Volkswagen EA888 Gen 3 Engine Diagnostics & Maintenance Guide (Mk6 GLI, Mk7 Golf, GTI, Golf R, S3,+)

►The 3rd generation VW 2.0 TSI is an evolution of Volkswagen's TSI engine. Although they appear similar, there are numerous distinct differences between the EA888 Gen 1 and Gen 2 engines.
The EA888 goes by a few different engine codes depending on the production year: CXCA, CXCB, and DKFA. These engines are most commonly found in both the Mk7 VW GTI and Mk6 VW Jetta GLI and make between 210 and 228 horsepower, depending on the production year.
There are only a handful of common problems to look out for on the VW EA888 Gen 3 engine, such as:
Low priority:
-Spark plugs
-Updated ignition coils
High priority:
-Intake valve cleaning
-Water Pump replacement
-Air oil separator (aka PCV valve)
-Rear Main seal (if leaking, a common side effect of a failed PCV valve)
Other than those mentioned above, the only preventative maintenance you should have to do is regular oil changes. Volkswagen claims an engine oil service interval of 10,000-miles is adequate for the EA888 Gen 3; however, it has been shown that service at 5,000-miles extends the life of internal components.
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00:00 - Introduction
00:39 - Oil Leaks: Cam Bridge
01:30 - Oil Leaks: Timing Covers
03:02 - Oil Leaks: PCV Valve
04:20 - Oil Leaks: Rear Main Seal
05:03 - Oil Leaks: Oil Pan
06:55 - Cooling: Water Pump Assembly
09:45 - Intake Manifold
12:40 - Timing Components
16:54 - Engine Mounts
18:19 - Ignition Coils
19:32 - Thanks for Watching!
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[@marcoischill9318]

Man no one else on KZbin is giving out the help and Info that you do for this car(GLI). For that you have a new subscriber!!

[@fcpeuro]

We appreciate that!

[@tapa2466]

@@fcpeuro I don’t because you forgot the beetle

[@muhammadbakashmar3166]

Good video. Here is some more advice. For these VWs watch out for 1. Leaks from Water pump and coolant flanges. 2. Replace your oil separator every 2 years (or yearly if you can). These always fail and are the main cause of many of the engine oil leaks mentioned in this video. 3. Use quality synthetic engine oil and change it regularly. Preferably every 7,000 kilometres. You will have less carbonisation snd performance issues. 4. Get a real vw technician to check the condition your timing chain once a year. 5. Be ready for some very annoying failures of electronic components... and they are expensive to replace. 6. Once your car is ok, make sure your really drive and enjoy it to make it "pay" for all the agony above.

[@pepehuan]

what you mean by oil separator? the PCV valve? thank you!

[@muhammadbakashmar3166]

@@pepehuan Yes, the oil separator functions as a PCV valve

[@jims.3987]

@@muhammadbakashmar3166 Barely.... Also, I wouldn't take my Volkswagen to a Volkswagen dealer if they were giving away service for free. Absolutely a waste of your money and you'll wind up paying for it when they screw something up on your car. Find a decent independent mechanic shop and go there if you really have to.

[@chinconcuac2003]

My opinion is and I say this because I apply it , I resign I have had Audi cars , but what I do is I buy the car with less than 10 thousand miles certified , never new because you can more money , then the car all the way counts with warranty and apart one more year for certification , All Audi and VW come with 2 free services and one more that the dealership offers you (this is optional) not all offer it, at least in my state several dealerships do, I enjoy them until the end of the warranty and certification which is around 60 thousand miles or 5 years, and after that I change it for a newer one with the same options as the previous one, Why? Because if I would stay longer with them you lose more money in repairs and anyway your car continues to devalue and that money you invested in repairs you will not recover . And you really invest little in maintenance after your three years of free service , Which is an approximate of 800 Dlls for the next 2 years that I have left to change it .... Well that's my strategy , maybe there are other people that many what they do is just rent it for as many years as they want and so they avoid the cost of maintenance and repairs ... greetings .

