DSG is more fun but as bad as Nissan CVT in terms of historic reliability. People needs basic transportation just like 1 gear EV cars like ID3 with practically a CVT.
I just bought a clean 2007 Audi A4 Quattro 2.0T . 6 speed Manuel . With 132,000 miles for $1600 . I drive it everyday . Aside from burning oil it’s been great
Wow, you did an amazing job filming this inspection! Really professional even with the rotor bolt snapped... You are the proof that even the best make mistakes! Love it🍿
lmao yeah its a joke, cause cars with cvt's usually drop in value like crazy, cvt transmissions are notorious of being shitty in every way but fuel economy.
@@64siskat96 I’m really not, I don’t even have my own car yet haha. I love audis though and for sure don’t get anything with a cvt man. If you’re on a tight budget, probably get the a4 with the diesel, the 3.2 is more power but also less reliable from what I know. I wanna get an a4 sometime in the future too
I got a 2007 A4 Quattro 2.0T from IAA in April for 500$. All it needed was a rear bumper cover. While MF'ers were buying toilet paper, I was buying an Audi on the cheap...
In my country you can do the same purchase for 500$ only if a "rear bumper cover" means the audi a4 2007 2.0T itself, because 500$ is a price of rear bumper here.
In 2019 I bought mine with 80k miles, B7 Quattro 2.0T A/T for 18k USD. Because my country it's a POS lol but great deal considering the MK5 GTI was selling for 35k lol
Great video! You pointed almost every common repair I've had to make on my 08 Quattro The last 3 years, high pressure fuel pump, pcv valve, purge valve, throttle body, both axles, coolant flange, and oil housing. Triptronic Trans is solid tho. Key is preventative maintenance, got 133k on mine.
Just got my first Audi, 06 2.0t 6spd. Needed a head gasket and timing chain tensioner nothing else. What a BEAST! 1000$ Basically brand new not even a rock chip 😝 if you see one for less than 2k baby jump on it. Quattro = savage grip.
Bought a silver s line qm California car. Worked on at 034 Motorsport. Has their high flow cat, all the street density mounts, Unitronic stg1 tune and a eibach koni cup kit. $5300 June of 2019 with 138k on it and receipts in the glove box that total more than I paid for it. Super clean with only a small dent on the hood. Could eat out of the engine bay. Now with 143k on it a couple of scratches, evap leak, oil filter housing leak and antifreeze leak near the turbo somewhere. Never over 4k rpm and still this BS. So mad cause my go fast money now has to go into maintenance. Oh well, I still love the car. Always get asked how I kept it so clean. All credit goes to the previous owner.
i appreciate you including the part where you forget to put the wheel bolts back on when brake torquing the engine. your tips and advice is priceless but including your mistakes makes this a laudably down-to-earth video! also, is there an advantage to using plastic valve covers? my impression is german carmakers tend toward these and i don't understand why
Loved my B6.. was a great car. Awesome to show the mistakes too - I would have probably done the same lol. So axle and mounts? Sounds like a pretty sweet deal! I've spent more for less in the past
Have the CVT on my 2008 S Line DTM. Got the car on the cheap. Really love the CVT. With the paddle shifters, it was actually the most expensive option back then. Great mpg and faster than either the manual or tiptronic. The paddle shifters are a must have. Good video. Changed the fluid using Amzoil. No issues whatsoever. Btw, Audi does not have a chemical plant. Their fluid is made by Motul. You can buy it for less than half the price. These cars are worth the trouble of fixing up. Ive owned two Honda’s and three Toyota’s and the have little or no driving enjoyment. Just point a to point b. Absolutely love my Audi B7.
CVT on mine. Love it. Stage 2 for 4 years, no dramas. Changed fluid 3 times. Kept servicing and didn't slam it off from a stop. Still great. Most people who say they hate the CVT haven't driven one. WAY faster, smoother, and simply a pleasure to drive. Now, they're cheap to replace and rebuild, or, as only the CVT engine will allow, a manual swap with the GVE.
What mileage? I didn't realise CVT was a cheap fix, I've looked and it seems to indicate like 5k where I am as I have one. You can swap out CVT for manual?
This video came at the perfect time. I've been looking to buy one such Audi (as my first car) for a few months & this video is quite informative in terms of what to look for upon purchase. Great content as usual!
