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It's sticking on the nylon bush. I had to remove mine and sand it down a little with some emery paper then refit with some nylon lubricant

​@@garageofdadI had that piece completely removed and the tower still isn't bouncing up nice and freely. I'm thinking I may have to remove the tower and fit a new bearing.

@@Kyle900t That may be the case :(

Mine didn't have sensors in the seat bases just seat belt connectors/triggers that bolted straight on to the TT seats from the Vivaro/Trafic

The main issue was a faulty injector but the decoke certainly helps with the intake airflow and the management of the intake flaps which are crucial for the smooth running of the engine and low down power. So, if you're able to undertake the job, it's definitely worth doing on a high mileage engine. The bonus being, you can replace the 'water pipe, thermostat and maybe water pump at the same time to future proof it all.

@@garageofdad Great video by the way,real life!!!Hi Garage,thank you for your prompt attention,no faulty running just an engine management light,a mate of mine checked over the diagnostics and it says inlet manifold fault,I really am reaching the end of my tether with this car,and I am mega helpful for your input.Are you suggesting checking over the injectors first the miles on this car are 113,000?What about one of these decoke aerosols and some decent petrol for a start?

@@Dipstickdanny Depends on whether it's misfiring, down on power (below 2500 revs) or high emissions. Have a look down at the flap plastic actuator rod and see if it moves when you rev. It's at the left hand side rear of the engine and can be seen visibly moving. I've watched many videos on the aerosol method and they all seem to be inconclusive. But they're a much easier and cheaper method to try first so maybe worth giving one a go. The Liqui Moly or STP versions seem to be the best.

Thank you :)

Thank you :)

It took (on and off) 2 days to do. Fiddly job not for the feint hearted!!

Thanks. I kept the old one just in case but they are still readily available from abroad (like many parts) Still not sure about the oil as I've not run it enough yet. But may be a good call as it will sit for long periods.

@@garageofdad K-Jetronic doesn't like sitting around unused for long periods, especially the fuel distributor and warm up regulator as the tiny orifices and screens in them get gummed up easily. If you can, try to run the car up to temperature at least once every couple of weeks. If that's not possible, the place you got it fixed at might have some advice - possibly running it with fuel injection cleaner in the tank before storing it. Good luck!

I suppose buying the newer van is always the best option. But the old Vivaros are solid and generally reliable and easy to work on (this one was an exception) The beauty is, you can convert them exactly as you want and, as I use mine for my work, I have the bed raised at the rear so I can use it as a van during the week. Good luck with your search & conversion.

@@garageofdad Hi there. Thank you for your reply. As of today, I am a new owner of a 2014 traffic sport SWB in black ofc. I am no mechanic and really needed the van for work so purchased it after a good test run. Everything works as it should, however, with me never driving the older shape the steering feels a bit stiff or tight only when in the central position? Perfectly fine once I get past a few degrees. No wining from steering fluid & no leaks, just wondered if it's how they are or I need to look into it more? Cheers.

@@PCG2022 If all is well when you buy them, you can keep them serviced and should incur no faults. As usual, it's neglect that causes problems. I'd check all the steering joints and alignment. (jack it up - both wheels - and lever about and pull the wheel to and fro)They are all relatively easy to do on the Traffic - Great vans!!

Managed to get it all looking great and the new owner was well chuffed! Loved that shade of red.

Thanks - Mine is running great now like a little Mini Cooper S and I don't hold back with it!! :D The engine light still pops on but I'll just switch it off for the MOT Ideally, I need 4 new injectors but it's such a job so will just keep driving it for the mean time.

@@garageofdad Yes my MOT garage told me that EML lit is now a failure, regardless of the cause

Nice one, thank you 👍

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All my seals were ok, it's the drain channels that you have to make sure are clear. The worst part of the whole job is the roof trim/fabric. Really take your time with it and try to avoid damage. You'll also need a friend to help lift the OSS on and off as it weighs a tone!!

@@garageofdad Great after removing the bolts what the OSS stuck down with adhesive or tape or did it lift off?

@@diydetail8916 From what I remember, it was a dry rubber seal that was in good condition on my replacement roof. It bolted down well without using sealant although a touch of windscreen sealant won't go wrong.

