MK5 VW GOLF GTI MOT FAULT FIXED FOR £18 - HEADLAMPS RESTORED + PCV VALVE SWAP

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In this video I share with your 3 more jobs on Project Edition 30. Two of these are required for the MOT test and the other is good practice to replace periodically to prevent significant damage/issues.
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This video consists of the following chapters;
00:00 Teaser
00:09 Intro graphics by @haslerdesigns
00:17 Explanation about what this video is about
01:07 Update on idle speed issue
02:05 Restoring headlamps
07:29 Replacing PCV valve
13:40 Please subscribe!
14:44 Fixing the most common hidden Mk5 GTI MOT issue
28:38 Test drive to see if problems fixed
25:10 Checking for fault codes & sign off
29:35 New diagnostic scan
31:13 Thanks for watching - sign off
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[@mooferoo]

Really need to put new clearcoat on a headlight after restoring them like that. Headlights come with a UV protection layer, but when polishing/restoring them like this it completely removes it, so those lights will cloud up again over a much shorter period now than they lasted before. When doing them like this they'll sometimes last only a year or two before clouding again.

[@martinyau3670]

Ahhhhh that's why mine kept misting up! I really should have internet researched this

[@dopiaza2006]

If you release the main 19mm ball joint nut and shock it off with a few hammers, then you don't affect the aligment lie you do if you undo the bottom 3 nuts. it's a bit fiddly but you can use the outer circumference of the outer CV joint to pop the taper off.

[@thomasj5083]

I really wish it was easier to find a quality unmolested mk 5 GTI. There are a lot out there with awful mods like tinted rear lights, badly painted wheels, questionable remaps. It's a car that doesn't need modification. This is a breath of fresh air.

[@volkswizard]

Thanks Thomas, when the wheels are done it should look even better 🙌🏻

[@Christophergriffiths1972]

I have one for sale?

[@justinwalker5237]

All performances car get ragged about

[@leeradford7663]

There is, look a getting a Japanese import. There are some in stunning condition.

[@hondafanjames7150]

​@@justinwalker5237not all.

[@dopiaza2006]

The important bit about hitting the inner part of the CV joint when removing is that you are hitting the piece of metal that's held by the circlip directly. By hitting the outer edge, each ahmmer blow is going through the bearing balls/cages. Probably doesn't do any harm and likelt 99% of garages would do the same, but it feels nicer to me to be directly hitting the centre. It's the sort of thing that makes cars last 300k+ miles rather than 150k!

[@dopiaza2006]

Autosol metal polish works a treat on those headlights. It's not actually the polycarbonate that fogs up, but the UV resisitant coating. Once you polish them up you should apply some UV resistant coating so it lasts, or you'll be doing it again in 6 months.

[@wanderingdevonian]

It just shows slow and steady doing a job is a must. Great video once again 👍 I have never found a bolt seized on mine when I first started taking bits off. Ever since I've always greased accordingly for the future. Also a must is changing the cam follower in the hpfp. Bit of flaff but worthwhile if you don't know the history, age when it was last changed. In my ownership of 110,000+ miles I've changed mine 4 times. Each one looked the same with the coating removed but no visible indent. Oh OEM CV boots is a must, that's one thing I've learnt in the past with mid range aftermarket ones. Oh, as for the alarm siren, it's a very common fault and they just give up. Can't remember the reasons but they short circuit and burn out. But over all tho, good job so far 👍

[@volkswizard]

Thanks ! It’s funny because I’m sure I replaced the alarm on my old edition 30. It has back up batteries that leak and corrode the circuit board. That car used to false alarm and it was an ultrasonic sensor in the roof which needed headliner out-siren is definitely the easier job

[@wanderingdevonian]

@@volkswizard That's it about the alarm issues. I've never heard the alarm working in my ownership. Did the chirp activation and then realised it wasn't working. It used to fizz quite a bit when there was static in the air, especially when thunder was local!