Squared Donut Don’t. I had an 08 A4 6spd auto in pretty good condition. I didn’t have too many problems but consumables like brakes are expensive. (At least if its your first car) My control arms were warn as well as the leaky mounts as shown in the video. You’ll be spending way more than its worth in repairs. My car was a late model so it even had the revisions done for a lot of trouble spots. Toyota is your friend. Stack some bread and get a well sorted B8 A4 as your second car if you really want to ride german. Just make sure to put aside a few thousand for that too.
I bought the 2015 Audi A4 Quattro as my first car last year with 51k miles and only one owner. The history record for the 2015 A4 is spotless and very reliable with barley any issues. If you do consider Audi as a first car please take your time and do as much research as possible on the history record for repair cost and how much it cost to maintain. Im very happy with my A4 as it was exactly what I was trying to look for in an Audi since I couldn't afford the A7. Lol
I think I drove like 40,000 miles over when my timing belt was due.. Wasn’t trying to prove anything, just worked a lot , now my B7 A4 has almost 230,000 (daily driven) finally replaced the oem turbo and upgraded the clutch ..
Please do a manual swap on it, we need more DAP content! Your tutorials and DIY's are pretty good though! It would be a fun couple videos to watch you do a 6 speed on it
@Kris Nicholson I don't think that's true. Once the hardware is installed and mechanically working, and you have the new trans wired correctly, the software side of things is fixable. I know for a fact that on the MQB platform, the ECUs have the same hardware and software part numbers, regardless of transmission. Swapping the trans is as simple as changing the correct bits in the ECU and other module's long coding, and removing that auto trans from the Gateway Installation List on the CAN gateway. This is an older car, so it may be different than the MQB platform, but I can't imagine requiring an ECU replacement for a transmission swap. Worst case, maybe flashing the ECU to a different software version with ODIS Engineering or something but again, not impossible or too costly. If it really needed a different ECU, it can still be swapped with a cheap used junkyard one and adapted with ODIS Service. DAP could do it if they wanted to...
I really like that you didnt cut the scene where you made the mistake because we all have learning lessons. I have a 2016 A3 and needing rear brakes am now tossing up the idea of a minor upgraded set up or not. In the winter (lots of snow and ice) my ABS drives me nuts and does not like to let me stop. Anyone have any recommendations?
I'm not sure why CVT is so hated. Done 213k miles in my B7 Avant and not had a problem, also got the paddles too. I've never drive a manual version of my car so I don't know. But CV boots and track rods and the AC compressor are always problems on these. Will be getting rid of it soon though as I want either a new A6 3.0 TDI or a Q7 if they are good choices
That's good to hear. On 112k miles and it concerns me. Mines a b8 so should be even more reliable as the earlier ones had the problems, according to my mechanic. Do you change the oil every 40k?
hey you didn't mention the plastic coolant junction pipe buried down at the back of the engine that weeps and then fails and is a complete pita to replace because you do it all blind. Ask me how I know.
Have a a4 b7 3.0 tdi s line quattro as my daily and I love it,went for a manual and thankful i did,that pinch bolt that holds the top arms in place is the worst job on these cars,an absolute nightmare to get out
BIG G yup! we call it the “asshole bolt”. It took me 2 days to get the driver side bolt out... I ended up heating the aluminum to 400 degrees and using an air powered chisel. A NIGHTMARE indeed.
@@JDJD-mw9rr it can be real bad.if you soak the bolt at both ends with penetrating fluid every other day for about a week before the job it will give you a real good chance at getting it out,a bit of heat around the part the bolt goes through can make a huge difference also but just be careful the rubber on the upper control dont catch fire. you can pick up a butane blow torch kit on ebay for a few pound/dollars,one that has a trigger,so handy
13:39 I understand Denso for the most part is not a major supplier for VW/Audi, but they supply at the very least one part on every vehicle to just about every automotive manufacturer in the world. They are also owned by Toyota and supply most parts for toyotas. A bit surprised at how you would say they are bad quality or not a very good value. Not surprised at all you would recommend Bosch hahah.
Another great video, love the work you guys do. I have used your videos to help me with maintainence , diagnostics and repairs to my own 2007 A4 2.0tfsi a load of times. Thank you. One thing not mentioned in this video though, was the cam chain and tensioner. I'm curious to know if these are something to watch out for? Ive heard some stories of the tensioners failing, but have also read that there's no change interval providing the engine is serviced properly with correct oil. Is the chain and tensioner something I should consider replacing at some point? Car currently has just over 113k miles on it. Any input would be really appreciated 🤙🏻
@PictureProStudios it has 183000 miles on it and it started around 120000. Not sure why it shuddered but I did have the oil changed several times and it did not correct the issue.
