Replace Turbo Audi A4 A5 Q5 B8 Turbocharger K03 Replacement

[@CarsandCoding]

@pete’s workshop put out a video on how to repair the wastegate! Check out that one for ultimate cheapest repair! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4LVdqx9iNudn7c

[@bigpapichino1342]

ive watched this video 5x now.. still trying to give myself the confidence to do this myself! Great video man!

[@CarsandCoding]

You can Dooooooo it! :)

[@tubbycustard8866]

same here haha, if you do it let us know how it goes!

[@brooklynreed7246]

Make a video if you do it!! I need more confidence too.

[@alexandermartinez695]

I just want to say that I truly appreciate this how to video. I followed it step by step and made it easy to remove my turbo. Taking a break right now before installing the new turbo. Thank you!

[@CarsandCoding]

Awesome! Hope it all works out! Make sure you tighten the coolant lines to the turbo before bolting to the exhaust! once it’s bolted up, there is one coolant line on the turbo that is near impossible to tighten.

[@timpresutto184]

How much $ new

[@timpresutto184]

plse LMK cost of turbo?

[@yoscrib]

I was able to swap out my turbo by watching this at least 10x before doing it myself with very little mechanical experience. You the goat!

[@CarsandCoding]

Awesome! Glad to hear you got the job done! Feels good to do it yourself.

[@mattman4181]

U totally capture the feeling of working on today's cars. Great job.

[@jos3_alexander712]

I just swapped my turbo on my Audi A6 2012 and this video helped more than you would ever know thank you man 👍🏼

[@CarsandCoding]

Awesome! Feels great when you fix it yourself

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

@@CarsandCoding excellent video quick question do you think I should drain my oil and or coolant before I do this? AND about how long did it take to get the turbo off and did you put the bolts back in anything or mark them to know how to put it back together? Thank you in advance and you are a LIFESAVER! AND NOT TO MENTION A MONEY SAVOR

[@CarsandCoding]

@@PeterFeltersnatch852 you dont need to drain oil or coolant. The only coolant than comes out is whatever is in the reservoir jug. So have a pan ready that can hold a gallon when that leaks out. Change the oil after your're done. Total time for me was 10 hours but if I wasnt making the video I would have had it done in 8 hours. Now that I've done it I could do it again in 6 hours. If you keep your stock catalytic converter it's even faster. Messing around with the test pipe to replace the cat chewed up 2 hours for me. I put all bolts in individual ziplock bags with a piece of paper that I wrote where the bolt was from. That made it fast and easy.

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

@@CarsandCoding I have an APR downpipe

[@IllustrationRel-l5p]

You helped me diagnose my turbo without the need to take it completely apart. I do have a loose watergate! So I will probably replace the turbo when I’m ready. I just won’t drive long distances because the p0299 code comes and goes but it hasn’t popped up lately. Thank you

[@toledotom57]

I would never-seize all your bolts and a light copper spray on your manifold gasket, makes it easier to ever get off and reuse! Copper nuts are 1-time use. Most bolts you took from top can be removed from bottom. You showed the wastegate moving and loose. You can heat the linkage arm in the turbo red hot and smack it closed! Probably could have saved a lot of work? If turbo vanes were spins freely? Clean with carbon cleaner or carb cleaner. clean all the rest with carb cleaner or oven cleaner. Been there done this on VW Jetta Turbos. Unless turbo vans are hung up? Just heat the wastegate linkage in turbo and Re-Set it! The video is pretty good though. YOU DID IT! Saved a Ton of Money!

[@CarsandCoding]

I only heard of the heat up and bend method to fix the wastegate after I was completed. Other people have fixed it that way or by replacing the bushing and wastegate flapper with a new one. I still have the old turbo so I will fix it someday so i have a spare when this one gets loose.

[@toledotom57]

@@CarsandCoding Great! Your Video was pretty explanatory to many first time guys. I liked it a lot! Keep it up, people need all the help they can get!

[@SunShine-wc4uj]

You are amazing. Thanks so much for doing the video. I've learned a lot and a few tools and tricks which i have never thought of like the hose picker and the jamming of the t40 into the damaged 6mm to remove the funky nut. Also the removal of the 4th catalytic nut which is next to impossible. The camera angle into obscure places is something i haven't seen to many u-tubers do.

[@RockwildazFamily]

Don't know if anyone said this before, but if the trunk closes, you can drop the back seats, enter the trunk and there is a latch on the trunk door you can use to open the trunk. But yea, not really so comfortable, so best option is not to allow the trunk to close.