[@dopiaza2006]

I think you'll find the driveshaft 6 spline bolts are single use only stretch bolts and the torque spec is 10Nm plus 45 degree turn to stretch them. Having said that I've reused them loads just giving them a good tighten and I've not had one fail :)

[@chrisband1983]

Hi. I'm new to the channel and really enjoying the content. There's lots of channels out there for MK5 Gti's, but yours is by far the best. I'd be interested to know what happened to the MK5 and if you still have it. Thanks again!

[@Bob-sy7ln]

Enjoying your down to earth videos! I’d like to see more but your diy made me a little nervous when you were working near the battery…..may I politely suggest you cover that positive terminal? Especially when you’re placing a conductive tool inches away!

[@volkswizard]

Hey Bob, I remember that bit of video and I recall laying the tool down diagonally so it didn’t join terminals but say I jacked car up it could roll and cause a short. Now battery seems dependable I’ll stick the cover back on it, problem solved, thanks for the heads up 👍

[@AircooledAl]

Great stuff love the diys. Is there going to be any more common mk5 issues covered and swapped out? Diverter valve and fuel pump cam follower by any chance? The DV+ are pretty cheap on ebay these days and are apparently a fit and forget inprovement. Considering doing everything covered so far. Look forward to seeing more on upkeep of a mk5 gti!

[@volkswizard]

Thanks! I don’t have unlimited budget and nobody is giving me free stuff so it will be hard to justify replacing stuff that’s ok like the diverter valve but the cam follower is definitely on the list. I’m sure in time everything will need to get done though 🤷😁

[@AircooledAl]

@@volkswizard my motto at work has always been the good old 'if it aint broke dont fix it' 👌 been a big fan of the channel for years now, thanks man.

[@maidenthemetalhead]

I think between myself and two other members of the family, we've owned like 6 Golfs. 3 MK3s (2 of them being Cabriolets), a MK5 & a couple Mk1s. We've never had a GTI, I think we're gonna resolve that in the near future 😊 Great work! 😎

[@martinyau3670]

Awesome videos on this Andrew, thanks. Are these beloved mk5s now for workshop enthusiasts? I.e. March of time, all the aged components are going to have to be replaced as you go?

[@volkswizard]

Thanks! Afraid so Martin, they are getting old now and up to 10 years they are pretty hassle free but beyond that hands on is useful but maybe not essential if you have a good cheap garage you can use. Avoid Vw at all costs

[@AmanJandu]

18:00 they're 16mm nuts just an FYI 👍🏼

[@Spike0000]

Toothpaste/T-Cut & WD-40 mixed together to clean the headlights....

[@Dogbite580]

Hi Andrew. Thank you for another great video. Could you tell me please, what speed did you use on your polishing machine to work the 3M compound on the polycarbonate?

[@volkswizard]

Hi Robert, that's a good question. A few clicks up from the lowest so around 1600 rpm. It's a small area and probably worse for heat build up than a metal panel.

[@Dogbite580]

@@volkswizard Thank you very much Andrew. Which wax did you apply to protect the headlight please?

[@broadkamikaze]

Great video and very rewarding results 👍

[@haslerdesigns]

I got rid of a really nice 2007 mk5 GTI back in 2017 as I’d had it a year and wanted a change. I regret it now, it was beautiful spec, dark blue, xenons, sunroof, manual, cloth and the 17s which I preferred. It has been truly cherished and all of the soft touch interior trim which so easily gets damaged was pristine which was rare then and rarer now I’m sure

[@giantdoberman]

If you really want those headlights to look like factory new and stay that way you give them a light scuff with 1000 grit wet sandpaper then give them 2 light coats of 2K clearcoat. The only way to proper restore headlights and make them look factory.

[@--Nino--]

Cool name :)

[@volkswizard]

Thanks Zach, that might be a bit beyond my skill set but we’ll see how long these last. It’s literally 5 mins to do what I did, if it’s that every 6 months say, it’s not too time consuming. If it’s less then it’s time to learn 👍

[@giantdoberman]

@@volkswizard I understand your your point and thats definitely a solid option too. I'm sure someone with as capable as you mechanically get give a quick wet send a spray some clear coat in no time at all.