[@CungNguyenify]

I have 2014 GLI autobahn 6mt. I bought it when it had 60k miles and it now has 102k miles. I added APR stage 1 around 80k miles. I love this car! It had given me zero issues! I hope I can get another 100k trouble free miles out of it!

[@fcpeuro]

Take care of it and it'll take care of you, we're sure you'll have it even longer than that!

[@CungNguyenify]

@@fcpeuro i read something about timing chain tensioner failing on some EA888. I know the timing chain tensioner were updated through out the different generations of the EA888. I do believe my engine is the EA888 gen 3. Do you know if timing chain tensioner on this generation engine needs work? I can’t find anything on the maintenance schedule about timing work.

[@Nekroman111]

@@CungNguyenify lol oh yeah!! Mine is a 2014 GLI so its a gen 3. I had a loose timing chain due to tensioner, which in turn made my camshaft rattle and get chipped. So new camshaft, mill the block from what the camshaft damaged, new oil pump and valve check. All started bc i had an EPC light / limp mode which turned out to be a wastegate. So new turbo too lol. My car was a pain in the ass but i basically have anew engine now...but yes tensioner on gen 3 yup is still something to worry about

[@shawness93]

The CCTA engines have the horrible chain tensioner problem....if not changed it WILL fail and destroy the engine. There's a reason they go for $3k used, because they all fail.

[@Way2EasyDIY]

How many miles do you have now

[@danielveliciu3445]

105k miles on my B7 1.8t Passat! Not a single oil or coolant leak 🙌💯

[@atgv43]

Lucky you. Mine just passed 108k kilometers and the water pump started leaking.

[@shankyouverymuch8321]

@@atgv43 Seems to be a common theme with vws. We've like 8 water pumps in stock at all time because they leak so frequently. Most common on vr6s

[@atgv43]

@@shankyouverymuch8321 I guess maybe I am lucky that it lasted this long. My car is a 2016 Passat with the 1.8 TSI.

[@amstewart79]

2016 1.8t with 121k miles. No leaks so far.

[@jims.3987]

2018 passat 2.0 b cycle, I finally changed the water pump at 110k but only because I felt like doing it, it wasn't giving any problems. I have not put anything into this car that wasn't completely preventive maintenance. Nothing has broken except a rear wheel speed sensor at 25k miles. I also beat the shit out of it for 800 miles per week and leave every redlight full send. LOL I think the best thing to do with any car is drive it like you stole it every day. Old lady cars always break down more often than cars that get rode hard and put away wet.

[@doroteorivera9987]

Thanks! Have a mk 7.5 gti This is great knowledge to have moving forward!

[@gesnerurbano7174]

Great video! I did click on it expecting to see my particular failure but it was not on this list and I have not experience any of the ones you mentioned. I do have a 2017 Alltrack with 60 k miles. I do autox and track about once a year. My issue has been with my turbos, I have broken two wastegate actuators, the first one on the OE is 12, later I upgraded to the is20 and also broke the actuator rod in two pieces. Hopefully you will star selling that Mahle actuator being offer as an option by other places.

[@Michael-xs7rz]

How common is the rear main seal to go on a 2016 Audi S3 DSG. Finally, could yall make a DIY on how to reseal the valve covers with the gasket maker. I had a bit of oil on the cyl 1 & 4 on my spark plugs. Great work as always FCP! Big middle finger to ECS yall rock.

[@MyerShift7]

Thanks for the vid! I'm still tempted by VW/Audi (well, not the new electric or no button ones) but my last experience landed me safely in the embrace of Toyota.

[@Hobophob1c]

Love the good info from you guys, keep up the good work! Rockin 65k miles on my GLI and no issues yet, fingers crossed, but if I do, this will help me narrow things down.

[@fcpeuro]

Keep up on that preventative maintenance Sayge and you will be good to go for a long time!

[@Charles-xm7oc]

I'm sitting at 111k and only had to do water pump so far

[@Hobophob1c]

@@Charles-xm7oc good to hear i have good tidings ahead lol, you run your car hard or just daily drive it?