[@daze023]

My a4 b8 seat backs are bolted

[@milehigh3054]

Alright, the install went great! The power is restored. The only thing I messed up on was that dang coolant banjo bolt behind the manifold! Didn't torque it enough and it leaked.. ughh.. took about another 2 hours to pull the turbo off the flange to access it and tighten it down got about another 3/4 turn on the crush washers and it sealed it just fine. no leak now.. if I had to do it again it would be super easy. Hardest part was the install part. Removal was easy. Thank you again for this video, it helped me Immensely and with the confidence to DIY this.. if anyone else needs help or tips dont hesitate to respond to this comment.. I'm here to forward the knowledge. Thanks again. Till next time. Oh I'll look forward to the next timing belt change video for the Audi . Lol ouch looks tough I bet.

[@Mchristopher91]

question for you, since you had to remove turbo off again, wouldn't that mean you have to replace gaskets again? or did you reuse them? if so did you tighten bolts a bit tighter or did you order replace gaskets again? im asking because i might have to reuse the down pipe gasket.

[@milehigh3054]

@@Mchristopher91 I said screw it and reused them.. everything was just fine. The downpipe gasket had no marks even on it. So I re used them

[@antoinettecastillo1160]

Did you get new washers I have the same issue with the coolant leaking, do you know where I can get these crush washers?

[@milehigh3054]

@@antoinettecastillo1160 I think they came with a new lines. Just tighten them down more.

[@antoinettecastillo1160]

@@milehigh3054 oh okay thankfully I was able to find them, and fixed the problem perfectly!!!

[@mark.r8900]

Hi, can i use loctite if the exhaust manifold nut came off with the stud? Thanks

[@Dace1314]

Thanks very much for taking the time to make this. Really appreciate it. I'm subscribing.

[@nicolasboukas6491]

the Vw connecters come of by pushing inwards as if your connecting it, then you push back on the tab and pull on the connecter, nice video.......

[@tuningbrain]

Nice. Love the way you explain things, so much patience and so clear... 🤟🤟

[@Lovely_planet]

tuningbrain not like an annoying b roll infested KZbinr**

[@arnaudbardon6291]

Following your procedure, I just changed mine on a A4 B8 1.8TFSI without trouble, no error code at restart. Thanks very much !

[@om1701d]

How long did it take you and how difficult would you say it is?

[@Idealsleeperagent]

@@om1701d the youtuber said itll take around 6 hours or more on a weekend or any day your not busy

[@PAPIGONZO805]

Best audi turbo video I've watched. I have my a5 on jacks I wanted to adjust the actuator rod but I'm afraid I might not be able to because of your video. It has the exact symptoms...I wish I knew if I have the one I can adjust

[@CarsandCoding]

Mine is 2010 A4. A5 is same. Actuator rod is not adjustable. You can try bending it, but it probably will not help.

[@Rougerioef]

Thanks man, going to be attempting my exhaust and Inter cooler, I would love to take on the turbo but I don’t currently have the garage space.. awesome informative video!

[@CarsandCoding]

You would be surprised what you can get done in a small space, I only have 1 car garage! :)

[@bigrex8240]

You are great at explaining! Thanks so much man!

[@silivachungsum8589]

Damn love the step by step❤️❤️

[@nick2325]

Awesome video man can't wait to do mine this week. Seems pretty straight forward! Look forward to your future videos :)

[@CarsandCoding]

It sure feels good when you're done to have done it yourself. Stuck bolts are the only thing that are a pain, but that's every project :)

[@Mchristopher91]

Another question for you, what brand turbo did you replace it with? And have you had any issued with aftermarket life compared to oem?

[@CarsandCoding]

I replaced with a used low mileage stock turbo from a 2014 A4 that I bought for $400 used on ebay. Since posting the video other people have bought brand new turbos and successfully installed and they have worked. If you pay less than $800 for a brand new turbo I would not trust it, but I have no experience to back this up. Could be cheaper ones will work just fine, but I would want to hear from someone who has installed one first.

[@orange2352]

@@CarsandCoding if you go on ecs tuning they have the IHI k03 for like 850. Same turbo without the audi logo.

[@CoreyCubes]

Great video - I haven't heard of the KO3 turbo. I just replaced my the turbo on my 2007 Audi a4, using your video as a guide, with a rotomaster, and it ran well for 2 weeks and then I noticed it blew smoke twice - 2 days in a row. So Im going to return it. However the KO3 is much cheper than the Rotomaster. How reliabel is the KO3?

[@CarsandCoding]

The k03 is the stock audi turbo

[@robbsmind2209]

This is great! Thanks for taking the time to show us how step by step. I wish I saw this before having my K04 installed last week! Subbed!

[@milehigh3054]

That ko4 install would take some more advanced skill and expensive diagnostic tooling. To make it right.. doing a stock swap would of not been a problem yourself.. I sure bet you are enjoying that ko4. Lol yolo lol I had keep it stock because it's more a family car.. maybe when the kid starts driving I'll drop a ko4 in and make him a super fast car. Lol who knows lol

[@Bovice4]

so can you verify the turbos from 2013 and up will in fact work on the earlier B8 models (2009-2012)? I have a 2011 and I would rather go with a newer version of the turbo so it's less likely I have the dreaded wastegate failure again...awesome video!!