@ I have the same thing on mine. I changed the coils, plug, fuel filter and did a at home valve cleaning. With spray into the vacuum. It’s better but still there when cold. Have you done carbon cleaning ?
@@fliegenmann2562 was a lovley drive once you were rolling but with a heavy foot .. a ticking time bomb as u say ... the Quattro is the way forward 170 standard .. mapped to 240 ish .. made a good choice ... do miss the sound of the 5cyl tho 😏
I have the same year count. I've done a laundry list of repairs on this vehicle. I have the 2.0t Quattro. I love this car. I do have one problem i can't seem to get rid of. And that is uneven idle and acceleration. I've done, coils, plugs, air filter, mass air flow, map sensor, vacuum pump, coolant flange, timing belt, turbo, pvc, and lastly regular oil and coolant changes. It doesn't struggle to stay on. It bounces back and forth about 100 rpm when cold and as i begin the morning. I warm up all my cars in the morning and this one is no exception. The problem persists for about an hour then goes away. Any ideas?
Mine was $15k in 2013 (bought A4 2.0T Quattro sedan, 2007 premium model with a little less than 50000 miles on it). Great price! Where could I find a used Audi SUV without branded title and all the services done for its age ? I still have my A4 and currently it's got 146,000 miles on it :) Great car very dependable and useful all around car. I was looking at a Q7 2017 (3.0T with towing package) but they're like 35,000 dollars right now.
Hi , need an advice please, i change the oil in the gearbox..audi a4 b8 2013 -2L diesel…i forgot to replace the filter….is very important to put the new one in?
I have an '07 A4 manual with nearly 200k miles on it. I'll probalby feed it very expensive parts for a long time to keep it going. There is no replacement for this car anymore.... maybe the Golf Alltrack manual comes close, but the A4 B7 AWD is a lot better. I'm keeping an eye out for a B7 S-Line wagon with a stick. They're super rare.
@@erichtisnado1536 '07 Avant 3.2 6spd Titanium package here...apparently 1 of 9. Will also do whatever I can to keep it strong for as long as possible. Love it. Just over 80K miles right now and only putting on about 3K a year.
I agree @ 15:41 where you say you’re “not super familiar with CVT transmissions..”. CVT = A continuously VARIABLE (not valueless) transmission! Your fault code P0706 is probably the transmission range sensor (aka neutral switch). I would use VCDS to test the module. Possible cause is corrosion either on connector or sensor by a leaking water vent pipe under passenger carpet. If the fluid change / adaptation doesn’t help, this is what you may want to look at.
This is an FSI engine. Has a timing belt and not a chain. You are thinking about the 2.0 TSI motor that has a timing chain and the TSI came to the US in late 08 and the engine cover on VWs said TSI. FSI motors have cam follower issues.
@@kylemandt527 Em no I'm not mistaken, the FSI engine has a timing belt AND a timing chain. It has a timing belt from crank to exhaust cam, then a chain between exhaust and intake cam. The cam chain and tensioner setup also has an oil pressure controlled phaser on the exhaust cam, this is how variable valve timing is achieved on the FSI. You've just highlighted the 'often overlooked' part of my original post!
I'd buy it. Used CVT is like $600-1500 for the part. So, in a $1500 car if I did it myself over a weekend, that's $3k. Still a bargain. Drive axles are like $100 each from Autozone, and easy to swap out. The Autozone ones are fine. I put a couple of them in my various Audi/VW cars over the years and never had an issue.
Do these 2.0 TFSI engines have any problem with the oil pump? (the oil pump balance shaft hex key is too weak) Or is it just the 2.0 diesel's weakpoint? I have a similar condition B7 2.0 TDI manual with 296.000 km (184k miles) and I have already had it repaired preemptivly. I want is to reach 500.000 km. :) BTW I'd love to see that manual conversion in a video.
Let's see an update. Love this platform. In addition to the things you mentioned, balance shafts can seize so there's a massive write up on that. Parts list to convert to 1.8 oil system is more than a new motor. Accusump is very highly recommended to save it. I'd love to see an install video of that is you choose to do it.