[@Hobophob1c]

@@fcpeuro it would be awesome if you guys could you make a video on some preventative maintenance Gen3 owners need to do that arent made apparent in the owners manual? If there is any of course.

[@Charles-xm7oc]

@@Hobophob1c it's been my daily for about 4 years now. Pretty happy with the purchase. Only thing that's gotten too bad in the driver's seat. Seems like they used pretty cheap "leather" but other then that cars been great

[@jeffgroves4533]

I have the gen3b ea888, it’s been great!

[@lucienl9465]

Thank you, keep these type of videos up! More of it! subbed

[@fcpeuro]

Thanks so much!

[@Blue2024_rs]

I have the 1.8 TSI and I had the problem with the Cam Bridge, leaking oil. The problem was solved and I have to say it wasn't expensive, only 200 EUR

[@billmcdonald2436]

Thank you for this video. It’s very informative.

[@fcpeuro]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@davidingram5965]

Excellent information. 65 K on my 2018 Golf 1.8 TSI Gen-3. Change oil every 5K, use Top Tier gas, almost all highway driving at 75 mph, 2300 rpm. Mileage is amazing (41-43 mpg). No problems yet, and following the maintenance schedule without variation. Not keeping up with maintenance on a VW is an invitation for expensive problems.

[@BOOSTEDDUDE]

Thanks for all this information! I hope I don't have any issues but I should be covered under the 5 year warranty since mine is a 2k18. I've changed the oil quite a few times in the 22k miles I owned it. I did the first around 3k miles. Then about every 5K since then.

[@Juganator]

Keep in mind this is the company mill for VW/Audi they’ve been using this engine for 10+ years in millions of different models world wide. Engines that have major issues are a very very very small percentage. I personally have 138K miles on my 2015 GTI and it runs like new with routine maintenance and I drive it hard. Also, this isn’t a knock on FCP or any other company but they are here to sell you parts so of course they’ll make a video like this telling you everything will break.

[@4thegood]

Wow! Thanks for that in depth review I’m contemplating purchasing a 2016 Golf R. Is there anything specific to that model in Europe I need to be weary of?

[@abeldiaz4693]

Hi there, thank you for the video. - About cam bridge, even if i change the circle seals, it´s neccesary to change the cam brigde? - About pcv Valve, do you recommend to change it? why? if yes, what mile or km?

[@SkyLinMegas]

thanks guys ... the mpi kit sounds interesting ...

[@fcpeuro]

its a pretty wild kit that APR offers, unfortunately on back order right now, we hope to have it back soon . www.fcpeuro.com/products/audi-vw-fueling-system-upgrade-kit-apr-ms100111

[@SkyLinMegas]

@@fcpeuro dumb question here, seeing as some tunes are displacement depending, would this work with the 1.8t? I have a 17 awd gsw with a 6 manual . Your website never explicitly offered support for my version .. just the automatics or a 5 speed like the fwd versions . I know the engines are the same , but the available tuning options differ

[@AL-kc4kg]

great video ! very helpful info, for carbon build up, would a catch can eliminate the problem?

[@andries514]

Yes it will.

[@Driving_Somewhere]

Invaluable info!!

[@djrocc-jamaica3527]

Great Video, how much different is the EA888 Gen4 Engine from this?

[@svengebert8690]

Awesome video! These timing cover issues are the same on the Gen1 with all the leaking. Would you consider making a video of water pump replacement?

[@fcpeuro]

Ask and yee shall receive Sven! kzbin.info/www/bejne/p53SiKqprbBgpNk

[@bsingh8048]

Can you please make video of coolant change and transmission oil change on Jetta 1.8tsi?

[@8gti9]

Great info. Thnx!

[@Aristocracyauto]

I have that car right behind ya brother. Tornado red mk6.5 gli love it

[@hernanavila3626]

Love this!!! I’m thinking about buying an mk7.5 GTI. This definitely helps!

