertDIY]

It would be easier to simply get a car that is already turbo charged. That way you have less issues. Sell the NA and purchase a TURBO.

[@tbs1533]

Do you have to pull the engine to replace a turbo on these? I have an opportunity to buy a 2001 A6 very clean in and out for $600 but needs new turbo. Is it worth it you think?

[@RobertDIY]

+Kevin LaBrie I doubt it. Depends on what else it needs.

[@mauriceellis4511]

not worth it your problem has just started audi B5 is the worse use car to buy.

[@brittanyLnaugle]

Great video! Thank you so much!

[@RobertDIY]

+Brittany Naugle you are welcome.

[@joshuaa12091]

dude next time when you do studs just put 2 nuts on and tighten the top on on the bottom and turn the bottom bolt to put the studs out correctly. sorry great video minus that no need for a pipe wrench lol

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for the tip.

[@Soulmeetshaqq]

ur a freakin genius i love u

[@benio5000able]

Thx. Nice tutorial.

[@RobertDIY]

You're welcome!

[@gordondowis5925]

ALL turbo internal rotating assembly's when not under operation , the fin's shaft assembly will have play until oil pressure from the engine oil pump fill's the shaft bearing centering them. ALL of them that's why they have a oil pressure line from the pump going to them. Use stud remover's and the stud's won't break. ASE certified and Factory trained for over 25 year's.

[@RobertDIY]

Huh? Oil is in them even when they are not running.

[@gordondowis5925]

When they are not running there will be up and down shaft play as oil pressurized the bearing's they center and are very stable, when you take one off, check and see if "marks" are seen inside the housings that BOTH halves, the fan assembly goes into when assembling the 3 parts of a turbo, If marks are present the bearing are worn out and replace "the center rotating assembly" as long as the housings are NOT damaged.

[@gordondowis5925]

NO OIL is present to the bearing when the engines off due to the engine OIL PUMP is not working when the engine is off. DUH??

[@RobertDIY]

Come on man, ALL of the oil doesn't drain off, DUH!!! How are you going to check for shaft play when the engine is running? Sure there is a difference between a static turbo that is in good condition and one that is bad. How else can you check the turbo with it in place? You don't pull a turbo just to check it for serviceability. Who does that?

[@gordondowis5925]

ROBERT,t, look up THE SPEC'S FOR SHAFT END PLAY FIRST, THEN GO TO A FACTORY SCHOOL AND LEARN ABOUT THE CENTER ROTATING ASSEMBLY OF A TURBO, THE BEARINGS ARE LOOSE UNTIL OIL PRESSURE IS APPLIED TO FILL THE BEARINGS SO "CENTERING" THEM. 25 YEARS OF ASE CERTIFICATION I BELIEVE I'VE BEEN TO OVER 200 FACTORY SCHOOLS.WHO SAID ALL THE OIL DRAINED OUT?, YOU COVER ANY OBJECT WITH OIL A FILM WILL BE LEFT, DUH-AGAIN. STATIC TURBO IS A "DISPLAY FOR MARKET" DUH- A THIRD TIME!!!!!! GO TO SCHOOL AS A DIY DOES NOT KNOW EXCEPT WHAT THEY RUN ACROSS, GET SOME SCHOOLING BOY!!!

[@keepthinking2666]

nice vid wish it was a 2.7t still trying to figure away to do it without taking engine out

[@RobertDIY]

+needs2 know ouch! Have you checked on an Audi forum?

[@Hoktew]

Just bought 3 days ago. a 2003 a4 avant tiptronic 260 000km quattro $ 950 canadian dollarS RED in colour.... I cant stop driving it. I need tires.... Lol

[@RobertDIY]

Cool.

[@remguiller7593]

You do good Robert..

[@RobertDIY]

thanks for watching.

[@joanbaldry4259]

Hi I was wondering if someone could tell me something I have an Audi A3 sports 2014 I was wondering if the turbo system went would it stop the car starting I've been told that if the turbo goes the pistons will fill up with oil is this what happens if a turbo goes I do not have much knowledge about engines but I am trying to learn so any information would help me great nearly thank you very much 2014 diesel

[@RobertDIY]

I have never heard of that. Have you checked with the dealer?

[@Mayjah_flexx]

I attempted everything you showed in video. Some things were left out. The Allen key sizes don’t work and no way of showing how to pull the bracket that holds the turbo in. Been on this since last Saturday 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@RobertDIY]

Dang.

[@Mayjah_flexx]

Robert DIY I’m hoping the guy who finishes it don’t hit my pockets too bad🤣 but I’ll try again Saturday

[@RobertDIY]

I hear you.

[@michaelrodriguez1218]

My Audi sounds like a diesel can it be the turbo that needs to be replaced?

[@RobertDIY]

+Michael Rodriguez probably an exhaust leak.

[@Roger2465]

flex pipes are probably

[@horayman]

most likely it is the cam chain. normally caused my low oil pressure.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for sharing.

[@dantegates8216]

Where are you located

[@RobertDIY]

+Dante Gates Albuquerque NM

[@chaseroberts6251]

More videos on a4 1.8T’s!!

[@RobertDIY]

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[@rDroneHQ1789]

Thanks for sharing need to work on them angles

[@RobertDIY]

You bet

[@TheBFBomber]

Thx for the guide =)

[@RobertDIY]

You are welcome.

[@paweczyz5792]

my English is weak , but ,1. ! fill with oil ! with a syringe , turbo oil channel , manually turn the turbo a few times before starting the engine, 2. start the engine on the starter without coils, three times so that the oil will fill the channels, 3. start the engine normally 4. in this engine change the oil and filters regularly what 6213 mil ( 10000km) 5. the engine is very good, durable, but you need to take care of it a bit , average fuel consumption 1,85 galon / 62 mil. Greetings: kzbin.info (Militarna Pasja) from Poland

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Usernamenotabailable]

Who let country mike Tyson narrate this video?

[@RobertDIY]

Google.

[@jjcross3560]

Do you really think? That your common Joe Blow 🍃 ! Will be able to complete 💯 this repair? With out Blowing up the Engine 😅.

[@RobertDIY]

Thanks for watching and for your support. 🙌🏾

[@oneshot2killz927]

Hi robert

[@RobertDIY]

Sup?

[@kelleemyers9861]

damn could of at least cleaned the lines off a little with some degreaser lol. and if you use the two nut method to remove studs you wont damage them haha

[@RobertDIY]

Yea, this is what FREE gets you. 😒