Volkswagen VR6 Engine Valve Cover Gasket & PCV System Replacement (R32, Jetta, Audi Q7, & more)

►The Volkswagen VR6 engine was shared across many models in the VW family but is best known in the VW GTI R32. This unique engine has some quirks that make maintaining them a little bit more difficult. One such maintenance item is the valve cover gasket, which tends to leak, leading to a lengthy repair.
Cory is back to walk you through step by step in removing the valve cover and replacing the valve cover gasket along with a few other items while the engine is apart. Although this job can look intimidating, it is relatively simple and can be completed by any at-home mechanic.
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[@Esto_Cortes]

Videos like this is why I support fcp

[@fcpeuro]

We apprecaite you Esteban!

[@akapaxed7845]

on my 2013 vr6 passat, none of this is necessary.all you gotta do it’s take the manifold off, all the backing of the manifold. pop the coils, and then you are free to remove the valve cover.

[@RS69001]

Many many thanks, very good job !!!

[@patrickjrgensen738]

It helped a lot couse my dads VW with 3,2 is leaking at the PCV. Thanks and good video

[@benjaminmarouski3487]

Some great camera work on this for a diy...

[@joshuastauffer8434]

Those wheels look great on the Mk5

[@davlab1868]

Many thanks !!!!!!! very very beautiful vidéo

[@thesalvistyle5802]

That was an awesome video, thank you for posting. Very informative and detailed.

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[@gideonzayn7237]

@Ezra Garrett Glad I could help xD

[@jamesk3565]

Im glad vw learned from this and made the newer vr6 a 2-piece manifold.... soooooo much easier to remove

[@fcpeuro]

Its always refreshing to see a company learn from their "mistakes"

[@notthatdrew5818]

Can this newer design 2 piece intake manifold be retrofitted to a 2008 TT VR6? What models feature the 2 piece manifold? Thank you.

[@martingilbert1780]

Nah, it's easy. Just take the front end off! ;)

[@GeordanDuncan-mw8km]

That torque tensioner hand driver is awesome

[@rodrigoalvarez8662]

thank you for the tips !!!!!!

[@HotRod-wv4vm]

boy this is a very big job 😮 if I had the money 💰 I would rather pay

[@justinmiles977]

Good vid. Thanks. Where did the carbon fiber R logo trim on the intake come from?

[@cabbie2111]

Thank you!!

[@fcpeuro]

You are welcome!

[@BigTitsEat4Free]

This video is the shit, props to you guys

[@kevinsheth90]

You guys make amazing videos they are sooo informative. Do you guys by any chance can make 2017 A6 2.0T (C7) DIY videos!? Cheers

[@fcpeuro]

We dont have much for C7 right now, but that will change in the future! Thanks for watching Kevin

[@babagandu]

@@fcpeuro any tips for B6 R36 ?

[@mohammedabdo47]

Awesome, my mk5 R32 is throwing oil from dipstick is this problem related to PCV valve?

[@gavanphotography7814]

How similar is this to do on a 12V 2.8 VR6 for the PCV replacement portion?

[@nokenel]

So you can reuse the bolts for the intake manifold?

[@berniejaw6552]

Thanks for posting. Since going this far, do you recommend to go further and change head gasket as well?

[@fcpeuro]

Opening the head and changing the gasket opens up a whole new world of procedures and maintenance neededing to be done, so typically if the valve cover gasket is the issue, we stick to that

[@philiplee7604]

Another high quality video in terms of content and production! May I suggest giving a idea of how much time each DIY job takes should a subscriber decide to have an independent shop do the work.

[@fcpeuro]

Thank Philip, we will add estimated book time on each job in the intros moving forward it was something we had always intended to do "difficulty" and "Est time" even a cost estimate. Thanks for watching and suggesting!

[@philiplee7604]

@@fcpeuro Much appreciated! Many Thanks

[@Comet-hn3gm]

@@fcpeuro so what is the estimated time for this on a 2005 TT. Any help is appreciated. Thanks

[@PeloMR2]

Great video! Is this basically the same job for a Passat R36?

[@fcpeuro]

It may be a similar process, yes! Glad you like the video!

[@s1_vbe]

Great info and detail , what after market air box heat shield is that.

[@fcpeuro]

That is the CTS Turbo air intake system for the MK5 R32!

[@chandlerhunt7416]

Different on Porsche Cayennes. Their high pressure fuel system has to be partially removed. The high pressure fuel pump and also one of the fuel rails.

[@mbrunocondello]

I swear that it looks exactly the same as my touareg 3.2 - is the intake manifold the same ? Looks exactly the same ? I broke one of my coolant hose connectors when re installing - top video !!

[@fcpeuro]

They are verrryyy similar if not identical. That's why this DIY actually pertains to so many vehicles! Hopefully you got it sorted out bruno!

[@caydenvancamp4244]

Will this work for an 02 24v?

[@kamata93]

This should apply to the Passat B6 3.2 FSI correct?

[@mac1099]

will the kit that is linked fit for 06 Audi A3 8P VR6?

[@bernardaflores1720]

Is it possible to inspect the upper timing belt chain and tensioner at this time? With the intake out the seals for the intake runner should easy to replace.

