DIY: Rear wiper delete plug
Thursday, April 24th, 2008 Posted in Rabbit/GTI | 2 Comments »DIY rear wiper delete Tools needed: 3/8 socket wrench 2” extension (optional) 10mm socket 13mm socket Phillips head screwdriver Needle nose pliers PB blaster Towel/rag Cleaning solution Supplies: Clear silicone zip ties (optional) 1” nylon hole plug(PURCHASE AT LOWE'S. on package says made by hillman 1" nylon hole plugs black. comes in quantity of ...
DIY: $25 PCV fix
Saturday, April 19th, 2008 Posted in 2.0T FSI | No Comments »(pictures courtesy of OOOO-A3) Typical disclaimer... do at your own risk... blah blah blah... Soooo.... I think many of you are now familiar with the PCV valve on the 2.0T engine. Its the second weak spot (second to the DV) on these engines. The failure ...
DIY: APR downpipe install
Friday, April 18th, 2008 Posted in 2.0T FSI | 2 Comments »Tools and supplies: PB Blaster (or other penetrating grease) Oxygen sensor wrench 1/2" drive socket wrench 3/8" drive socket wrench 16mm socket or 16mm wratcheting wrench 16mm deep socket 13mm socket 15mm socket 17mm socket 17mm box wrench T20 torx screwdriver (for removing engine cover) Jack Jackstands Wheel chocks NOTE: The first few steps are ...
DIY: removing stock engine cover (2.0T)
Thursday, April 17th, 2008 Posted in 2.0T FSI | 1 Comment »Tools required: T20 torx screwdriver Step 1: Unplug the MAF sensor wire, tuck it aside. Step 2: Unclip the two metal clips holding the turbo inlet pipe onto the MAF housing. Step 3: Pull the turbo inlet free of the MAF housing. Step 4: Unscrew ...
DIY: checking your cam revision, A or B
Thursday, April 17th, 2008 Posted in 2.0T FSI | 4 Comments »(Pictures courtesy of NoRegrets78 and syntrix) Tools required: T30 torx bit 1/4" drive socket wrench 3" 1/4" drive socket extension Rags Step 1: Locate the vac pump. Its on the driver's side of the motor, held on 3 black screws... and has one large vac hose ...
DIY: brake fluid bleed / change
Wednesday, April 16th, 2008 Posted in Jetta/GLI, Rabbit/GTI | No Comments »Brake fluid is caustic and generally hazardous to your health. Wear rubber/vinyl/synthetic gloves that are chemical resistant while working with brake fluid. See MSDS here Tools and Supplies: Motive Pressue Bleeder (optional, if you don't have this you will need a friend ...
DIY: changing fuel filter
Tuesday, April 15th, 2008 Posted in Jetta/GLI, Rabbit/GTI | 6 Comments »WARNING: Fuel system is under pressure. It is ALWAYS a good idea to use goggles and gloves to prevent blood poisoning or injury. Take all the obvious precautions... no smoking, don't work near any ignition sources, etc. Tools and supplies: OEM Fuel ...
DIY: oil change (without the OEM drain tool)
Friday, April 11th, 2008 Posted in 2.0T FSI, Jetta/GLI, Rabbit/GTI | 10 Comments »Tools and Supplies: OEM oil filter (top in picture) p/n 06D 115 562 Quality oil of your choice (check if on VW approved list) new copper crush washer for drain plug 19mm socket 36mm socket (or adjustable wrench) socket wrench T20 screwdriver needle nose pliers oil drain tray / ...
DIY: changing spark plugs and coil packs
Friday, April 11th, 2008 Posted in 2.0T FSI, 2.5L | 9 Comments »Tools and Supplies needed: 3/8" drive torque wrench 3/8" drive socket wrench 6" 3/8" drive socket extension spark plug socket needle nose pliers antiseize 4 new spark plugs (ECS Tuning) 4 new OEM coilpacks (ECS Tuning) Step 1: Remove your engine cover. Step 2: Disconnect the wiring harness from the coilpacks. Step 3: ...
DIY: Manual transmission fluid change
Tuesday, April 1st, 2008 Posted in 2.0T FSI, 2.5L | 12 Comments »Tools/Items needed: Jack 2x Jack stands Wheel chocks 2.3L of gear oil (I used Motul Gear 300) Drain tray Transmission fill funnel T20 screwdriver 3/8" drive socket wrench 17mm socket wrench Special transmission bit (www.germanautoparts.com) Due to my intake and other things in the way, I added a little extension to ...