[@fcpeuro]

Happy to help Hernan be sure to checkout out MK7 Buyers guide as well if you havent already! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqjdnpSBjs6dhcU

[@LaibachXY]

I love this engine👍🏻 380hp 2,0tsi no problems

[@brazibeatz5187]

Hey I got a quick question what’s the difference with vw tsi and Audi tfsi visually they look the same in my opinion

[@ChristKingJesus]

I cant believe you forgot the wastegate actuator! My Passat is going back and forth with limp mode, and now starting to "creep." And the dummies @ VW thought it was a good idea to have to wastegate built-in, so you cant try even try and attempt to stiffen the arm. Damn p0229 has been kicking my ass, but that's partly my fault lol... I really appreciate the info bro, I got my first sedan and it's a European car, so the transition has been a little rocky, especially having only standard size tools and learning they only use metric. That was annoying as hell at first, but I just got VCDS, so if you can do any videos on VCDS on how to code a turbo after replacing it, would be much appreciated🙏🏽 Look forward to the next video, subscribed. 🤝🏽

[@fcpeuro]

Metric, and a good set of triple squares will come in handy!

[@dylanjordan31]

Is it normal on a 2017 Jetta GLI to have oil residue/seepage on the intake coupler that hooks up to the intake side of the turbo? The dealership did overfill my oil during my last service.

[@lukem5]

Very helpful!

[@saigoneze4465]

Can you do a video on the Gen2 ea888 please and also on the 7spd dsg

[@NOTaGLI]

Mk6 and 6.5 Jetta’s and Gli’s have a non mqb version of the gen 3 motor. Mk7 golfs gti r Jetta and glis have an mqb version of the gen 3 motor. Fueling and turbo are different between those motors for sure. Some people may not realize that with the way this video is titled.

[@pw5192]

I need some info & help RE; 2016 polo 1.8 gti tsi bluemotion 192hp DAJA. I have noticed a very small amount of engine oil on the spark plug thread on the last cylinder (air filter side), i believe that the leak is coming from the valve cover seal around that spark plug& dripping onto the nut of the spark plug , i think that when i removed that plug the oil dripped down the crush washer onto the thread ? The actual spark gap is normal & dry. So i now need to reseal the valve cover but there is a lot of hoses , valves etc to move so i can lift the valve cover out, i cant find any vids on how to do this on this engine , im no stranger to doing valve cover gasket relpacements but this one has made me think twice about doing it myself , i need as much info & help with this as possible , am i over thinking this task or is it a relatively easy task?? Normally a valve cover gasket job is a easy & straight forward proccess, obviously my engine is chain driven but will i mess the timing up when i remove the valve cover ? I dont want to undo anything that i dont need to undo or remove ,i just want to do the easiest straight forward way to do this . Tools are not an issue as i have the relevant tools needed . Thanks in advance If you or anyone has done this proceedure on the same engine ir has found a tutorial vid of it on this engine please can you let me know it will be very much appreciated , my email address is [e-mail]

[@vivanmarcusmoodley2354]

Hi, when replacing the upper timing cover gasket, do we need to drain oil

[@TheRallyCoop]

Yes the cam cover also leaks oil. The dealer charges 8 hours labor to reseal. Can you comment more on the scan tool parameters relating to timing chain stretch? Great video as always!

[@mrich7363]

I've just change mines, took about 3 hours.

[@Tcflohr]

Obdeleven can do it for cheap. I'm at 145k miles and have 0.4% deviation on intake timing and 0% exhaust. They're definitely better than the mk6

[@TheRallyCoop]

@@Tcflohr can you share the name of the PID?

[@309gti8]

I tried reading it with my OBD11 but couldn’t figure it out. It just like wouldn’t register.

[@nunolopes969]

Very good

[@bandgeekforever100]

This makes me wonder if the EA113 motor is better. I'm looking at getting a Golf R. I know the cam follower has issues. But I know there is a fix for it as well

[@CaptnF3L1X]

You don't need to remove the intake manifold to replace the water pump assembly, vw actually recommends not to do that

[@nataliamaruniak]

Hello, the question is whether the intake manifold flaps must be blocked before installation?