Uper ball joint check was false, have to turn the wheel fully to the end left and right and then on each turn push 12 a clock to see if there is any play. Under u have to use a bar and often before and after the wheel been turned left and right.
I have this same exact car other then mine is white. I spun a bearing on the crank and it is pretty much done. I’m gonna replace the engine but now I’m wondering what it would take to do a manual swap. The bad part is my CVT transmission has no problems so far and the car has 136,000 miles on it
I'm going to look at a 2.0T Auto car soon. Don't want a 2.0T, don't want an Auto, but it runs & drives and I want an Audi. Daily it for a while then when something inevitably dies maybe do a VR6 manual swap lol.
He knows what it actually stands for. What he is doing, which is quite obvious, is giving the acronym different meaning because CVT's are generally considered to be garbage.
Denso makes decent stuff, infact they are an OE brand for alot of makers! They also tend to price their stuff more fairly and started penetrating the DIY space a bit.
I had a B7 A4 w/ manual & Sline. I didn't know Audi had a CVT ever! Then i made some research and it's on Frontrak only! Shame on you for buying a non Quattro Audi!!! ;). But seriously, they are uber rare in canada since Quattro is a must. Cheers!
Vibration under acceleration comes from inner CV joint 100% it is not Gearbox related! even if there is zero play once taken out for inspection. Puting in new ones will make it super smooth under acceleration. Regarding transmission error, control unit needs to be removed from back of cvt (continiously VARIABLE transmission) gearbox, send it to get refurbished. There is tiny wires that connects unit connector to pcb that breaks because of heat and vibration. Transmission fluid replaced and adaptation performed. Done!
@Steven Strain It had some blowby which is normal, but then one day just suddenly it started draining coolant into the engine. The DSG just needed a clutch pack at around 120k ever since then the DSG had been problem free. I'm thinking in a year or so I'll have the disposable income to hit up integrated engineering for their built short block.
Head gasket failure. There are plenty of engines out there you can get for around $500-$1000. 2.0 FSI is a decent engine. Aside from couple weak points.
Also worth noting with this particular car it's known to have a cam chain tensioner from hell and of all things a shit torque converter! I actually had my tensioner blow which resulted in a cylinder head swap, and it generally ran like trash for a year while I had it before I finally swapped the TC, fluid, and filter. Swapping to solid rubber motor mounts was a choice move as well. I love my baby but boy howdy she's a pain in the ass.
Thank you for the video! I am also thinking about buying an used Audi A4 B7. I would rather get one with Quattro to avoid the CVT transmission. I know this car is high maintenance, but one thing I worry the most is the oil consumption. Is replacing the piston rings the only solution on the oil consumption issue? Once again thank you so much for sharing the video!
Allen Hsu the A4 B7 Generation has no Oil consumption problem. It started around 2007 with the first TFSI Generations and lasted till 2013. but avoid the old 2.0T, it’s junk!
@@Jackinacox not all of them are CVT... Definitely have to look at the individual model and transmission model, FWD Tiptronic Audis exist too, they're not all Multitronic.
Avoid if there is no service history and 6 plate clutch version. If its the 7 plate version with regular oil changes and the car has gasoline engine and its not remaped then its ok. I have 220000km on my gasoline CVT and the box runs like a dream
Would anyone know the torque specs on the subframe bolts on the A4 B7 quat 6M ? I hear the clicking is caused by using old bolts and I just got new ones.
You filming your whoops was top quality! Almost made me wanna jump on your site and spend some of my Stimulus check! But I got hardly anything left to spend 😞.
I would, but still keep in mind all of the non transmission issues. Suspension bushings, & oil leaks (upper pan seal, filter seal, valve cover gaskets etc)
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DSG is more fun but as bad as Nissan CVT in terms of historic reliability. People needs basic transportation just like 1 gear EV cars like ID3 with practically a CVT.
I have a b7 1.8t when i come to a stop after the car have been warmed up white smoke comes out what could be the problem?
I just bought a clean 2007 Audi A4 Quattro 2.0T . 6 speed Manuel . With 132,000 miles for $1600 . I drive it everyday . Aside from burning oil it’s been great
Wow, you did an amazing job filming this inspection! Really professional even with the rotor bolt snapped... You are the proof that even the best make mistakes! Love it🍿
i thought CVT meant continuously variable transmission.