[@CarsandCoding]

Yes all turbos 2010 to 2015 will work. The newer the better! 2016 and newer will not work, they are different engine.

[@Nikeheat]

Hey hopefully u see this. I have a 2011 A4 can I replace the turbo with a b8.5 turbo?

[@CarsandCoding]

Yes those are better. The newer the better!

[@Nikeheat]

So basically I can buy a 2014 turbo and it will work. It’s also a Quattro. Thanks for the reply

[@CarsandCoding]

@@Nikeheat yes good to go

[@artisticmrfaulk587]

Thanks so much for this it helped so much especially on that heat shield stripped screw ugghhh

[@rjnevo01]

Thanks for the video! I’m having to replace my ko3 as well. I have a stage2 tune already so won’t be replacing the Cat just the turbo.How long should this take me

[@CarsandCoding]

It can be done in one day. Put all the nuts and bolts in ziploc bags and stay organized. MAKE SURE YOU TIGHTEN THE COOLANT LINE BANJO BOLT BEFORE INSTALLING THE TURBO. There is one banjo bolt that is near impossible to tighten while turbo is installed. it is the coolant line that you transfer from old turbo to new one. Tighten it on the workbench. If you forget to tighten it before bolting up turbo, you just increased your install time drastically. It can be tightened with turbo on, but it's a Chinese puzzle. Other than mistakes like that, should be 6 to 10 hours depending on your skill. Not replacing cat will cut 2 hours off. Getting it done on a Saturday is definitely doable! Good luck!

[@daze023]

How'd you get those two bottom connectors off again?

[@ernie334]

How much oil were u able to put inside the turbo before start? I used a funnel and only got in about 1 teaspoon before it spilled all over. I am seeing slight white smoke. No new oil leaks. Was wondering if i should unbolt the banjo and try to add more oil into it.

[@CarsandCoding]

You do not technically have to add oil. Since you started it already it has oil now.

[@ernie334]

Thanks for the quick reply. Did you had to do anything with the coolant? Seems like i lost about 4-5cups of coolant but when i fill it back up with what was taken out. It seems to sit on the max line. Makes me think there might be air in the coolant system. Particularly at the turbo. Think i’ll try to bleed the coolant by turning on heater and cap off. Btw, your video is on point. Thx u

[@ernie334]

I drove it around our garage a bit and the air bubble got out. Now the turbo is running good. Think it was hot because no coolant was running thru it.

[@V8dadmartin]

Do you guys recommend buying a low mile turbo or a brand new China part they are both around the same 400-500 range

[@CarsandCoding]

I went with a low mileage one. I don't know about the China ones. But if you go with China, please let us know how it is! If I were to do it again I would probably upgrade to K04 turbo. They are around $1200 but will shave almost another second off quarter mile time vs stage 2 tune.

[@V8dadmartin]

Cars and Coding sure thing the parts get here on the 20th and I’m installing on the 21st

[@grantmccarron3963]

Another great Audi video, thanks. Looks like I need to do this now too and this will be my step-by-step guide. Am thinking I will have mine rebuilt, rather than buy a used one. Wondering how you liked the test pipe? Did it become really loud, or trigger CEL's at all? Thanks again! Liked + Subscribed. I have watched this several times now :)

[@CarsandCoding]

I do not recommend test pipe without stage 2 tune. When you put the test pipe on you will get a CEL and there was no way to get rid of it, I tried o2 spacers and they did not work for me. Also the exhaust will smell like old school 1960s cars. Which I like but not everyone does. With the Unitronic stage 2 tune I am very happy now, but I'd probably be just as happy with the stock cat and stage 1 tune. The test pipe is louder, but not a lot. You can hear the 'fart' with each shift at 5k rpm or so. Glad you liked the video! May all your projects go well!

[@EJR20]

Did you have to clear the check light engine with a VAG or something or the light went out on its own? And what oil did you put in the turbo? Engine oil? And do you have to? I’m not getting the catalytic converter P0420 code, just P0299, still thought I’d ask, I don’t have to put in the test pipe right?

[@CarsandCoding]

The check engine light will go out on its own once the turbo is replaced. But you should get a code reader they are very cheap just to clear codes! Yes you put oil in the turbo to prime it. It is not necessary I guess, but why would you not do it? You do not need the test pipe, just use ypur current catalytic converter. The reason I used the test pipe was to be able to put stage 2 tune on it, which I later did. If you use your stock catalytic converter this job is a LOT faster! You do not need to remove the cat, just the 4 bolts holding it to the turbo

[@EJR20]

Cars and Coding thank you. What cheap code readers would you suggest apart from the good ol Vagcom. And I don’t need to take out any of the oxygen sensors since I’m not removing the cat right? Also when you switched to the test pipe you got before you went and did the stage 2 tuning, did it change anything power wise or torque wise?

