VW T5 / T6 Van Heater Installation ( How to guide for camper van)

[@scopex2749]

Great stuff. I have been procrastinating for 2 years over covid putting off doing this work NOW its time to crack on! Its finally time for the T5 to get its heater!

[@cyrilmoussoki3193]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful video. Greetings from France.

[@ZolaBolingo]

You deserve more views and subs. Thank you for sharing because i learnt .., Wow. Greetings from France.

[@richardockenden8669]

Very helpfull video precise and clear. The only smll point I would mention is the nuts on the bracket had no spring washers but the bolts to the chassis you used spring washers and loctite. After 10 years of owning my van I might get around to this job now with confidence .Thankyou.

[@nissssann]

Nice video, I've always wondered though when watching these Heater installations why you don't use the existing fuel line to the webasto engine heater? Is it because they are not usually installed in UK, or is it another reason?

[@davidr7236]

Thank you so much for the effort you went to in recording and explaining this, it makes it very clear what level of skill and determination one should have to try to diy this and I have a lot but you've convinced me to pay a local equivalent of your business here in Australia.

[@clausmonsson4799]

Super video, excellent explained and filmed

[@markrobinson8575]

What a good idea, iv struggled like mad putting mine under passenger seat wish I saw this video

[@simonleslie656]

Perfect presentation. Pace and content exceptional. Shame I’m in Australia and can’t purchase off you.

[@kiravans5874]

Try Southern Spirit Campervans (www.sscampervans.com) They may have what you are looking for, or might be able to get hold of something for you.

[@piemanrmc]

This is amazing, Thank you. W have 4motion and plan for off-road, can this still be submerged if water crossing?

[@kiravans5874]

The manual advises that it should not be mounted near any water sources and protect it from any splashing or road debris. We do not therefore recommend that it is suitable for installation on a vehicle that will be used for off-road water crossings.

[@johnstanton8499]

Excellent clear instructions Thanks

[@roostaraver]

whats the best way to treat the metal and seal around holes where pipes go through the newly cut holes

[@viktordoychev8622]

Hi, I was also wondering how to seal the small holes around pipes and the newly cut holes. Did you find a solution?

[@FazzaFazza]

Very detailed video and concise as well as clear information, you make it look very easy!! It looks like it would be a lot of work on my own!! I'm amazed it does not have more views, maybe retitle as "VW T5 Van heater installation?" Thankyou for posting

[@kiravans5874]

Hey, thanks Fazza - that's a good idea, I might re-title!

[@thefrenchfarmer194]

Fixing the diesel heater under the chassis will not be a problem in a rainy day ?

[@pdubs7831]

Cracking explanation

[@LifeCinematicOnline]

Super clear instruction and solid detail. Great stuff!

[@risanzdi]

Very helpful! I made an almost identical installation of a Webasto heater on my VWT6. I found that a lot of noise is coming in through the hot air outlet. Does anyone experience the same? Any ideas on how to reduce that noise? Thanks!

[@davidhawes7783]

Hi. Very useful video. You mention the plastic tray in reference to making a hole for the heater exhaust... does the plastic tray completely cover over the heater. I'm concerned for my heater getting covered in road dirt and water. Also, how much flexibility is there in where the hot air supply goes through the floor into the van? I'd like to fit my leisure battery and fuse box etc under the seat too and cant work out if the heater duct will make this impossible. If I can move where the ducting comes through the floor back a bit from where you show it, it might just all fit Thanks David

[@davidbenson1194]

Hi guys, great video. Great alternative to the more expensive heaters. Any advice or videos for fitting this in a transit custom as they have a different set up for getting into the diesel tank. Thanks again guys!

[@kiravans5874]

Sorry. We've not tried it in a Transit. Maybe try one of the Transit forums.

[@vennibergs]

Great video, I have one question, what is the reason for taking cold air from the inside of the van, will it not be more humid that way ?

[@kiravans5874]

I'm not sure of the science but I think it because once the van is up to a comfortable temp then the heater will not have to work so hard to convert 'warm' intake air into 'hot' output air. I guess it makes it more economical.

[@chrisb5839]

Cold air from inside the van eliminates the risk of drawing in contaminated air from combustion gasses.

[@coreystrain1128]

Hey great video, how does the two clips work when disconnecting the fuel tank ?

[@kiravans5874]

Thank you for your message they have small spring-loaded locking clips

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

I like this setup mounted underneath the van. Saves space but for me more importantly less chances of exhaust gases inside the van. One question, is it worth insulating the heat pipe where it is below the van floor? Great video thanks

[@kiravans5874]

You could insulate it but in this set-up the actual exposed length under the van is so short that negligible heat loss would occur.