[@MrTheHillfolk]

Ive got a gen 3 apart right now for a water pump ,and the intake is off. Its not too bad in the ports, its not great either. Its got 91k, whats typical mileage before needing an intake clean?

[@MrRubenixa]

Awesome informative video....if only the gli could use other parts from a gti

[@fcpeuro]

Sooo close yet soooo far....

[@marzzgli1278]

Doesn’t the 2019+ GLI have the exact same engine at the GTI?

[@mik55tv22]

@@marzzgli1278 exactly the same engine transmission suspension brakes and tuning the only difference is the trunk

[@shaneinfinity4597]

@@marzzgli1278 yupp just sucks I like the way my 2014 looks waaay better then the newer one but I can't even get a tune for a big turbo set up for mine :(

[@ZL8R]

@@shaneinfinity4597 yes you can. there are 3 different big turbo upgrades for the gen 3 glis.

[@Pinozcyclezandridez]

My car has every single problem he’s talking about minus the broken pan

[@reecenaidoo9587]

😂

[@vekeyes3861]

After how many kilometers you started facing these problems

[@bjrkK]

Does these issues also address the gen 3b “miller cycle” engine?

[@uberpelaaja]

Do you have a video for gen1

[@ricardoarohenapagan9149]

Great informative video!

[@fcpeuro]

Thanks Ricardo glad you found it informative!

[@dirkdesouza5975]

Great video, how long would it take in useage before these "leaks" start? Just ordered a Mk 8 Golf R and concerned.

[@vital_motion1718]

Mk8’s have e888 gen 4 not the gen 3 motor found in mk7’s it’s possible they updated the design

[@sanjeevkarir6562]

I want to purchase polo car. Which engine i choose sir pl tell me. Saw ur all vedios. Best vedio.

[@hishonline]

I have a skoda superb with 2.0 tsi which produce 280 hp and 350 Nm. When is the right time to check for carbonization please?

[@985live]

I have a 2014 VW Jetta 1.8l I’ve been trying to find a Pcv value for my car. I’ve looked on rockauto they are sold out? Where else can I find one?

[@Hermetic_]

Great video. But I’m now demotivated from buying a Mk7 😮

[@aIbercik]

Hi, what kind / brand ignition spark you recommended to this engine?

[@chinconcuac2003]

Hello, cuestión: this engine is same for Audi A3 2020 ? Thanks

[@TheCinderellaman10]

Thus must apply to my cupra 290 ea888 gen 3 engine also

[@evolusd]

Longtime Toyota owner considering a lightly used Audi A5. You're scaring me bruh!

[@ablam8]

I learned to look at my engine, but to let the pros work on it. I have 2016 model.

[@kohkoheh1771]

What is Intake manifold runner stuck open bank 1 ?

[@maurobry]

Nice information 👍 How about some MK5 Jetta TDI, 2.5, 2.0 content 🤷‍♂️

[@bojned]

Golf 10 will have plastic cams, pistons and crankshaft. The amount of plastic used to make EA888 is appalling.

[@dogchainsaw3923]

You’d be surprised the Toyota Camrys engine has more plastic.

[@paulschab8152]

It's the norm across most manufacturers today... VAG isn't the only one lol

[@randomhobby3729]

Sure. Bmw not, right?

[@NNN-rc2vc]

😂😂😂

[@mstar501]

​@@randomhobby3729I believe BMW was one of the first to introduce a plastic intake manifold on its 6 cylinder engines... benefit is the nice and smooth intake inside structure...

[@geovannycarrion6221]

Hey I have a 2915 x1xdrive 35i trying to change the oxygen sensors how I can get to the top one hardness

[@saefhindi6184]

Recently noticed engine oil around Plastic oil pan of my 1.8T gen 3. Dealer cleaned area and will check it again in 2 weeks. They think the oil coming from top of engine ! Car under warranty. No low oil level. What it can be ? Thanks

[@cruisey9857]

So what generation is my 2010 Passat TSI? It's also an EA888? Cuz OBDEleven says it's a CCTA?

[@NA0533]

What about Gen4? Any reliability improvements?

