How common is water pump failure on a VW T5?

How common is water pump failure on a VW T5?

It is reasonably common for water pump failure on the 2.5 litre model VW T5’s. It is less common to see failure on the 1.9 as pumps should be routinely changed at 60,000 intervals (or every 4-5 years) alongside the cam belt.

What to do if your tandem pump is broken?

IF YOUR TANDEM PUMP IS BROKEN, I WOULD NOT SIMPLY BUY AN EXTERNAL CHECK VALVE. I WOULD REPLACE THE PUMP. ” The tandem pump must be checked for internal leaks between fuel side and oil side after reinstalling a used tandem pump, for example after renewing or repairing a cylinder head and/or when installing a “short” engine.

What is wrong with my Tandem fuel pump?

So the base problem is often wear inside the tandem pump. Workarounds such as you are brainstorming can overcome a lot of the issues, but create others that are infrequent. You would probably not see an issue until you ran out of fuel, or put in a new fuel filter.

What are some of the VW Transporter T5 problems?

Other vw transporter t5 problems unfortunately involve the EGR. This problem has not been addressed for the later T6 models also. A sticky or dirty EGR valve can trigger the engine management light so is usually quite easy to spot that there is a problem.

How does 4motion work in a Volkswagen?

When the car is driving straight ahead and there’s no difference in grip between the wheels, 90 percent of the power is sent to the front axle and 10 percent to the rear. The only thing the driver really notices is that any VW model equipped with 4MOTION retains neutral handling characteristics and stays on course in practically any situation.

What are some of the VW T5 dual mass flywheel problems?

VW T5 dual mass flywheel problems. This is one of the most common vw transporter t5 problems and affects almost every T5 at some point in its life (often more than once). To identify the problem the symptoms listen out for a rattle on the engine on idle, this can be fairly subtle at first but gradually builds the further the part is worn.

Is the VW T5 prone to rust like the T4?

The good news is that the VW T5 is not as prone to rust as the VW T4 thanks to a better layer of protection in the areas prone. However, there are still a few areas to watch out for on the T5 and it is best to catch it early to avoid costly welding further on down the line.