It does, this guys being a spastic
maybe it was a joke idk
lmao yeah its a joke, cause cars with cvt's usually drop in value like crazy, cvt transmissions are notorious of being shitty in every way but fuel economy.
@@alexbakaloff hey bro you seem like a pro so i need my first car and im deciding between:
a4 2.5 tdi 2900€
a6 3.2 fsi 3.200€
which one is better
@@64siskat96 I’m really not, I don’t even have my own car yet haha. I love audis though and for sure don’t get anything with a cvt man. If you’re on a tight budget, probably get the a4 with the diesel, the 3.2 is more power but also less reliable from what I know. I wanna get an a4 sometime in the future too
I got a 2007 A4 Quattro 2.0T from IAA in April for 500$. All it needed was a rear bumper cover. While MF'ers were buying toilet paper, I was buying an Audi on the cheap...
In my country you can do the same purchase for 500$ only if a "rear bumper cover" means the audi a4 2007 2.0T itself, because 500$ is a price of rear bumper here.
Here in Denmark you pay 5000 usd for that car with 300000 km😂
In 2019 I bought mine with 80k miles, B7 Quattro 2.0T A/T for 18k USD. Because my country it's a POS lol but great deal considering the MK5 GTI was selling for 35k lol
@@frederikjanning8297In Lithuania also around 5-6k euros
In estonia i bought a4 2.0 tdi quattro, 250000km for 4k
Great video! You pointed almost every common repair I've had to make on my 08 Quattro The last 3 years, high pressure fuel pump, pcv valve, purge valve, throttle body, both axles, coolant flange, and oil housing. Triptronic Trans is solid tho. Key is preventative maintenance, got 133k on mine.
Forgot to add i put in new radiator last month, plastic parts are a pain
Same I just reached 130,000 and having the serpentine belt, coolant distribution pipe and thermostat replaced with original parts
I got a 08 b7 a4 2.0t manual Quattro s-line avant for $2400 in 2018
Absolutely love my audi
Just got my first Audi, 06 2.0t 6spd. Needed a head gasket and timing chain tensioner nothing else. What a BEAST!
1000$ Basically brand new not even a rock chip 😝 if you see one for less than 2k baby jump on it. Quattro = savage grip.
Please keep the video coming on this b7 a4 love it
Bought a silver s line qm California car. Worked on at 034 Motorsport. Has their high flow cat, all the street density mounts, Unitronic stg1 tune and a eibach koni cup kit. $5300 June of 2019 with 138k on it and receipts in the glove box that total more than I paid for it. Super clean with only a small dent on the hood. Could eat out of the engine bay. Now with 143k on it a couple of scratches, evap leak, oil filter housing leak and antifreeze leak near the turbo somewhere. Never over 4k rpm and still this BS. So mad cause my go fast money now has to go into maintenance. Oh well, I still love the car. Always get asked how I kept it so clean. All credit goes to the previous owner.
i appreciate you including the part where you forget to put the wheel bolts back on when brake torquing the engine. your tips and advice is priceless but including your mistakes makes this a laudably down-to-earth video!
also, is there an advantage to using plastic valve covers? my impression is german carmakers tend toward these and i don't understand why
Kevin Yuqi Wang cost saving, nothing else.
some newer models have plastic Oil Pan’s... fragile AF
Loved my B6.. was a great car. Awesome to show the mistakes too - I would have probably done the same lol. So axle and mounts? Sounds like a pretty sweet deal! I've spent more for less in the past
Best car channel. I love all Audis. This dude good at explaining in details.
Have the CVT on my 2008 S Line DTM. Got the car on the cheap. Really love the CVT. With the paddle shifters, it was actually the most expensive option back then. Great mpg and faster than either the manual or tiptronic. The paddle shifters are a must have. Good video. Changed the fluid using Amzoil. No issues whatsoever. Btw, Audi does not have a chemical plant. Their fluid is made by Motul. You can buy it for less than half the price. These cars are worth the trouble of fixing up. Ive owned two Honda’s and three Toyota’s and the have little or no driving enjoyment. Just point a to point b. Absolutely love my Audi B7.
CVT on mine. Love it. Stage 2 for 4 years, no dramas. Changed fluid 3 times. Kept servicing and didn't slam it off from a stop. Still great. Most people who say they hate the CVT haven't driven one. WAY faster, smoother, and simply a pleasure to drive. Now, they're cheap to replace and rebuild, or, as only the CVT engine will allow, a manual swap with the GVE.