[@markjhewlett]

Hey Andrew, loving your channel and all the knowledge you have of VWs classic and new! ❤ A tip I'm not sure if you were aware of when removing a CV joint from the end of the shaft, you can put the hub bolt back into the shaft and tighten, it then pushes the joint off the shaft, its good if your struggling to knock it off with a hammer 🔨 😊

[@volkswizard]

Thanks Mark🙌🏻I’ve still got a lot to learn but being old does have its benefits 😆

[@gpk6458]

If it's like my Mk6 then shortly after getting the alarm horn code the alarm will start going off randomly when the car is locked. I just removed my alarm horn without replacing it as I find them pointless. Everything still works.

[@jimpark9712]

Excellent post as always! I recommend you replace that air box with a cold air air intake, the air box will eventually break and, because it’s mounted right over the engine, will only send really hot air into the engine. I saw a difference on my MK5, pre tuned, because of the aforementioned reason, a few extra horses, but also not piping as much hot air into the motor. On cooler days, the difference is very notable, at least for me.

[@arnisgd]

Please add these videos in to a playlist

[@volkswizard]

Done!

[@RooiDuiwel]

Been looking at MK5 GTi's this week, and the best most well maintained one has been one with the AXX engine code, any reasons that i would not go for an AXX over lesser maintained BWA's....or should i just wait for a well maintained BWA, down here in South Africa, enjoying the content!

[@volkswizard]

Hey Ashley, I don't think there is much of a difference. AXX has an awkward cambelt cover but that's only an issue at cambelt changes. I'm sure there are detail changes with the newer engine but often these are emissions related which makes the car more complex and less reliable so no, go for a good AXX and you will be fine.

[@ianjenkins4641]

I really enjoy this type of video. Lots of great information and explaining things. Good work

[@malcolmscott4150]

Excellent video Andrew - love these when headlights are sparkling as Oz sun really damages them - such a fabulous looking car - was a bit worried re lorry coming in behind you at the end of the video 😮

[@GIXXERUKX]

More mkV gti. 😎

[@mahmoudnasra4191]

Hello wizard , i want to buy a gold gti 2006 with 250km mileage , and it is totally stock and tested and i'm still scared , any advices as it is my first car ? but im an old driver ,

[@wirelessgeeks1]

Hi volkswizard. I have a golf m5 TDI 1.9. The car suddenly stopped and never started again. Was told the issue was with ecu. Ordered a recon never worked. Sent all the details of my original and got another one. It started but the fan and all manor of lights were triggered. Again got another sent and the car ticked over but engine shaking violently. Had mine then reset by a company which does ECUs and back to square one not starting. Any ideas would be appreciated.

[@mj2023uk]

@wirelessgeek1 had a similar problem on my Audi A4 b8 2008 2.0 TDI. Fault scanned with vagcom and vag Otis sp? no fault codes, car randomly not starting not starter motor, not crank position sensor or cam position sensor .. had various mechanics look at the problem,.and was about to scrap the car at 200,000 miles... Problem was ECU harness after some amazing fault finding by an independent vag mastertech. Problem was intermittent/random. I would check crank position sensor and check to see if fuel is getting to engine bay - fuel pump/fuel filter?

[@justinwalker5237]

Great video. But why didn't you just buy the whole drive shaft with the contracts joint . And save time. Plus you should get some aluminium passat front control arms . Better then the mk5 ones . Plus new track rods , drop links , Anti roll bar front and rear . Anti lift kit if your going for more power . And just tidy it up and improve it. Then maybe do a track day or go to Germany

[@volkswizard]

Thanks Justin! The whole driveshaft is really expensive if you want a good quality one. I've got plenty of time but not much money so the labour time as a DIY is a non-issue. Also the job is interesting enough so is good content.

