How to DIY replace the rear springs myturbodieseldotcom 2016-02-14 | Please read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/rear-shock-and-spring-replacement-mk5 for detailed steps, torque specs, and updates to this video. Also see the front suspension video: youtube.com/watch?v=rUFHz9TKTpQ
Diesel particulate filter - whats inside? myturbodieseldotcom 2017-02-05 | I cut open a DPF filter to show you what's inside and briefly explain how it works. Read www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/dpf-filter-removal-diy for how to remove the DPF system and http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/diesel-particulate-filter-dpf-faq-repair-cleaning-and-pictures-tdi for how the DPF system works
Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) and exhaust fluid systems explained myturbodieseldotcom 2017-02-05 | For systems that use diesel exhaust fluid, see http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/adblue-with-dpf-faq-pictures-cleaning-and-repair . For non exhaust fluid systems, see http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/diesel-particulate-filter-dpf-faq-repair-cleaning-and-pictures-tdi Read www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/dpf-filter-removal-diy for how to remove the DPF system.
DIY winter front grille foam barrier installation on a diesel myturbodieseldotcom 2017-01-21 | This video shows how to install a DIY winter front grille. I used foam pipe insulation to block the grille. You can also just do the lower but I wanted to keep it hidden.
How to replace a glow plug on a diesel TDI myturbodieseldotcom 2017-01-20 | This video shows how to test and replace a faulty glow plug on a TDI engine. http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/glow-plug-removal-and-replacement-on-tdi Please read this article for detailed steps.
Noco GB70 battery jump pack review myturbodieseldotcom 2017-01-17 | Noco GB70 battery jump pack charger review with cell phone charging tips.
How to install new front struts and performance springs myturbodieseldotcom 2016-02-13 | Please read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/strut-shock-installation-and-replacement-mk5-vw-tdi-and-audi-a3 for detailed instructions, updates, and corrections. Also watch youtube.com/watch?v=6oEUdz8c5tk for the rear suspension video.
How to install a new leather shift boot on a mk5 and newer VW Audi myturbodieseldotcom 2015-12-22 | Visit http://www.fixmyvw.com/shift-boots-1 for replacement shift boots. Also see http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/shifter-knob-and-boot-installation-with-leather-replacement for more VW and Audi TDI tips and DIY articles
How to adapt your remote to your mk4 Volkswagen myturbodieseldotcom 2015-11-26 | Please read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/key-remote-replacement-troubleshooting-mk4-jetta-golf-new-beetle-passat for details on remote programming and buy your keys from http://www.fixmyvw.com/keys
How to program your mk4 VW key immobilizer myturbodieseldotcom 2015-11-26 | Please read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/key-remote-replacement-troubleshooting-mk4-jetta-golf-new-beetle-passat for details on remote programming and buy your keys from http://www.fixmyvw.com/keys
How to detonate an airbag, airbag repair, and demonstration myturbodieseldotcom 2015-08-18 | Here I activate an airbag to blow it, talk a little bit about airbag repair, and how the wiring to deploy an airbag. I had to learn how to detonate the airbag for a Tire Rack Street Survival teen driving school. See my website at http://www.myturbodiesel.com
VW and Audi TDI oil pump failure and balance shaft FAQ myturbodieseldotcom 2014-10-06 | http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/oil-pump-failure-or-balance-shaft-module-faq-b5-vw-passat-or-audi-tdi-engine Here is more info on this issue and video examples. http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/oil-pump-and-balance-shaft-repair-and-delete-b5-passat-and-audi-tdi-engine Here is the DIY procedure.
VW wheel bearing replacement and bad bearing noise and sypmtoms myturbodieseldotcom 2014-09-28 | Please read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/wheel-bearing-and-hub-replacement-vw-symptoms-and-noises for my full notes, torque specs, and updates to this procedure. Any questions, please post on my forum, not the youtube comments since I don't read youtube comments.
Major engine failure? Just keep driving myturbodieseldotcom 2014-09-25 | Like breathing burning oil? Go ahead and tailgate. Saw this today on the highway - the heavy cloud of smoke over the last mile showed he didn't get off at the last exit.