[@REVolutionsAutomobile]

@fcpeuro I get an engine whine on my 2016 S3. Most audible in sport mode between 2500-3800rpm. There a few videos on KZbin. Nobody can diagnose it. Belt off and still makes noise. Any knowledge of this issue and remedy?

[@teemeaux3830]

whats mileages do problems usually start?

[@shirwilwalters3]

Hi everyone I just want to know why is my thermostat motor burning for the second time on replacing thermostat housing water pump is there maybe a electrical fault any help? And what might the voltage be

[@tonypaez33]

Just bought a certified used 2017 GLI with 52k miles. It's it worth 2455 US dollars for a protection plan/warranty of an additional 60k miles or 5 years?

[@miloklaus5683]

Looking to replace MK5 tdi 103kw with 250k on clock. I was looking at mk7 all track with 1.8tsi but after seeing the video I’m not sure.

[@biurorainbow9458]

Hello Engine from Audi A3 2015 1.8 TFSI CNS with one timing phaser this is Gen 3 Engine?

[@AYPOD]

I just got to the point that my water pump is leaking... Going to do it on monday , but i got the dual injection version since i live in germany, car has now 120.000 km , i feel like this engin hasn't got a lot of life time even with good usage.. isnt the same as a 6 Cyl. car from BMW for example which can easily run 200.000

[@alane1000]

Does anyone know where exactly the crank shaft position sensor is on the mk7 gti???

[@Kiss__Kiss]

Since this is a VW mentioning video(Although I see an S3 mentioned in the title), would the 2018+ Audi allroad fall under these oil leaking condition? or is this primarily only for the transverse mounted engines?

[@evomottiionz1023]

yes

[@Kiss__Kiss]

@@evomottiionz1023 Yes to what?

[@TylerSmithMusic1]

It’s still the same engine families yes this pertains to you

[@chinconcuac2003]

This engine is same for Audi Q3 2020 ?

[@mr.shhnow6294]

Can i put a mk6 gti accesport on my mk6.5 gli

[@Daniel-zr4pk]

are BHZ and CDLA gen2 or Gen3??

[@fuhrerpolizei86]

Watching this video is just so depressing for me as a Mk7R owner...

[@austin6211]

Makes me want to sell my car😅

[@Dcc357]

One way to let your timing chains last is don't follow VW's extended oil change interval. Get that crap drained out of your engine at 3k-5k miles and change it with whatever oil spec VW wants. Edit: Yeah I commented before he said 5,000 miles lol.

[@SonOfTheDawn515]

I did 3k on my MK4 GLS and 5k on my 2.5 SE. I was generally a quarter bottle low with the MK6 each time. Wasn't too concerned.

[@jims.3987]

I do every 3k miles, and when I am done I pour the oil all over bald eagle nests in the forest.

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

So.... basically these are a nightmare. Thanks!

[@OGxSoup]

Manifold and carbon cleaning is 100 percent coming your way.

[@chrispetty5058]

Does anyone have any idea when you should replace the 2 capsules in the coolant expansion tank? I have asked several experienced VW techs and no one knows 1 what the purpose is and 2 when to replace them or if they are needed. My concern is what happens if they break and leak in to the cooling system clogging heater core or radiator.

[@bobd9916]

Take them out, they serve no purpose

[@eponymous7910]

Flushing the coolant every four years and changing the coolant exp tank at the same time is a prudent move. Replacement tanks generally don't come with silica capsules inside...

[@peterpabian]

90k miles on my MK7. water pump was replaced 10k miles ago. No oil leaks to speak of.

[@SonOfTheDawn515]

@Bryce Czirr I never had mine cleaned. MK4 GLS 15 years 135k miles. Died in wreck. MK6 2.5 SE lasted 8 or 9 years at eighty something thousand and killed by a wreck (I seem to be a target - bit hit a total of about 5 or 6 times in my life). To be fair it never occurred to me but nothing ever happened to indicate it was necessary.

[@danieltseperis-edokaitora1657]

I believe Gen 3 version has a PORT fuel rail aside with the direct injection. Is it still there the carbon build up problem?