[@CarsandCoding]

@@EJR20 best code reader to get right now is Obdeleven. It connects to your phone and you can not only clear codes but also update settings and look at data real time. It is around $100 I think. Other than that any $20 code reader can clear codes. As for the catalytic converter it would be best to remove the front o2 sensor just so it is not in the way but not necessary. The test pipe gave no increased power with stock tune. It is a little louder, but not worth the hassle.

[@EJR20]

Cars and Coding did you have to drive the car for about 50mi before the light went out or it went off right after the start post-replacement?

[@CarsandCoding]

@@EJR20 I cleared the codes myself so I do not know how long it would take on its own. Buy a code reader! There are ones for like $20. It is an essential tool for all cars. I would suggest Obdeleven, the one that connects to your phone. It is more money but does a lot more things.

[@audia4addict950]

its same oil motor for inside the new turbo before start ??? how many CL????

[@CarsandCoding]

Motor oil, yes. A few cap fulls will go in, not very much.

[@ynnus_]

Looked at the part, how has the offbrand turbo kit been doing this far? No other issues with it?

[@CarsandCoding]

The eBay test pipe has held up so far! One year later still going. If I was to do this again I would have done k04 turbo. But its fast enough for me now

[@ynnus_]

@@CarsandCoding would you need to do anything to the internals if you wanted to upgrade to the k04?

[@CarsandCoding]

@@ynnus_ k04 requires a different tune but no parts difference except bigger intercooler.

[@milehigh3054]

So I bought a new borgwarner oem ko3.. preparing for install in the few next days.. my only concern is priming the turbo with oil.. they said I need to cold crank it for 1 min. In 15-30 sec Intervals. Before a start.. they said if I dont it could void the warranty if it burns up.. they said to disconnect the fuel pump.. but I tried that, pulled pump fuses pulled high pressure fuel connector. It just kept running.. lol and I dont want to mess anything up with the electronics or cause other damages... did you feel the Turkey baster method worked just fine? Did it stay full? Or did it keep draining back into the oil pan? Hmmm I might be overthinking this.. what do you think?

[@CarsandCoding]

According to the Audi service manual, it says this: "After installing turbocharger, allow engine to idle for approx. 1 minute and do not rev up immediately to ensure turbocharger is supplied with oil." Thats all you have to do.

[@milehigh3054]

@@CarsandCoding thank you soooooo much for looking that up for me. You have been a giant help.. and have given me the confidence to knock this job out. I'm waiting on my install kit to show up and a new oil feed line.. I'm in gonna jump in.. oh I already took that 6mm Allen bolt off the heat sheild lol.. it striped.. but managed to remove it fairly quickly using an bolt extractor. Lol did you reorder a new one? Or just put the old strip one back in? Or leave it out? Lol if you ordered a new one. Do you have a part number or website ordered from.. thanks again!

[@CarsandCoding]

@@milehigh3054 I put the old one back in loosely. I dont know the part number, I was going to leave it out but put it in after I knew everything was good. I dont plan on removing it again for at least another 50k miles at the least.

[@NitroVipers3]

You dont have to loosen the bolts under the manifold? Those plates to take it out? I looked at mine and they look really hard to get to when the manifold is up there. Also did your car blow black smoke from taking off before you replaced the turbo?

[@CarsandCoding]

I did not have to loosen the bolts under the manifold to remove it. I had to loosen them and then retighten them to get it to fit back in though! It was strange. There was no black smoke at all.

[@NitroVipers3]

@@CarsandCoding Thanks. My wastegate was junk and needed to be replaced. My car blows a puff of black smoke when I take off. I hope this fixes it but I doubt it. It burns a quart of oil in 300 miles.

[@CarsandCoding]

@@NitroVipers3 the turbo is not going to fix the oil problem. The oil problem is the piston rings. If you want to fix that, best replacing the whole engine from a 2014 to 2016.

[@NitroVipers3]

@@CarsandCoding Yea, I know about the pistons and rings, its just oil smoke isnt pure black. For some reason its very rich. Will a 2014-16 engine drop right in without a new computer? I was basically planning on taking the engine out and putting new pistons/rings/timing chain/waterpump and fuel injectors. Im just hoping changing the turbo fixes the black smoke and zero power at low end.

[@CarsandCoding]

@@NitroVipers3 for sure turbo with good wastegate fixes the power! No new computer needed for replacement 2.0L motor. I was burning a quart every tank of gas with mine at 55k miles and got it fixed with new pistons under warranty. Now I have 91k miles and still burns zero oil at all.