How a VNT turbo works with diassembly and DIY repair of sticking vanes myturbodieseldotcom 2014-08-01 | Limp mode troubleshooting checklist: http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/limp-mode-fix-repair-troubleshooting-vw-seat-skoda-audi-tdi-engine Turbocharging FAQ for diesels: http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/turbocharger-vnt-and-diesel-turbo-faq
TDI VNT actuator testing and replacement for Garrett VNT 15 turbo myturbodieseldotcom 2014-07-21 | Please join our diesel forum at http://www.myturbodiesel.com . The limp mode checklist is here: http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/limp-mode-fix-repair-troubleshooting-vw-seat-skoda-audi-tdi-engine
2015 Audi A3 MMI display screen cutaway and operation myturbodieseldotcom 2014-04-18 | See http://www.myturbodiesel.com for more TDI, diesel, VW, and Audi videos, wiki and DIY.
2014 VW Passat TDI review and yearly changes myturbodieseldotcom 2014-04-08 | Please see http://www.myturbodiesel.com for the full buying guide and review.
VW Passat TDI features explained and walkaround review myturbodieseldotcom 2014-04-08 | Please see http://www.myturbodiesel.com for the full buying guide and review.
VW Passat SE comfort / convenience window operation with remote key fob myturbodieseldotcom 2014-04-01 | This rolls down the windows with the remote. Read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/vcds-central-electric-tweaks-and-modifications-nms-passat for details on how to do this.
Instrument cluster staging demo: celebration on VW myturbodieseldotcom 2014-04-01 | Visit http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/vcds-tweaks-and-coding-modifications-nms-passat for details on how to do this. Not all instrument clusters will support this.
DIY rear main seal (RMS) replacement for VW and Audi 4 cyl engine, T10134 required for mk5, mk6+ myturbodieseldotcom 2013-09-28 | Read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/rear-main-oil-seal-engine-speed-sensor-replacement-on-a-mk5-vw-and-audi for the full DIY including notes, part numbers, and torque specs and join our TDI and diesel forum at http://www.myturbodiesel.com
2014 Chevy Cruze diesel review vs. VW Jetta TDI myturbodieseldotcom 2013-08-27 | See my diesel forum at http://www.myturbodiesel.com to join your Chevy Cruze diesel club.
Chevy Cruze diesel: How to add or refill diesel exhaust fluid (DEF or Adblue) myturbodieseldotcom 2013-08-23 | See http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/adblue-with-dpf-faq-pictures-cleaning-and-repair for more on how diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) works, MSDS, handling, and safety information, and more on the Chevy Cruze diesel 2.0 TD
Chevy Cruze diesel 2.0 TD review and virtual walkaround / tour of features myturbodieseldotcom 2013-08-23 | Chevy Cruze diesel 2.0TD review and virtual walkaround, see my other videos for a traditional review with opinions and hypermiling mpg reports.
2014 Chevy Cruze diesel 2.0TD hypermile test and mpg review myturbodieseldotcom 2013-08-23 | Check out http://www.myturbodiesel.com for your Chevy Cruze diesel forum and FAQ
How a TDI engine VNT turbo works and how they fail and cause limp mode or low power myturbodieseldotcom 2013-07-28 | See http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/limp-mode-fix-repair-troubleshooting-vw-seat-skoda-audi-tdi-engine for details on fixing limp mode. If the problem is carbon buildup or rust inside the turbo control ring or vanes, you can clean it out. Actuators can also be replaced for most models.
2013 Chevy Volt review from VW TDI driver myturbodieseldotcom 2013-07-11 | Please visit my hybrid forum at http://www.evwaudi.com and my TDI forum at http://www.myturbodiesel.com
2013 Chevy Volt virtual walkaround review and demonstration of features myturbodieseldotcom 2013-07-11 | Please visit my hybrid forum at http://www.evwaudi.com and my TDI forum at http://www.myturbodiesel.com
mk7 Volkswagen Golf TDI review and mpg estimate 2.0TDI (150 hp) myturbodieseldotcom 2013-06-18 | Visit http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/a7/2015-vw-golf-tdi-forum-faq.htm for my TDI forum and see http://youtu.be/qzBIw6UGwFs for a virtual walkaround of the VW Golf TDI showing features and stuff on the car.