What mileage? I didn't realise CVT was a cheap fix, I've looked and it seems to indicate like 5k where I am as I have one. You can swap out CVT for manual?
Did you change the CVT fluid yourself or took it to a dealer?
This video came at the perfect time. I've been looking to buy one such Audi (as my first car) for a few months & this video is quite informative in terms of what to look for upon purchase.
Great content as usual!
Squared Donut Don’t. I had an 08 A4 6spd auto in pretty good condition. I didn’t have too many problems but consumables like brakes are expensive. (At least if its your first car) My control arms were warn as well as the leaky mounts as shown in the video. You’ll be spending way more than its worth in repairs. My car was a late model so it even had the revisions done for a lot of trouble spots. Toyota is your friend. Stack some bread and get a well sorted B8 A4 as your second car if you really want to ride german. Just make sure to put aside a few thousand for that too.
I bought the 2015 Audi A4 Quattro as my first car last year with 51k miles and only one owner. The history record for the 2015 A4 is spotless and very reliable with barley any issues. If you do consider Audi as a first car please take your time and do as much research as possible on the history record for repair cost and how much it cost to maintain. Im very happy with my A4 as it was exactly what I was trying to look for in an Audi since I couldn't afford the A7. Lol
Please show how you fix all the issues, transmission, engine mounts, CV boots... thanks.... great video btw....
I think I drove like 40,000 miles over when my timing belt was due.. Wasn’t trying to prove anything, just worked a lot , now my B7 A4 has almost 230,000 (daily driven) finally replaced the oem turbo and upgraded the clutch ..
Please do a manual swap on it, we need more DAP content! Your tutorials and DIY's are pretty good though! It would be a fun couple videos to watch you do a 6 speed on it
Too expensive and not worth doing.
@Kris Nicholson I don't think that's true. Once the hardware is installed and mechanically working, and you have the new trans wired correctly, the software side of things is fixable. I know for a fact that on the MQB platform, the ECUs have the same hardware and software part numbers, regardless of transmission. Swapping the trans is as simple as changing the correct bits in the ECU and other module's long coding, and removing that auto trans from the Gateway Installation List on the CAN gateway. This is an older car, so it may be different than the MQB platform, but I can't imagine requiring an ECU replacement for a transmission swap. Worst case, maybe flashing the ECU to a different software version with ODIS Engineering or something but again, not impossible or too costly. If it really needed a different ECU, it can still be swapped with a cheap used junkyard one and adapted with ODIS Service. DAP could do it if they wanted to...
@Kris Nicholson isn't the CVT fwd engine mounted sideways. I had a MT Quattro and it was not mounted sideways
I guess not
@Kris Nicholson once you get all the parts for the swap its just plug and play no coding or anything required.
I get that you are not a fan of the denso stickers, but they do make quite a lot of oem engine components for VW group.
Denso is the best imo
I really like that you didnt cut the scene where you made the mistake because we all have learning lessons. I have a 2016 A3 and needing rear brakes am now tossing up the idea of a minor upgraded set up or not. In the winter (lots of snow and ice) my ABS drives me nuts and does not like to let me stop. Anyone have any recommendations?
I'm not sure why CVT is so hated. Done 213k miles in my B7 Avant and not had a problem, also got the paddles too. I've never drive a manual version of my car so I don't know. But CV boots and track rods and the AC compressor are always problems on these. Will be getting rid of it soon though as I want either a new A6 3.0 TDI or a Q7 if they are good choices
That's good to hear. On 112k miles and it concerns me. Mines a b8 so should be even more reliable as the earlier ones had the problems, according to my mechanic. Do you change the oil every 40k?
Cvt. Oh crap. These will hardly get a bid at dealer auction. Y’all paid $1000 to much
And the shitty 2 tfsi engine. A match made in heaven
The multichronic transmission is a great transmission until it's not.
Michael S Got a 1.8T in my B7 quattro Avant for a reason.
@@mschwemberger If it's well maintained, is it really a shitty engine though?
Troy DoinWork It’s named Multitronic
The vibration issue under load is the inner cv joints. I have a b7 tdi cvt and had the exact same issues. Even the P0706 code.
hey you didn't mention the plastic coolant junction pipe buried down at the back of the engine that weeps and then fails and is a complete pita to replace because you do it all blind. Ask me how I know.