[@Cathal2637]

Great tutorial guys.. Im 3/4's of the way through the installation now and honestly I'd be screwed without this video. I have one question about the leisure battery under the driver's seat. What type/size is it and did you need to raise the drivers seat with spacers in order for it to fit?

[@kiravans5874]

It's this one linked here: www.kiravans.co.uk/products/leisure-battery-95-amp-354mm-long-x-174mm-wide-x-175mm-high

[@kiravans5874]

It will fit under a T5 driver seat fine, but only if you don't have a swivel. If you do have a swivel it will need to have raising shims (for instance, the RIB drivers swivel).

[@multicloud6313]

Hello, Thanks for the video, the air pipes that go up into the seat how to make you watertight with the exterior

[@kiravans5874]

Hi, you can seal around the pipes using a suitable mastic sealant. Use a heat resistant type around the heater duct.

[@Convert2camper]

Great video , I’m About to fit to my t6.1 which had ad blue , is there any addition info for a can with ad blue when it comes to dropping the tank Thanks

[@kiravans5874]

Hi Damien, there is additional info out there for vans with AdBlue but I haven't done one yet so I can't help I'm afraid. Try giving the guys at MV Heating a ring - they may know and are very approachable. Good luck & let us know what you find out :)

[@ciarabeattie5197]

Hi, we followed your video for install in our T6 which was great and the heater is working fine. However we are unable to start the engine. We believe it's due to the fuel pump needing to be primed as there is no longer any diesel in it. In minute 5:04 in your video when we disconnected these pipes alot of diesel came out which we believe then drained the fuel pump. Do you have any advice for priming the pump without VCDS software? Thanks in advance

[@kiravans5874]

Sorry, our level of expertise doesn’t extend to engine mechanics. I’m not sure why the diesel leaked out as these connectors should have automatic cut-off valves, which seal the end of the pipes when removed. I hope you get it sorted without too much trouble

[@jimmair2874]

Hi did you sort this? Just disconnected the pipes and steady steam of fuel……..

[@simongibbs8816]

@@jimmair2874 did you have the same problem? If so how did you rectify? thanks

[@jimmair2874]

@@simongibbs8816 It seemed like an alarming amount of fuel coming out at first (hence my comment on here) but in the end I just let it drain into a tray and it stopped pretty quickly. I didn't have any engine issues as a result, however I was surprised by this, given that a significant amount of air must have entered the system, going by the amount of fuel that came out. Maybe I was just lucky! Sorry if that's a bit vague but I don't want to mislead anyone.

[@sigriffin2501]

How do you undo those fuel pipes without damaging the plastic connectors. Nice vid but that's just not clear

[@jonathonclarke2296]

Cracking video. Did you have to turn the leisure battery to sit front to back under the seat to get the ducting through? Or did you squeeze it alongside it's original position?

[@kiravans5874]

I don't have that van anymore but from memory it had quite a small battery, which I kept in it's original position. The ducting just about fitted beside it but it was a squeeze!

[@ettoreriga]

Very good video, just a question: can I take cold air from outside without drilling hole under seatpost or cold air must be taken from inside the van? Thank's

[@kiravans5874]

Unsure on this but using cold air from inside your van is more efficient due to being generally warmer air.

[@chrisb5839]

Taking cold air from outside could be contaminated with the combustion gasses.

[@alandavies5536]

Hi, Do the under floor panels fit back once the heater is fitted under the van, to protect from road damage?.

[@kiravans5874]

Yes, the under-van plastic covers all fit back in place to protect the van and the heater unit itself. You just need to cut a small hole for the exhaust to pass through.

[@davidhawes7783]

@@kiravans5874 Ah, just found this response, ignore my questions above! -apart from the bit about ducting position. Thanks

[@almave80]

Thanks fantastic tuto! Im going to install it in my vw T6. I have a little dude...in T6 model, the adblue tank...its a problem for take down the gasoil tank? Thanks, have a nice day!

[@kiravans5874]

Hi, I don't know about the adblue tank unfortunately as I haven't tried to drop a fuel tank on that type of van before. I'm sure there is a way to do it but the answer will be on another forum. Good luck!

[@jhfozzy]

The standpipe is too long (170mm recommended by Eberspaecher) and isn't cut at an angle, any reason for this? If the standpipe is too long it can drain the tank below the van's engine pickup, preventing you starting the van.