[@johnallan1134]

Nope.. I've cjeb engine but got carbon flush anyway.. Not a lot came out. Better set up in euro engine

[@MilosStevanovic1]

Got new VW Tiguan 2020 and noticed my car is being low on the oil. Took it two times to a dealership and they told me it is not leaking and that lose of oil is acceptable. It even says so in the manual, I just can’t believe that lose of oil (being that is small) it is still acceptable with EA888 engine.

[@factslogic5927]

All engine consumes oil. Only excessive oil use is bad

[@TheMapleleafs21]

Do you know if any problems with the new GLI engines?

[@SonOfTheDawn515]

This is that engine.

[@745Filipe745]

My 2012 passat 2.0 TSI is giving me trouble to start cold. It refuses to start at first, no ligths on the dash. Eventually, after 5 or 6 tries it starts. Only when cold. Does anybody have a clue on whats is going on?

[@allenseferagic8247]

I wanted one until I watched this video thanks! 😂

[@thejaydot5194]

Has anyone had a problem with rough idling when just sitting park? I had my check engine light come and it said I had misfires in cylinder 1,2 and 4. Does this problem sound similar to anyone else’s?

[@jonathanstotz1868]

My mk6.5 1.8t has rough idle on cold starts, which diminishes in sport mode or after driving for a bit. Pulled code P0441 - EVAP system, incorrect flow detected. Also had misfires like you're saying, and camshaft over-advanced. Fuel trim went up to 32% at some points while revving in park. I don't wanna throw parts and time at it so I'm gonna take it to a shop. Engine power seems fine, pulls well on the freeway but the engine bucks so hard on cold starts.

[@samgab]

Watching a video like this makes me feel squeamish about my 2017 S3 with 60K Miles...

[@SonOfTheDawn515]

As long as you don't run it ragged you should be fine. Keep up with maintenance and have a full check every couple of years if you drive a lot.

[@siyasangasigila7587]

What about the catalytic converter? At 100 000kms my catalytic converter got clogged. Replacing it would have costed over $2k so I decided to decat it. Model : Audi A3 1.8TFSI Year : 2014 Engine: EA888 gen 3 Code: CJSA

[@fcpeuro]

catalytic converters do have a working life, but a lot of the time they becomed clogged due to other issues, like excessive oil burning or running rich

[@abijithraiyer]

What oil grade should i use for this engine? Should I stick to the same oil grade I've done stage 3 for this?

[@jims.3987]

If you don't stick to the factory recommended oil change intervals, why would you stick to the factory recommended oil weight? I don't. 110k and only preventive maintenance so far.

[@gezdipz5425]

Makes me want to dodge buying one,yet my dad has a gtd great car 👌

[@sunxero8321]

How exactly can one tell which version (gen1, gen2, gen3) of the EA888 engine they have?

[@johnallan1134]

The codes are in the boot/trunk

[@carlosgrajeda8590]

What is the difference between the engine in the 19 (usa) 2.0 Tiguan and the (usa) 2.0 (GTI)? Is it tuning? Turbo? internals?

[@SlowBoiGang]

Its basically a tuned down engine. I believe they have the same IS20 turbo

[@carlosgrajeda8590]

@@SlowBoiGang thanks for the reply.. That makes my mind up about getting a tune on it from APR.

[@SlowBoiGang]

@@carlosgrajeda8590 nice. I heard that tune really wakes up the car

[@blakereed1986]

I just got a 21 tiguan and a apr stage 1 tune, its awesome. About to replace cold air, turbo pipe and a ecs bov..

[@larshoneytoast3082]

Traded in my 2016 Golf for a 2018 Corolla 👍

[@floydblandston108]

You know that depression is treatable, right? Buying a Corolla tells me you should be calling some sort of helpline.

[@gunnargeroy8406]

@@floydblandston108 😂😂😂😂💀

[@Dcc357]

My reliable vehicle is a 21 year old Toyota Tacoma V6 and then my Mk7.5 GTI is brand new. I get to spend years with it before things break lol (or at least break under warranty).