Have a a4 b7 3.0 tdi s line quattro as my daily and I love it,went for a manual and thankful i did,that pinch bolt that holds the top arms in place is the worst job on these cars,an absolute nightmare to get out
BIG G yup! we call it the “asshole bolt”.
It took me 2 days to get the driver side bolt out...
I ended up heating the aluminum to 400 degrees and using an air powered chisel.
A NIGHTMARE indeed.
It's it that bad? I have to do one on my A8
@@JDJD-mw9rr it can be real bad.if you soak the bolt at both ends with penetrating fluid every other day for about a week before the job it will give you a real good chance at getting it out,a bit of heat around the part the bolt goes through can make a huge difference also but just be careful the rubber on the upper control dont catch fire. you can pick up a butane blow torch kit on ebay for a few pound/dollars,one that has a trigger,so handy
I'm VW/Audi through and through but i would avoid this car in CVT spec like the Rona.
@Kris Nicholson And designed to sound horrible. Sounds like slipping clutch
What's wrong with Velociraptors though? Haven't you seen Jerrasic Park?
@@JDJD-mw9rr 😕Wrong chat room I think...
@@audiwankenobi361 you didn't see the end of the video.....
@@JDJD-mw9rr Ok,I'll watch again because I don't remember.
That's a badass car bro. BBS can make damn near anything look nice.
13:39 I understand Denso for the most part is not a major supplier for VW/Audi, but they supply at the very least one part on every vehicle to just about every automotive manufacturer in the world. They are also owned by Toyota and supply most parts for toyotas. A bit surprised at how you would say they are bad quality or not a very good value. Not surprised at all you would recommend Bosch hahah.
Just bought B7 A4 Avant 2.0T Quattro, S-Line for 3900€ (ca. 4700$) and it is in perfect condition.
Another great video, love the work you guys do. I have used your videos to help me with maintainence , diagnostics and repairs to my own 2007 A4 2.0tfsi a load of times. Thank you.
One thing not mentioned in this video though, was the cam chain and tensioner.
I'm curious to know if these are something to watch out for? Ive heard some stories of the tensioners failing, but have also read that there's no change interval providing the engine is serviced properly with correct oil. Is the chain and tensioner something I should consider replacing at some point?
Car currently has just over 113k miles on it.
Any input would be really appreciated 🤙🏻
I had a 04 A4 1.8t cvt and it Shuddered for 5 years. Head gasket finally failed and I gave her away. Was a great car!
What mileage?
What was the cause of the shudder?
@PictureProStudios it has 183000 miles on it and it started around 120000. Not sure why it shuddered but I did have the oil changed several times and it did not correct the issue.
@ I have the same thing on mine. I changed the coils, plug, fuel filter and did a at home valve cleaning. With spray into the vacuum. It’s better but still there when cold. Have you done carbon cleaning ?
Sold my b7 1.8t cvt 163 (mapped) bought a b7 2.0tdi Quattro manual I can certainly tell you I have made a good choice and made a few quid too
MySuperkings a mapped 1.8t with CVT is a time bomb. 😂
both 1.8t and 2.0TDI are great and reliable engines.
@@fliegenmann2562 was a lovley drive once you were rolling but with a heavy foot .. a ticking time bomb as u say ... the Quattro is the way forward 170 standard .. mapped to 240 ish .. made a good choice ... do miss the sound of the 5cyl tho 😏
I am happy I got the ZF Auto transmission...
I wish you would have inspected the CVT mounts. I'm having trouble finding info about the transaxle mounts.
I have the same year count. I've done a laundry list of repairs on this vehicle. I have the 2.0t Quattro. I love this car. I do have one problem i can't seem to get rid of. And that is uneven idle and acceleration. I've done, coils, plugs, air filter, mass air flow, map sensor, vacuum pump, coolant flange, timing belt, turbo, pvc, and lastly regular oil and coolant changes. It doesn't struggle to stay on. It bounces back and forth about 100 rpm when cold and as i begin the morning. I warm up all my cars in the morning and this one is no exception. The problem persists for about an hour then goes away. Any ideas?
Mine was $15k in 2013 (bought A4 2.0T Quattro sedan, 2007 premium model with a little less than 50000 miles on it). Great price!