[@cydls688fatech7]

Very calm on explaining and details, thank you I need to replace my Audi A4 P 0299 code, thank you very much, and we have to replace the test pipe also in this case? Btw which turbo were you getting, type and model no, thank you once again

[@CarsandCoding]

You can keep the stock catalytic converter, no need to use a test pipe. The turbo is any low mileage used turbo from 2012 to 2016 Audi A4, S4 or Q5 with the 2.0L engine. I bought mine used from ebay. You can buy a new one, but it will be about $1,500 vs $400 for a used low mileage turbo. Here are the turbo part numbers that fit: O6H145702L and revisions afterward B8.0 has numbers ending in 702G, then 702L, then 702Q, then 702S B8.5 has numbers ending in 702R, then 703N, then 703R, then 703S 06H145703S 2013+ are the best ones

[@cydls688fatech7]

Cars and Coding Thank you very much for giving me all those great info, I just ready to replace my wife’s car, once again thank you 🙏 and good luck on YT Channel.

[@CarsandCoding]

@@milehigh3054 no you need a catalytic converter to pass emissions

[@randallmiles1596]

Hey, I need to bring our A4 to you and pay you to do the install. ? Thanks for the video.

[@lou.1510]

Very informative video, thank you for your guidance

[@kjosen0132]

How did you notice there was something wrong with the wastegate? And where did you get the dipstick for the oil pan?

[@CarsandCoding]

Check engine light kept coming on and throwing a code. Car had less power (but still plenty of power). Dipstick: ebay.us/A3iIbi

[@kjosen0132]

@@CarsandCoding It is the same engine that is in the 2009 right?

[@kjosen0132]

@@CarsandCoding when I first start the I have turbo pressure but when I go over 3000 rpm I lose all pressure and it won’t build pressure until I stop and start it up again

[@kjosen0132]

One more thing, where and what turbo did you buy?

[@CarsandCoding]

@@kjosen0132 link for where to buy turbo is in the video description. Click the “more” button under the video title for all the links. I bought a super low mile used turbo from eBay. But there are alternatives now. And also you can get yours repaired. Google Audi wastegate repair and there are shops you can ship your turbo to and they will replace the wastegate if you prefer to do it that way.

[@germangr169]

I have an audi a4 2009 2.0T, how could I ask for the turbo only with this number ?: 1157 D5S 1H1 TURBO? or how do i order it? I would like to buy it but I don't know which turbo is the right one. I hope you answer me :(

[@CarsandCoding]

Is your 2009 a B7 or B8 style? If B8 then any turbo from A4 from 2010 to 2015 will work. Look it up on a parts website like rockauto.com

[@germangr169]

@@CarsandCoding yeah is B8 style thank you for the information

[@eltalivan3804]

Cars and Coding. Does the check engine light came on because the test pipe? Awesome video!

[@CarsandCoding]

Yes my check engine light is currently on because of the test pipe. P0420 code. I have tried various o2 sensor spacers but haven't found a combination that works yet. I'm not trying too hard because I am going to get unitronic stage 2 tune which codes out the rear o2 sensor. Glad you liked the video!

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

@@CarsandCoding I just bought my 2010 A4 Quattro b8 and it's got stage 2 tune with maps switching from APR APR downpipe forge diverter valve APR carbonio cold air intake I have p420 code also... Says bank 1 sensor 1 which I believe is the upstream O2 sensor the first one.. I also have the turbo issueI do not have any code but when I rev my car as RPMs go down it makes a whining noise and also even when it's in gear and I let go of the throttle it seems to make that noise every time also at lower RPMs maybe around 2K or 1.5 k RPM... Did you hear this noise? I ordered a space or the 90-degree from Amazon will be here tomorrow I'm in Pennsylvania has p420 and not passing inspection... I'm praying it passes when I put the spacer on..

[@CarsandCoding]

@@PeterFeltersnatch852 For me on stock tune with test pipe (catalytic converter removed) I was able to avoid the p0420 by driving very easy, never getting above 3k rpm with or without any spacer. Only when I floored it would the p0420 light up. I'd say clear your codes and drive slow until all emission readiness says OK then have it tested. As long as there is no check engine light and all emission tests are in the ok/ready state you should pass. But I dont know your states laws so checkout the forums on audizine.com for more info.

[@CarsandCoding]

@@PeterFeltersnatch852 I never heard a whining noise, mine was more like tinktinktinktinktink rattle after I revved up in neutral.

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

@@CarsandCoding okay I never tried driving calmly but I did clear it out cuz I bought and obdeleven which is awesome for 80 bucks... but then I took it like two or three times and every time I took it when the check engine light wasn't on they told me I to bring it back it wasn't ready which I never heard before but I'm getting used to now with an Audi... I surely do appreciate all your help you're a good guy

[@arturomontelongo137]

After u installed the down pipe the check ing is on?

[@CarsandCoding]

Yes until you get a stage 2 tune

[@angeloponzo7971]

How many km did you have on the original turbo?

[@CarsandCoding]

80k miles

[@yakfinger]

Informative. I like the video. Thanks. However, I'm not of fan of swapping the cat for a "test pipe". In my state they check to see that O2 sensors are intact during smog check and a cat delete is blaring. I've also been stuck behind a car that has a cat delete and suffocate on the fumes.