mk7 VW Golf TDI diesel walkaround and virtual tour myturbodieseldotcom 2013-06-18 | This walkaround is of the new mk7 VW Golf TDI. Visit http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/a7/2015-vw-golf-tdi-forum-faq.htm for my TDI forum and watch http://youtu.be/vUVXN0oZU-0 for a review of the TDI. Release date for the US is calendar year 2014. The Volkswagen Golf TDI shown is a Euro spec but the engine is 99% the same and the car only has a few minor equipment differences.
mk7 VW Golf TDI Discover Media GPS navigation radio system review and functions myturbodieseldotcom 2013-05-25 | See http://www.myturbodiesel.com for more on VW Golf TDI a join our Audi and VW TDI forum
Dashcam test in rain myturbodieseldotcom 2013-04-12 | Dashcam test in the rain. Red car almost sideswipes me. The wide angle lens camera is mounted high on the windshield so it looks farther than it really was. Distance was about 1/2 car length as it passes on the right. From the driver's seat I couldn't even see the rear of his car until he was in front of me. Plenty of room ahead in the right lane but I guess he forgot about the car he was just behind 2 seconds ago.
Dashcam hardwire installation on Volkswagen Jetta with hidden power adapter myturbodieseldotcom 2013-04-09 | Dashcam overview and test footage, see http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/multi/dashboard-camera-hardwire-installation.htm for details on how I hardwired the cigarette power adapter to switched power.
Porsche Cayenne diesel review, real world mpg results (TDI engine) myturbodieseldotcom 2013-02-22 | Please visit http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/cayenne/porsche-cayenne-diesel-review.htm for more on the Porsche Cayenne diesel and VW TDI and Audi TDI and join our diesel forum. Please see my other video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckc0ajVdJfU for a virtual walkaround and please enjoy the meta-Top gear-esque humor.
vw jetta tdi on the dyno with kermatdi tune myturbodieseldotcom 2013-02-13 | Before and after dyno runs were done back to back, resulted in a 30% increase in torque, 24% increase in horsepower. No engine mods other than the chip tune from http://www.kermatdi.com/servlet/StoreFront
How to remove and replace an inner CV joint. VW Passat shown but German cars disassembly similar myturbodieseldotcom 2012-12-25 | Watch http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bTGA4z876A for axle removal. Read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/cv-boot-and-axle-replacement-b5-vw-passat-and-audi for more details on this model. I recommend http://www.raxles.com for quality rebuilt replacement axles. As shown in the vid, cheap joints = drivetrain vibration at idle. The model shown is a B5 VW Passat which is the same as similar generation Audi A4, A6, A8 and most German cars.
How to replace CV joint and boot inspect clicking joint, VW Passat and Audi A4, A6 DIY disassembly myturbodieseldotcom 2012-12-22 | Watch http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bTGA4z876A for axle removal. Read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/cv-boot-and-axle-replacement-b5-vw-passat-and-audi for more details on this model. I recommend http://www.raxles.com for quality rebuilt replacement axles. This video shows DIY CV boot replacement. The other CV joint was clicking so it was replaced. The model shown is a B5 VW Passat which is the same as similar generation Audi A4, A6, A8.
2013 Porsche Cayenne diesel review and virtual walkaround of features, pano sunroof, air suspension myturbodieseldotcom 2012-11-15 | Please visit http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/cayenne/porsche-cayenne-diesel-review.htm for more on the Porsche Cayenne diesel and VW TDI and Audi TDI. This is a virtual walkaround of the car. Highlights of features are the panoramic sunroof, air suspension level, PASM, sport mode, PCM 3.0 navigation system, fold flat rear seats, adaptive sport seats, and lane change assist.
How to refill the Adblue fluid on a VW Passat TDI diesel (diesel exhaust fluid) myturbodieseldotcom 2012-10-22 | Please read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/vw-touareg-tdi-dpf-audi-q7.htm for more details on how the adblue and DPF system works to clean emissions on your VW TDI engine. Also applies to similar Audi TDI engines.