[@kiravans5874]

Hi, good point. When I made this vid I just measured the depth of the tank and took a few cm of that for the pipe length. I'm happy to endorse Eberspacher's 170mm and angled end cut :)

[@StephenHartleyBrundrett]

Part number for the bit that goes in the tank Pls . 👍

[@davidbenson1194]

Hi guys, just a quick question. What is the blue fuel line that comes with the kit for? Possibly a stupid question!

[@kiravans5874]

The blue tubing is another length of fuel pipe. It’s not completely necessary if the customer only wants to use the clear fuel pipe, but if they do, then it goes between the fuel pump and the heater.

[@davidbenson1194]

@@kiravans5874 no problem. I used the clear the whole way. Heater in and working well!!!

[@tobywan12]

Hi, I am looking at doing this myself but have a question. What stops the heater unit and all the connections getting covered in mud and rain etc etc from the road. The heater doesn't look to waterproof? Sorry if that's a daft question.

[@kiravans5874]

Hi Toby, there's a piece of trim that goes back in place and completely covers the heater once it is installed. It basically protects the heater from the elements. I guess if you drove through flood water over the level of your door sills it would get wet but that is generally not recommended.

[@tonymarseillanguasmi4718]

I am interested in this heater but i have 2 questions: What is happening when you travel in the mountains, lets say above 1800m of altitude. Because there is less oxygen does it affect the heater? ( i love to spend time in mountains... :) ) And when the heater in mounted outside the vehicle , does the cold affect it? I travel in cold country like finland and other so the temperature is like 0 to - 15 c°. Those two questions are the only things that keep me from buying one of those from you! :) Great product anyway! Tony.

[@kiravans5874]

Hi Tony, sorry for the slow reply! You have probably already solved your problem but I'll answer anyway for the benefit of others. The working temperature range of the MV Airo2 is -40 degrees C up to +20 degrees C. I can't find any info on altitude unfortunately.

[@Andrey500SWE]

@@kiravans5874 normaly i would say its not altitude sensitive unless youre not at the top of Everest. If the car is running fine, than heater will run as well.

[@wilwilliams6109]

drill the diesel tank? Can you fit a small tank for the heater only please?

[@kiravans5874]

Yes, that will work - and make the installation process easier. Just be aware that the diesel pump makes a clicking noise, which is less noticeable if mounted outside the van.

[@StickyBaldieAdrian]

Do you have a video for mounting it under the front seat?

[@kiravans5874]

I don't have a video of fitting it under the front seat but there is a link to our printed fitting guide on the product page on our website. www.kiravans.co.uk/amfile/file/download/file_id/56/product_id/1060/

[@simonfryer8609]

Hi @kiravans I’m fitting this onto a Peugeot boxer. When you fit it under the van on a T5/6does the heater sit under the protective panels? I’m a little worried as the Peugeot doesn’t have there panels and the heater will be exposed. Do you think this will be ok?

[@kiravans5874]

Hi, yes the heater is protected by the plastic covers under the van on a T5/T6. I'm not familiar with the Boxer but it sounds like you may benefit from making up a simple cover to protect your heater form road debris etc. Might be possible to get a local metal worker to fold a cheap 1mm steel box, which you could screw under the van..?

[@JohnSmith-lk8cy]

What would happen when you drive through a deep puddle?

[@samstorton8763]

If you intend on driving through deep water then it would be better to install your heater internally. Water damage would not be covered under the manufacturers warranty.

[@Ortim38]

7.5mm hole for m8 tap is too big, needs to be 6.75mm.

[@kiravans5874]

Thanks for the advice 👍, if I do another heater fit video I'll use that info.

[@zerotoadventure]

Can't I just add a T-joint to an existing fuel line? Let's say my van already has an engine preheater(which is another diesel-powered heater), can I just tap into the fuel line that runs there?

[@kiravans5874]

Hi, you may be able to but I don't know enough about these to recommend that. You'd be best to contact MV Heating, who supply us, and talk it through with them.

[@allthegearuk]

Hello, great video. I have a transit custom. Are there any big differences between this install and one on a transit custom? The main battery on the transit is under the drivers seat so this would be one difference at least.

[@kiravans5874]

Hi, I haven't tried to install one of these in a Transit Custom so can't comment unfortunately. Good luck & let us know how you get on if you go ahead with this.

[@Max-sr5yz]

Anyone Can tell me which fuel tube goes from tank to engine ? Blue or black tube ?

[@kiravans5874]

Sorry Max, I've never taken a look to see which is the feed and which is the return. I'm sure someone on a forum will know :)