[@CarsandCoding]

I agree it is best to keep a catalytic converter. Glad you liked the video! Stay healthy!

[@cityhyperadar7693]

Love the content

[@06goatm6]

A little clumsy but glad to see the whole process before diving in

[@chris.peters]

Spot on, very informative.

[@Mchristopher91]

is the heat shield needed to be removed? my 6mm screw stripped(i was able to remove the second one no problem;the one on the right in this video. ) and i opted for bending the shield enough to get to bolts. Witch i already loosened(sheild can be bent back into place) . im stopping for the day as i have work in the morning.

[@CarsandCoding]

It's probably possible to bend the heat shield out of the way to get to the exhaust manifold nuts. Did you try jamming a t40 torx bit into the heat shield bolt allen head like I did? Put the t40 torx bit in there and hit it with a hammer and then it will turn out.

[@Mchristopher91]

I will try that next. Otherwise I'll try removing with a viceclamp, heat, w40 after the turbo is out the way.

[@daze023]

@@CarsandCoding Never underestimate the power of Thor's hammer (and a little penetrating oil)

[@Andy111182]

Hi. Please, answer, when you install new turbo to car, what bottom hoses are connected to turbo, and what hoses you connect after install turbo to block? Today i try to install it. I connect turbo to block with bracket and oil drain hose, and i cant to connect bottom water hose.

[@CarsandCoding]

You have to connect the coolant/water line on the turbo before installing the turbo. And make sure it is tight! You are going to have to take it back off and put that water line on. :( Every line that was attached to turbo when you removed it needs to go on the turbo before you install it back. And double check they are tight as that water line is near impossible to tighten once turbo is back on but it can be tightened if you use the bit and a wrench.

[@Andy111182]

@@CarsandCoding ок. thanks for you answer. i will try again :)

[@gdr7834]

Hey, i have 2009 audi A4 2010-2015 turbo will work on my 2009 audi A4?

[@CarsandCoding]

Yes as long as it is a b8 model

[@gdr7834]

@@CarsandCoding thanks man great job

[@dogface4203]

on my car I was able to shorten the wastegate rod I cut off the rod about 1” down and attached a clevis pin with internal threads as I screw the clevis pin on to the rod it shoetens the length of the rod enough to hold the wastegate shut. 33:35 he talks about this briefly

[@sniper6631]

I have a 2009 will a 2013-2015 used turbo fit?

[@CarsandCoding]

Yes as long as it is a B8 model. In USA 2009 was a transition year with some models still the older B7 body style car.

[@sniper6631]

@@CarsandCoding mine is a tfsi and looks just like yours👍

[@bey-5345]

What was the price on the turbo

[@anthonycaruso641]

Which turbo can I upgrade from mine. 2009 a4 the turbo says it’s 06h145702g

[@CarsandCoding]

Any turbo from A4 A5 or Q5 with 2.0t will work 2009 to 2015 You can also buy new on fcpeuro.com or other parts suppliers

[@anthonycaruso641]

@@CarsandCoding ok I’m new.. are they k04? I just want a larger turbo

[@CarsandCoding]

@@anthonycaruso641 oh! You want k04! That didn’t come on any stock car. You have to buy that new.

[@aliciabarnes5365]

Audi quoted me $4,500 to replace my turbo in my 2013 Q5. How much did this repair cost you?

[@CarsandCoding]

I paid $350 for the used turbo, about $100 for the install kit. And about 10 hours labor, but pro could do it in 6 hours. You can buy brand new turbo with lifetime warranty from Fcpeuro.com for around $1750 www.fcpeuro.com/products/audi-turbocharger-genuine-vw-06h145703s

[@Idealsleeperagent]

@@CarsandCoding woweee and im looking at a website selling one for around the same price just saw this comment and found the same one for even a little cheaper and extra stuff for replacment. Im looking forward to trying my own even more confidently now thanks

[@Space-ny3uy]

9:33 You did not show how to remove other two inside bolts connecting catalytic and turbo. How can I access them? Thanks!

[@CarsandCoding]

Three you can see easily and get a wrench or socket on. One you cannot see and need to put a socket on a 11 inch or so extension and put down from top rear of engine at firewall. I show how I did it around 7:00 in Step 6. It was not possible to video everything but I show the process.

[@raminkh7552]

I already replaced the turbo But I keep getting error under Boost on the scanner . Do I need to Reprogram the computer after replacing the turbo ?

[@CarsandCoding]

You should clear the codes after replacing. But it should not keep coming up. Look for hose clamp not tightened to intercooler or to turbo. Or could be diverter valve is bad.

[@raminkh7552]

@@CarsandCoding I did changed the diverter valve last month before changing the turbo . No one knows what’s the issue . The car hesitate on high RPM like over 3000RPM Then the check engine goes off . The mechanic put a boost control for me . Either EPC goes off with over boost or I get the check engine with under boost . I keep adjusting the boost control to get to the ideal boost but no success . Do you have any idea what can it be , Can the high pressure fuel pump be bad ?

