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Model specific boards => Golf mk6 => Topic started by: MrTommo on 03 September 2013, 18:45
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Evening all,
evo magazine have asked me to put together a buying guide to the mk6 GTI and, as you're the guys with the knowledge, I was wondering if any of you would like to contribute some thoughts. Very happy to publicise the website in return for any help that you can give me.
The first thing I need is a mk6 'guru' who can talk me through all the common issues so that we can tell potential buyers what to look out for.
We also have an 'I bought one' section, where an owner talks about their personal experiences with their own car - likes and dislikes, what's gone wrong, etc.
If anyone can help with either of the above, please email me at petertomalin@me.com
many thanks,
Peter
Peter Tomalin, evo magazine
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Get reading mate!
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=153185.0 (http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=153185.0)
;)
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Water pump fails (water level in bottle keeps dropping to min)
Aircon pump fails
Cam chain tensioner failures = new engine (cars upto~ may 2010 worst effected)
Crankcase ventilation system leak ( looks like oil leaks from turbo)
Turbo high pressure line fracture causing oil mist leak results in turbo failure.
Diverter valve failures
Dsg mecatronic unit fails
Dual mass flywheel
Corrosion of monza shadow 18" wheels
Waste gate rod resonanates at around 2500 rpm dealer clip modification.
Suspension alighnment wide tolerances causing sawtooth tyre ware and lots of road noise.
Lots of interior rattle issues
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Water pump fails (water level in bottle keeps dropping to min)
Aircon pump fails
Cam chain tensioner failures = new engine (cars upto~ may 2010 worst effected)
Crankcase ventilation system leak ( looks like oil leaks from turbo)
Turbo high pressure line fracture causing oil mist leak results in turbo failure.
Diverter valve failures
Dsg mecatronic unit fails
Dual mass flywheel
Corrosion of monza shadow 18" wheels
Waste gate rod resonanates at around 2500 rpm dealer clip modification.
Suspension alighnment wide tolerances causing sawtooth tyre ware and lots of road noise.
Lots of interior rattle issues
When reading this, it does make you think why on earth do i keep buying GTIs, must be mad...
But a 20 min drive at night with no traffic on the road soon turns it all around.....loved blasting around tonight, didnt want to go home....
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Waste gate rod resonanates at around 2500 rpm dealer clip modification.
This is interesting. I get a vibration/rattle at approx. 2500 when accelerating with a bit of load, which clears by 3000. I was sure it was something to do with the exhaust though? Doesn't happen with gentle acceleration.
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Sure does, it's just at those certain revs.
I had no joy with dealer recognising it as a recall fix so did it myself, clip was about £12 iirc.
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I'm just not sure what I've got is the same as your issue? :undecided:
Can you provide photos/guide on what you did and where you sourced the clip?
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I'm just not sure what I've got is the same as your issue? :undecided:
Can you provide photos/guide on what you did and where you sourced the clip?
It will be the wastegate rod mate, it was a very common problem on the mk6, i had the clip put on mine by the dealers which solved it, type wastegate in the search bar at the top and you'll see.
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Even with all the problems listed it still is the best car I have owned to drive.
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I loved my Edi, i'm still crying myself to sleep even now!!!!
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Thanks for the replies.
I've had a look at the thread mentioned above - certainly plenty to plough through there, but it's mostly niggles that are specific to individual cars. Is there anyone here in the community who's up to speed on the recurring issues that affect the model generally - known weakspots with the engine, any issues with the transmission that potential buyers should be aware of, that sort of thing?
If anyone could recommend a GTI specialist who's well respected in the community, I could maybe have a chat with them.
Cheers,
Peter T
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@MR Tommo,
All the people who have replied to this thread know the most about the MK6 GTI - People like Snoopy can tell you more than enough to write an article.
And to some up your question, main two faults is Timing Tensioner (huge design flaw) and the ever failing DSG gearbox
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Thanks for the replies.
I've had a look at the thread mentioned above - certainly plenty to plough through there, but it's mostly niggles that are specific to individual cars. Is there anyone here in the community who's up to speed on the recurring issues that affect the model generally - known weakspots with the engine, any issues with the transmission that potential buyers should be aware of, that sort of thing?
If anyone could recommend a GTI specialist who's well respected in the community, I could maybe have a chat with them.
Cheers,
Peter T
Try THE DOC,he will give you a balanced view and not a endless list of minor niggles.I am about to part exchange my car for a MK7 but I can tell you the MK6 GTI is a very good car.
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Many of the listed problems can happen on any car...
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And to some up your question, main two faults is Timing Tensioner (huge design flaw) and the ever failing DSG gearbox
My GTI sits for weeks/months at a time and starts first time with no slipping of the cam chain (fingers crossed).
My 7 year old Mk5 had a DSG gearbox (the same DSG gearbox as the Mk6) and it's never ever missed a beat - it gets it's oil and filter changed...and it does what it does. Every day. Without fail.
Whilst I acknowledge that these problems happen...I don't believe they are common.
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Thanks again. Sounds like I need to speak to either Snoopy or The Doc. If either would be kind enough to drop me a line at petertomalin@me.com I'd be very grateful.
P
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My fast fleet
(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps52fd713a.jpg)
(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zpsc9b34af6.jpg)
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I'm just not sure what I've got is the same as your issue? :undecided:
Can you provide photos/guide on what you did and where you sourced the clip?
It will be the wastegate rod mate, it was a very common problem on the mk6, i had the clip put on mine by the dealers which solved it, type wastegate in the search bar at the top and you'll see.
Well it's booked in. Let's see what they say.
Despite it being a 3 minute fix (I watched the YouTube video) they still want to get the warranty guy out to look at it. So whereas it could've cost them about £5 to fix what is basically a design fault, it'll now cost them a couple of hundred.
Eejits.
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My fast fleet
(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zps52fd713a.jpg)
(http://i1110.photobucket.com/albums/h456/elbowsg450x/null_zpsc9b34af6.jpg)
You getting any of my PM's MKVIKEN?
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The car doesn't have an intake fitted and is on the standard map.
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The car doesn't have an intake fitted and is on the standard map.
Still have the panel filter for sale?
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no that went ages ago made no difference at all anyway except slightly more noise.