[@anUntouchable]

Those wheels look better than the BBS. The OZ Anniversary are the best looking alloys you can get for this car

[@Christophergriffiths1972]

Brilliant as always. Nice work and great piece of mind 👍🏼

[@volkswizard]

Thanks so much Christopher 🙌🏻

[@the1beard]

Alarm Horn = DEAD BATTERY = Parasitic Draw on the 12V battery Replace of Remove the Alarm Horn or you'll end up with Dead 12 V battery after a few days

[@gbc7344]

I had a Mk5 gti ..54 plate new … kept it for 3 years and put 60+k on it…now I have a 7.5 which is great but I miss the mk5…I’ll get another one someday

[@Tristanbirdyt]

Hello thank you very much for a brilliant video I have just got a Volkswagen Mk5 1.6 TDI with 125,000 miles and a manual 5 Speed. Is there anything to look for on the engine that is common?

[@volkswizard]

Thanks Tristan. 1.6 TDI is unusual in a Mk5, is that a very late one? In Mk6 you get big EGR issues but hopefully yours missed that.

[@Tristanbirdyt]

@@volkswizard it is a 2008 plate (58)

[@ivanb3303]

Nice to see it coming along Andrew

[@volkswizard]

Thanks Ivan!

[@justincace5517]

Finally recent Mk5 content! Excellent amazing results. LOVE those tires mate. I plan on them in the late summer.

[@charliecrutchley1949]

Great video, car and channel. I have a MK5 1.9 tdi but would love a MK7 GTI.

[@volkswizard]

Thank you Charlie! Those Mk5 1.9 TDIs are good car to build up to a GTI from. You’ve pretty much got the same suspension (albeit a bit softer) so you can enjoy the corners which less face it are the best bit 😎

[@charliecrutchley1949]

@@volkswizard Yes they are indeed! 🚗💨

[@fatwalletboy2]

Im impressed by the results of the headlight resto work....well worth it.

[@volkswizard]

Thanks! Got to say I was surprised how easy it was, it's not always like that.

[@cozifpv2069]

I'm getting suction from my oil filler cap, but I have changed my pcv valve. I have heard it can be a cracked valve cover as that is also a part of the pcv system. Could this be my problem?

[@volkswizard]

That's a weird one - I don't want to say it's definitely a cracked valve cover but look at the image on page 11 of this document and you will see there are channels in the valve cover that relate to PCV. Is yours cracked? www.volkspage.net/technik/ssp/ssp/SSP_337.pdf

[@cozifpv2069]

@volkswizard That link isn't working for me. What is the manual called on the volks page? I thought I may have needed the intake vales cleaned, and I went to r tech and had that done, and the injectors cleaned. Still hunting on a cold start, and the fuel trim slightly off.

[@NiceGuyAidey]

Another great video !

[@volkswizard]

Thanks again NGA!

[@rossiterl]

Another great video 👍

[@danielrussell446]

Well done Andrew another great video on the mk5 it is getting better and better some great improvements made it will be a lovely car when done and will complement the corrado and mk2 very nicely Hope you are both keeping well Daniel

[@volkswizard]

Thanks again Daniel. Still a long way to go but that is no bad thing 😁👍

[@volkswagonaudiuk]

Totally Classic VW Issue the CV Joint, I had this back in the day with MK2 Jetta's and Golfs........................

[@alanpatterson2759]

Great job!

[@volkswizard]

Thanks again Alan!

[@alanpatterson2759]

@@volkswizard Enjoying the content of you working on the cars!

[@ivanb3303]

Just a Note recently I got this error on My 6R. P0441 - EVAP Emission Contr.Sys.Incorrect Purge Flow Lower limit not reached static and also B109915 - Front air distribution flap control motor potentiometer open circuit/short to positive. I did change my EVAP N80 last year but Im thinking it may be the Charcoal Canister ..Your Thoughts

[@seanduncan8927]

Thought you were going to be wiped out by that truck at the end - have you seen the movie ‘Duel’?

[@volkswizard]

Haha yes! And there was similar lorry bearing down on me in the Mk7 Clubsport S snow video 😱

[@seanduncan8927]

😨🚛

[@coastalrider1155]

I like they wheels that you have put on

[@volkswizard]

A few people have said that! They are replica Mk1 TT wheels, 18", look closely and they have 10 holes, 5 for 100 PCD (Mk4) and 5 for 112 PCD (Mk5 onwards) so are really handy.