[@saefhindi6184]

Under what mileage I should consider changing Timing Chain and Water pump please ?

[@fcpeuro]

Hi Saef, the chain has no interval as it is not a service item, however for the water pump they tend to last anywhere from 60k-100k.

[@saefhindi6184]

@@fcpeuro thank you for quick reply. I noticed leak from upper timing cover and only has 45,000 miles. As changing timing cover, what else I should look for please ? Thanks

[@vekeyes3861]

@@saefhindi6184 which car is this gti/tiguan?,I have purchased 2022 tiguan 2.0 tsi(india)

[@saefhindi6184]

@@vekeyes3861 its 2019 Golf Sportwagen 1.8T 4 motion DSG transmission. I will mention it to dealer in next visit

[@tylercorbiere1713]

What is the most reliable Jetta engine? I’m looking to get into a Jetta from 2014-2018

[@SlowBoiGang]

The 2.5 5cyl is a work horse and can get 300k easily with proper maintenance. Its not the fastest or the best mod friendly engine but its good. Just keep in mind that any engine will treat you right if you treat it right.

[@tylercorbiere1713]

@@SlowBoiGang which would you deem the easiest to work on? I love being hands on and I always fix everything myself as much as I can. I’d like to do some simple modifications but I’m looking for one that’s the easiest to work on and will get the best gas mileage.

[@SlowBoiGang]

@@tylercorbiere1713 I've had the 2.0(non turbo), 2.5 5cyl and the 2.0T. All three have been pretty easy to work on so if you had to choose I'd also factor in your goals. Do you want performance or just a car to go from A to B.

[@tylercorbiere1713]

@@SlowBoiGang I’m not really looking for performance. I’d probably put a new intake, bov(if turbocharged), better intake manifold possibly and the rest would mostly just be aesthetics, maybe new exhaust tips and a little bit more aggressive muffler. I’d like features such as sunroof, push start, command start(I could install it), and Apple car play. I’ve always driven a manual but I’ve been considering getting a auto for my daily and building something else as a project. Biggest goal is to remove the thought of “what’s going to go wrong next” as I have a Mercedes c230 06 currently.

[@SlowBoiGang]

@@tylercorbiere1713 you should look for a used Jetta GLI then. Very mod friendly, the 2.0T is great. The sedan is nice over the GTI hatch in my opinion. You can make a solid 300hp and still get great mpgs in a comfortable ride thats good for cruising.

[@bradleysnay2223]

My Gen3 GLI has a metal oil pan. I bought the car new from the dealer with it in 2016. 🤔

[@jacobcooley5266]

So does mine, a 2014. Although mine may have been replaced before I owned it

[@TheMohitp]

My Gen 3 Jetta has a metal oil pan, I haven't got any replacements

[@surething1656]

Are you talking about the 2.0L turbo engines?

[@fcpeuro]

We sure are, specifically the 2.0 TSI/TSFI turbo engines.

[@danarsurchi9098]

Vw Jetta gli is the best

[@DC-sk1vk]

I have 2016 beetle with 1.8tsi. Is this 3rd gen?

[@willie123811]

Yeah

[@Charles-xm7oc]

What in y'alls opinion is a reasonable price on a timing chain replacement. I got quoted 3200$ from a dealership. On a 14.5 GLI

[@muratsol2679]

That’s alot . Go to local European mechanic , they will do probably max $2000.. i got price before $1000 parts and 1200 around labor..

[@johnallan1134]

@@muratsol2679 1000 for a timing chain you nuts? Where you getting these prices from no more than 150 in pounds sterling.. That's for a good one.. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧

[@muratsol2679]

@@johnallan1134 those price is for america, and this s the cheapest price:) i usually buy parts from FCPEURO.

[@HeronCalaris]

@@johnallan1134 yes John. The reason is "This is America" and we get abused everyday by all tipe of insurance ( Auto and Medical).... And all around car dealerships, Bad service, abuse, Bad service.... More abu$e. It's just endemic.