Thanks, just keep working away it it and it'll come off.

After three hours pushing and pulling and banging and braying I managed to get the old one out, but no matter how much greese I put on that hexagon shaped bar - I can't get the new one in. It's worse than trying to align a drive shaft in a bell housing lol😅😅

@@terryjones9987 Yes I had to ratchet mine in. There's probably a special tool for the job but if I bought every special tool I've needed over the years, I'd be down a few thousand pounds!

@@garageofdad finally got it finished at the weekend ,, after buying a 1000kg ratchet. Thanks again for a great video. Saved a fortune

@@terryjones9987 That's good news. Bit of work, but if you persevere, you get it done in the end 👍

My van doesn't have seat occupancy sensors just seat belt anchor connector warning lights. As i used the original van ones there was no problem

If my memory serves me right, I think it was 10mm

Cheers buddy ​@@garageofdad

Ah yes I did, rounded off the nuts. I used my IRWIN bolt extractors to grip them and get them off.

That may be the case but I'd take them out and check for wear/dirt first, clean if necessary, then check codes again.

Was going to be Thirlstane but the brake servo has now gone along with the in tank petrol gauge sender unit so the MOT will have to wait☹

@@garageofdad Go to Classic Audi forum, look at my thread ‘newbie with a 90’ and you’ll see I can relate to your pain 😂

@@Duffy3074 I'll have a look at that. When they're sorted, they go great but when they're not, they're a pig to get going 😖

@@garageofdad For sure, I’ve spent a lot of time on my K-Jet, but worth it for such a great car and engine

Hope you get it done 👍

@@garageofdad i mean i put it all back together and took it to a garage, my mechanic did not love me for that 😃 now i have a garage and 2no. A2's so will Definitely will do it myself 👌

Oh dear! Have to admit, I was so tempted by the Emerald stand alone ECU kit as per Wheeler Dealers Audi Coupe but they didn't answer my enquiry. However, Rob at Nentsport sorted it all out for me and at the end of the day, it was a combination of everything! However, my brake servo was rusted through causing a massive vacuum leak resulting in the non-start. Keep at it!!

It sure is! 🙂

Thanks - Sometimes I think I don't know what I'm doing!! 😄

Not too bad a job to do

Thanks. Once it's all done, it'll be good for years. It's just that this one sat for so long.

@@garageofdadCan I ask where you bought your idle air valve from as I need one to?

@@batesy536 I bought a new Idle Valve from Germany and turned out, It wasn't working. Thankfully Rob at Nentsport had a working secondhand valve which he put on.

😄 I'm avoiding it at the moment! But need to get it done soon as it's starting to knock now.

Was 10W40 Mannol but I'm going tom change it again. Thanks for reminding me about the mark on the flywheel, completely overlooked it! Going to check it all over again. Thanks

Thanks

Thanks, though don't have a timing light, it'd be another thing I'd have to buy!

@@garageofdad Might be easier to try and borrow one from an old boy locally its only the old stuff that needs one these days, but the audio has made it and is running 😃

@@du7ch384 My friend says he has one and will borrow at the weekend 👍 Will also check the flywheel timing mark which I completely forgot about as per comment below.

O have a mk1 Golf with identical ignition set up. Essential that you have a timing light with and old school distributor car.

@@patrickcannell2258 Yep, getting a loan of one this weekend 👍

That's great 👍

Thank you 👍

I do them myself. See my other video on the white van as I done them for that too.

Totally agree 👍

That's great. Don't pretend to be a mechanic, I do the jobs as I find them - usually hard!! 😄

Hi. Thanks for feedback. I took the cover off the camshaft and turned the engine with a socket & wrench. I used a mirror to watch for the valves closing but you can also take the spark plugs out and insert a long thin screwdriver down and watch for it getting to it's highest point. You have to do this for each cylinder individually. It's a pain you just have to do it. Worth it though as mine is running well now. I come from the Scottish Borders (with England), our accent is proudly a soft Scottish 😀

Hi. Fiddly is the right word for working on K-Jetronic! I eventually got it sorted by and expert whose dealt with them for years. Well worth the money as it runs really sweet now.