[@austinr8501]

Seconded

[@fcpeuro]

So the great thing with these cars is that timing chain stretch can be monitored with a VCDS cable. We carry these on our website as well. You will be able to search the timing parameters and see exactly where your timing chain stretch lies and whether it is time to replace them or not! Link below to our website with VCDS cables! www.fcpeuro.com/products/audi-vw-vcds-diagnostic-interface-ross-tech-vchn_10

[@bernardaflores1720]

@@fcpeuro Thanks to the reply and idea of how to monitor the timing!

[@7spower998]

Hi Cory, excellent how-to video. European car engines don't use PCV but CBV/PRV - Crankcase Breather Valve/Pressure Regulating Valve aka CCV - Crankcase Valve. Both function identically, but they have different designs and shapes. A PCV has cylindrical steel or aluminum inside with a spring-loaded piston valve that regulates engine crankcase pressure and housed in a metal body. On the other hand, CBV/PRV is a complex design that uses a cylinder or box shape with a spring-loaded rubber/silicone diaphragm to regulate the pressure. Some of them are integrated into the valve cover.

[@chrisgaulding4820]

VW uses a pcv. I have a Passat and Touareg. At least up to 2012

[@7spower998]

@@chrisgaulding4820 US & Asian car makers use PCV. European car makers use CBV/PRV (CCV).

[@7spower998]

@@chrisgaulding4820 No, VAG cars use CBV/PRV. I have an Audi A4 Avant quattro turbo, and it has a CBV/PRV. You can only get the CBV at the dealer or European car parts store. On the other hand, you can buy PCV valves at any automotive parts stores. The CBV/PRV is usually 2-3 x the price of the PCVs.

[@YAMAHA364]

Sure

[@franciscorubio3613]

How does this differ to the mk4 24v gli vr6 (of course the pvc valve) my spark plug coils are drenched in oil and missffiring

[@fcpeuro]

Very similar job between the two.

[@Smashedcrab2]

Hi mate, how long would you say this job took in terms of hours?

[@peteronister1488]

10 dAYS

[@AngelTorres-bw4un]

What’s the link for the orange gasket in the intake manifold?

[@fcpeuro]

Here you go! www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-audi-intake-manifold-gasket-elring-022133237c

[@brandenpalme5082]

Where did you get the Pcv valve?

[@fcpeuro]

We carry them on our catalog! Just search VAG-022103515B on our website!

[@andres8083able]

Is it really necessary to remove the front bumper and support

[@fcpeuro]

Removing the front bumper and placing the core support into "Service mode" truly opens up space in the engine bay and makes performing this job much easier. The Mkv engine bay with the 3.2 VR6 motor is quite crammed for space.

[@josephduran8083]

What the part number for a “2003 Jetta gli vr6 24v BDF” pvc valve. I can’t find it anywhere. Or at least a interchange

[@madscientistkicks]

It’s inside the valve cover. www.fcpeuro.com/products/vw-separator-genuine-vw-022103515b?ads_cmpid=12768022447&ads_adid=123949240507&ads_matchtype=&ads_network=g&ads_creative=515152297160&ads_targetid=pla-293946777986&ttv=2&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI3pSdu87o8AIVkovICh1HbQX1EAQYASABEgJh2PD_BwE

[@madscientistkicks]

Check compatibility

[@sebhall9269]

What carbon grille is that?

[@HuskedGoon49]

Karbonius.

[@cesarlazcano1983]

Will this kit fit a 2007 Audi A3 3.2?

[@fcpeuro]

Hi Cesar, unfortunately, we cannot confirm as we did not get that model equipped with the 3.2 here in the states. It would be best to try and get the OE part numbers for your vehicle and cross references what is available online, sorry for that!

[@y0gi-gamez842]

How do I have one then??

[@gtivr6253]

Where can I buy the Pcv valve I can’t find it anywhere please help me

[@fcpeuro]

Hi, those are available on FCPEuro.com and are also linked in the video description. VAG-022103515B

[@gtivr6253]

Thank you

[@notthatdrew5818]

I don't see the link for the PCV valve in the video, only for the gasket kit fyi.

[@lost_pidgeon]

all that for a valve cover gasket? my 97 camry took me 15 min.

[@Maynardtkrebs]

Garbage VW design. They all leak to force the buyer back to the dealer. Mine is leaking on 2017 Touareg with 60,000 miles. Just after the warranty expired. Good video, thanks.

[@cm.5023]

Good thing you have the newer easier to remove two-piece manifold.

[@babagandu]

@@cm.5023 how is it on Passat R36 ? My PCV valve seems to need to changed ... I rough idle

[@cm.5023]

@@babagandu It should be fairly easy depending on what year you have. The later models had the two piece manifolds like all of the 3.6's after 08 so no need to put the car in service mode. Pull the intake, coil packs and a few odds and ends them remove the manifold and valve cover. If you buy the entire valve cover you get the PCV so its a direct swap. If you get just the diaphragm you have to remove the PCV from the valve cover. Its doable but not easy as it may be stuck due to age.

[@babagandu]

@@cm.5023 Holy smoke ,,, yeah mines 09 ... hope I can do it ? There is oil all over the engine

[@cm.5023]

I did it for the first time on my wife's Touareg. I had no clue what I was doing and no workshop manual but I did it and it was not difficult at all. Just pay attention and have some triple square bits handy.

[@toddbob55]

My sister had a german car that thing was a complete POS.

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