[@whoisgoogle]

Woop

[@nerko0genius]

Hello buddy. My Golf 6 GTI 2011 did not pass emission gas test-do you know what could be the problem? I’ve bought it tined up to 290hp and 430Nm. Greetings from Bosnia 👋

[@volkswizard]

Hey there Nermin! It’s tricky as could be the map, cat, lambda sensor. Check for fault codes, if none I’d swap to stock map and try then rather than swap out parts on a trial and error basis. If cars aren’t driven hard then that can reduce cat efficiency but I’m guessing with that map, you don’t hang around 😁

[@cornishrider]

I'm following another channel that is also restoring a MK5 Edition, it's BBS where also painted dark grey, was this a popular mod at the time?

[@volkswizard]

I'm not sure how many people actually chose to have them that dark, it's probably more to do with lazy refurbishment often done by dealers who don't really care about the detail and think that a darker colour will make the car look tougher and sell better and they are maybe right with some buyers.

[@cornishrider]

@@volkswizard that makes sense!

[@--Nino--]

Andrew - Lovely progress on this MK5 - I did comment yesterday but KZbin deleted it guess its becasue I posted a link - I tired to post a link to a site I have used in the past when I was restoring my Mk4 R32 that often has OEM parts that VW here in the UK have discontinued. if you want it, let me know and I will email it over.

[@NoName-st6zc]

Doesn't really matter where you pull on the stock VW engine cover first. This god damn thing will eventually break anyway. I'm sure this whole filter/enginecover thing sounded really good on the papers of that nerd who designed it but in reality : it's just a freaking meme. God i hate that thing...

[@dasautogt]

As I've said before..... Like a bit of 'dirty glove' action. Go subs numbers. What can we expect celebratory wise, on cracking 50k young Andrew. 🤔🤞😁

[@volkswizard]

Thanks as ever Graeme. There were certainly some dirty gloves in that video, axle grease is evil stuff but brake cleaner does help. 50k is looking sooner than expected so best get planning, a drive to Wolfsburg would be good and it would be too easy in the Mk7 so might have to be this car. Will feel less nervous about that when I've stuck some miles on it and for that it needs an MOT so all to play for :)

[@dasautogt]

@@volkswizard good times to follow.👍

[@suj1945]

Graeme86?

[@dasautogt]

@@suj1945 sorry?

[@dan-_]

I had those wheels on my mk4, originally found in an early TT if I remember correctly?

[@marcusonlife4074]

I was wondering what they were! I have what I believe to be the exact same set on my 2005 2.0 TDI - 17s right?

[@robc5955]

Just realised what the Reg plate says 😂 first owner must have loved it.

[@volkswizard]

It’s a slow burn that plate isn’t it? I think it’s quite a recent acquisition, possibly the 2nd owner who had it from 2020. He apparently is a real GTI fan which is good 👍

[@slakka6495]

Andrew I just saw the Corrado! Don't sell!

[@volkswizard]

Well spotted - as you can see it's in the garage but still vulnerable to damage which is a real worry but I am very careful - it's just other people that worry me (tradesmen often have to go in there). RS6 is definitely going soon instead so it's safe for the moment :)

[@bunnyfugger]

Deal with the PCV replacement proactively rather than prematurely please 😂

[@volkswizard]

Not sure why that word was the one I chose, no idea, honest!

[@zippin1]

I changed so many axles on my lowered mk5 due to torn boots.

[@brianfalconer217]

Looks like a previous owner sold the expensive xenon headlights and replaced them with halogen

[@volkswizard]

Xenons are optional on all UK Mk5 GTIs including Edition 30 and Pirelli models

[@j99bgr]

Seems silly to me how cheap it is to keep these running perfectly. Really interesting stuff, must admit.

[@cotswoldcarper6388]

That was so painful watching him with tools.... and his lisp