VW TDI and Audi TDI bad camshaft removal and replacement procedure DIY myturbodieseldotcom 2012-09-13 | How to replace VW TDI camshaft and Audi TDI camshaft, please read: http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/camshaft-lobe-wear-inspection-and-replacement-on-tdi-pd-engine for detailed instructions and sign up to my site. Pumpe duse PD camshafts tend, to wear, needing repair and replacement of lifters and bearings before engine wear occurs.
VW Audi TDI pumpe duse PD TDI engine timing belt tensioner trick myturbodieseldotcom 2012-09-11 | This video shows how to get more slack on a PD pumpe duse engine only timing belt. The tensioner can be loosened further than the release position. Make sure to refer to the timing belt article for your exact engine at http://www.myturbodiesel.com before trying to do a timing belt replacement.
How to program mk5 VW remote key fob keyless entry using ross tech VCDS myturbodieseldotcom 2012-08-01 | Please read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/key-and-remote-replacement-repair-faq-for-mk5-mk6-vw for details on replacement keys, this video only shows how to program the keyless entry, NOT the ignition key. A VCDS or dealer is required to program keyless entry. If you have a mk4, just use the 2 key method shown elsewhere to program the key. Mk6 and newer keys are programmed when the immobilizer is programmed
VW Jetta, Sportwagen, Golf TDI, and Audi A3 TDI timing belt replacement - 2.0L engine myturbodieseldotcom 2012-07-03 | Read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/cbea-cjaa-vw-jetta-golf-jsw-tdi-timing-belt-removal-part-1 and sign up to http:///www.myturbodiesel.com for full details on how to replace the timing belt. A 2010 VW Jetta TDI is shown but this also works on 2009+ VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI, 2010+ VW Golf TDI, and 2010-2013 Audi A3 TDI with the 2.0L CBEA or CJAA engine.
VW immobilizer activation demonstration and link to troubleshooting and repair myturbodieseldotcom 2012-06-19 | For key programming, see http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/key-remote-replacement-troubleshooting-mk4-jetta-golf-new-beetle-passat for mk4 keys and http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/key-and-remote-replacement-repair-faq-for-mk5-mk6-vw for mk5 keys. For immobilizer info, FAQ, and troubleshooting, read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/immobilizer-faq-and-troubleshooting-for-vw-and-audi-with-key-replacement-tips you have to sign up to the site in order to view for security reasons.
How to replace Adblue DEF diesel exhaust fluid to VW Touareg TDI or clean up a spill myturbodieseldotcom 2012-05-22 | See http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/adblue-with-dpf-faq-pictures-cleaning-and-repair for more on Adblue fluid specs, Adblue fluid storage, DPF FAQ and filter replacement, and the Audi Q7 TDI Adblue fluid requirements.
VW Jetta wind noise fixed with loose door skin bolts myturbodieseldotcom 2012-05-17 | This fix for excessive wind noise on Jetta only applies to mk5 and similar newer models. Please read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/a5/door-skin-jetta-remove.htm for details on how to remove and replace the door skin on VW Jetta, Golf, Sportwagen, JSW, and similar Audi. Older models do not have replaceable door panels. After the video was shot, the bolts were tightened and the wind noise was fixed on a later test drive.
VW and Audi key remote disassembly for replacement of key ring, flip key, and immobilizer chip myturbodieseldotcom 2012-05-17 | Please read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/key-remote-replacement-troubleshooting-mk4-jetta-golf-new-beetle-passat for mk4 keys and http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/key-and-remote-replacement-repair-faq-for-mk5-mk6-vw for mk5 style keys. Also read the immobilizer FAQ for details on how that works http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/immobilizer-faq-and-troubleshooting-for-vw-and-audi-with-key-replacement-tipsFor support on this video, visit this forum thread: http://www.myturbodiesel.com/threads/vw-audi-remote-flip-key-diassembly-and-repair-swap-the-immobilizer-chip.13070
Fast DIY: VW remote battery replacement (flip key) also works for some Audi key fobs myturbodieseldotcom 2012-04-01 | How to replace your VW remote key fob battery, includes the newer style flip key. Read http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/key-remote-replacement-troubleshooting-mk4-jetta-golf-new-beetle-passat for more info on the mk4 style keys and http://www.myturbodiesel.com/wiki/key-and-remote-replacement-repair-faq-for-mk5-mk6-vw for the mk5 style keys