[@Jhugh17]

@@raminkh7552 you need a new boost solenoid G

[@DaCocoBrova]

Audzine sent me here! So, what's the cost comparison to rebuild the turbo vs. buy new?

[@CarsandCoding]

There are few places to rebuild. I heard there was a shop in Canada that fixes the wastegate for about $250. You can find low mileage turbos for about $350. A new one will be closer to $1,000

[@milehigh3054]

I bought a new oem borgwarner for 900 bucks after tax.. I'm happy with that decision.

[@PeterFeltersnatch852]

@@milehigh3054 what site did you buy tires from and is yours K 03 or 04? I've seen these anywhere from 350 to 1200 so I'm confused

[@milehigh3054]

@@PeterFeltersnatch852 tires? It's a ko3 stock oem.. I found it local here in Colorado of all places. From Diesel forward. If you want a super fast car.. buy it super fast stock.. imho modifying cars just opens doors for more problems and then becomes money pits with problems.. bottom lines cars are the worst investments you can have. The turbo was a complete new unit. With exhaust manifold. Just needed a install kit.. the turbo martket.. is shady in it's own come to fine out.. found the same turbo.. from 650 from other countries from 1400 bucks.. I went with a reputable dealer for 900 after tax. It took some calling around.

[@leaveit33]

@@milehigh3054 Still happy with the BorgWarner???

[@EJR20]

Read your description. Would a turbo from a 2013 Quattro fit a 2009-2010 a4 Quattro?

[@CarsandCoding]

Yes any 2.0L Audi 2010 to 2016 will fit. A4 A5 or Q5. The newer the better!

[@EJR20]

Cars and Coding guess that goes for 2009 Quattro too?

[@EJR20]

Cars and Coding I have a check engine light on, & it’s P0299, I just replaced the diverter valve but the light is still on, (didn’t run any scanner to check again yet) I’m wondering if I should replace the turbo or what.

[@CarsandCoding]

@@EJR20 you need to look at the wastegate and see if its loose. Or reach your hand down and grab the actuating arm like I show in the video and see if its rattling. If the wastegate is bad then you are not making full boost. You can keep driving it like that you just dont have full power.

[@EJR20]

Cars and Coding if the waste-gate is bad would that mean I’d have to replace the whole turbo as the best course of action? Also, if I keep that’s the case and I keep driving it won’t it damage the engine? I hear cases of metal parts ending up in the engine oil or something related to that.

[@QamilB79]

My 2008 a4 needs new turbo so bad i lost my horse power p0299 code comes on its not diverter valve waste gate is open lose i gotte do something replace it nice video 👍

[@CarsandCoding]

Yes sounds like you have a weekend project!

[@QamilB79]

Cars and Coding with ur video maybe will help how to do it isn’t easy work on this german cars no space to put ur hands

[@EJR20]

Would you consider a 73k mile used turbo low mileage?

[@CarsandCoding]

No but if it was from a 2015 or 2016 it might be ok. The turbo itself will be fine but the wastegate is the issue. Need to have the person selling it show you the wastegate via facetime or zoom that it is tight.

[@EJR20]

Cars and Coding ok, so that one is from a parts company on eBay so I don’t know if they will be able to do that video thing. So maybe I should go for a 50k 2014 ^ cause they get more expensive.

[@CarsandCoding]

@@EJR20 anyone selling one will take the time to send you a video. People take videos of the stupidest things they will certainly take a video of a $400 part. Ask.

[@EJR20]

I found 3, 2015 with 64k miles, 2013 58k, 2016 33k. The 2016 exceeds about $100 in price compared to the others. I’m wondering which one I should go for.

[@CarsandCoding]

@@EJR20 I would do the 2016 no question

[@saborlivingston4589]

Do know the name of the spring and nut that’s on the end of the down pipe

[@CarsandCoding]

parts.audiusa.com/p/audi_2010_A4/Spring-Bolt-Exhaust-Front/48598515/893253353.html

[@CarsandCoding]

parts.audiusa.com/a/Audi__A4/__5997102/EXHAUST-SYSTEM-EXHAUST-COMPONENTS/1399360.html

[@mashing2433]

How long did whole process take

[@CarsandCoding]

It took me a weekend. I would say 10 hours. I could do it in about 6 hours if I did it again. I'm not a mechanic so if you have experience it will go faster or slower depending.

[@randyupladek1855]

Is this much easier with a lift ?

[@CarsandCoding]

For some parts yes, but a lot is done from the top.

[@jeffdupont6165]

Nice job. Is that a quattro ?

[@CarsandCoding]

Yes Quattro

[@Jman4178]

Does anyone know if there is a way to prevent the coolant loss? I see that once air is let into the coolant system it all drains out through the turbo.

[@CarsandCoding]

It only comes out from the coolant tank. Disconnect coolant tank and put the line up higher. It was my mistake. The block and radiator doesnt drain.

[@Jman4178]

Thanks. I got it out. Really not that bad. Regarding the install kits that are floating around online, in your experience were all of the seals that you needed included? I’m seeing some comments about needing new seals for where the oil return line goes to the engine block.

[@CarsandCoding]

@@Jman4178 Probably best to order all the parts before you start the project and return the ones you dont use. Kits are usually good but could be missing something, a "kit" is a guy in a warehouse throwing parts in a box, hard to tell if you got everything until its in your hands. I havent had issues returning parts to most places. Good luck! :)

[@2lzordie2x]

Please help me my 07 A4 is making a whistling sound when I drive computer give me the underboost code

[@daze023]

Anyone, please tell me why he took out the catalytic converter I think that's illegal

[@CraigMansfield]

I'm very new to this malarkey. This video just let me know that there's no way in hell I'm attempting to replace the turbo. My turbo makes a strange pffft sound when I put my foot down and change gears. It used to make a pleasant air release sound. I don't know. I found the EGR to be blocked solid with carbon, so I cleaned it.... Then my turbo sounded weird. My "friend" has sold me a car that's in need of TLC.

[@CraigMansfield]

8 months later and I'm more confident than I was. But there's still no way I'm attempting this and hoping to drive my car to work in the one day that I get off 😂 Only turbo noise I get now, is a sorry little psssst after increasing the revs. 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔😁

[@daze023]

Think of the hours of fun you're missing

[@galeogaliley5059]

I Liked the video but watched at1.5 speed.

[@CarsandCoding]

I watch all youtube videos at 1.5 or 1.75 speed! Once you get used to it you never want to watch real time again!

[@bonecc4061]

How do you change starter on b8 a4 2.0t

[@Jhugh17]

You have to pull the trubo and it's under the cat

[@patricke8627]

I would never do an exhaust job at a 3rd party mechanic. Very dangerous if done incorrectly

[@CarsandCoding]

Thats why I always stop at 2 parties. 3 parties and I can't walk straight aymore! I just want to go home and go to bed.

[@thegoldentheory4383]

There’s a $60 part that can fix the wastegate issue instead of replacing the whole turbo.

[@CarsandCoding]

Awesome! Please make a video of the $60 part install! There are hundreds if not thousands of people who have a used turbo with a sloppy wastegate sitting on a shelf in a garage or basement that would send it to you to be fixed for $200. Someone could start a rebuilding business from this if a $60 part is all that is needed to fix this issue. I would love to see it and do this! I will gladly send my used turbo out for the fix if anyone has a good fix for it. Please post your info. Thanks!

[@orange2352]

Wrong... the clip doesn't fix it, only prolongs the life of it. Going on my third turbo at 210k miles.

[@daze023]

Can I use it without removing the turbo?

[@cammgt3rs370]

YOU PUT IN THE WRONG TURBO SHOULD HAVE BEEN KO4. HA HA. I am thinking of going KO4 bro.

[@CarsandCoding]

It is fast enough for me at this point. Ran 13.98 at 99mph on Unitronic stage 2. K04 might run 13.25 or 13.50 not big enough difference to swap it out right now.

[@cammgt3rs370]

@@CarsandCoding WOW happy for you man. That is a good time. Do you have a 3" exhaust like me?

[@daze023]

Why do you people wear your precious jewelry on your greasy hands working in corrosive and abrasive situations? Your ring is worth more than that car! Why ruin the ring?

[@owenb8002]

It really wasn’t that hard

[@salnichols94805]

Your audio sucked, rendering much of this unwatchable

[@CarsandCoding]

Thanks for watching. There are how to documents on message forums such as audizine.com that may be useful to you as well. Hopefully your repair goes well and you can enjoy your Audi for many more years.

[@salnichols94805]

@@CarsandCoding I apologize, I was harsh. The fact is, with some editing and decent audio, you might actually have the best turbo replacement video out there. I just couldn’t sit through it as it is, which may speak more to my 67 y/o lack of patience than anything.

[@CarsandCoding]

@@salnichols94805 watch it at 1.75x speed. Thats how i watch all videos.

[@daze023]

@@salnichols94805 67 yos probably don't need to use the phrase "...sucked" Glad you've grown up recently

[@juniordiaz2425]

Question the new replacement turbo is it an oem Audi turbo or an aftermarket?

[@CarsandCoding]

The one I installed was a low mileage used turbo.

[@juniordiaz2425]

@@CarsandCoding I’m actually in the process I’m changing mines what do you think of a rebuilt turbo ?

[@CarsandCoding]

@@juniordiaz2425 the only thing that needs to be fixed is the wastegate so rebuilt should be perfectly fine. You can get your original wastegate fixed for around $250. Its the shipping that costs all the money, the parts are $65 and labor is an hour.