Where could I find a used Audi SUV without branded title and all the services done for its age ? I still have my A4 and currently it's got 146,000 miles on it :) Great car very dependable and useful all around car. I was looking at a Q7 2017 (3.0T with towing package) but they're like 35,000 dollars right now.
Hi , need an advice please, i change the oil in the gearbox..audi a4 b8 2013 -2L diesel…i forgot to replace the filter….is very important to put the new one in?
would've liked to see a wagon of this car ( i have an 08 avant manual :D ) such pretty cars
Kojy : I agree. Looking for a 2006-2008 wagon right now as upgrade from 2004 Passat wagon.
I miss my b7 6 speed smoothest transmission I’ve ever experienced
I have an '07 A4 manual with nearly 200k miles on it. I'll probalby feed it very expensive parts for a long time to keep it going. There is no replacement for this car anymore.... maybe the Golf Alltrack manual comes close, but the A4 B7 AWD is a lot better. I'm keeping an eye out for a B7 S-Line wagon with a stick. They're super rare.
'05 b7 avant quattro stick here aswell. Mine with 55k miles :D
@@erichtisnado1536 '07 Avant 3.2 6spd Titanium package here...apparently 1 of 9. Will also do whatever I can to keep it strong for as long as possible. Love it. Just over 80K miles right now and only putting on about 3K a year.
I agree @ 15:41 where you say you’re “not super familiar with CVT transmissions..”. CVT = A continuously VARIABLE (not valueless) transmission!
Your fault code P0706 is probably the transmission range sensor (aka neutral switch). I would use VCDS to test the module. Possible cause is corrosion either on connector or sensor by a leaking water vent pipe under passenger carpet. If the fluid change / adaptation doesn’t help, this is what you may want to look at.
"You might have just broke this car," is where I laughed out loud.
You forgot to mention the cam timing chain and tensioner, the often overlooked intake valve smasher!
This is an FSI engine. Has a timing belt and not a chain. You are thinking about the 2.0 TSI motor that has a timing chain and the TSI came to the US in late 08 and the engine cover on VWs said TSI. FSI motors have cam follower issues.
@@kylemandt527 Em no I'm not mistaken, the FSI engine has a timing belt AND a timing chain. It has a timing belt from crank to exhaust cam, then a chain between exhaust and intake cam. The cam chain and tensioner setup also has an oil pressure controlled phaser on the exhaust cam, this is how variable valve timing is achieved on the FSI. You've just highlighted the 'often overlooked' part of my original post!
I like how you kept in your fuggup.
👍🏻
Nice video. Helpful
I'd buy it. Used CVT is like $600-1500 for the part. So, in a $1500 car if I did it myself over a weekend, that's $3k. Still a bargain. Drive axles are like $100 each from Autozone, and easy to swap out. The Autozone ones are fine. I put a couple of them in my various Audi/VW cars over the years and never had an issue.
that ride desperately needs a 6spd manual swap
Including a 1.8T swap
@@jonasthemovie 1.8T why? Is it more reliable perhaps?
@@aleclafrance7284 It sure is. No high pressure fuel pump piston to ruin your cam.
@@jonasthemovie change the cam lobe every other oil change I suppose
@@aleclafrance7284 The cam follower, but yes. There is a reason why studs are a popular upgrade to the pumps, to not wear out the head threads.
The mileage would be helpful to determine if it worth tinkering with.
Balance shaft module check?
Mileage on vehicle please?
I think it's 5-link not 4-link, tie-rod considered to be one of the links too.
The b7 is my favourite .
I much prefer the manual transmission.
I have a 2006 v6 deisel that i juat got my hands on and its a great car
Do these 2.0 TFSI engines have any problem with the oil pump? (the oil pump balance shaft hex key is too weak) Or is it just the 2.0 diesel's weakpoint?
I have a similar condition B7 2.0 TDI manual with 296.000 km (184k miles) and I have already had it repaired preemptivly. I want is to reach 500.000 km. :)
BTW I'd love to see that manual conversion in a video.
Is it normal for these engines to gie a purring sound as they idle, if not would replacing the plugs and wires fix this issue?
have you done a rear and front diff fluid change video for this platform?
Let's see an update. Love this platform.
In addition to the things you mentioned, balance shafts can seize so there's a massive write up on that. Parts list to convert to 1.8 oil system is more than a new motor.
Accusump is very highly recommended to save it. I'd love to see an install video of that is you choose to do it.
I broke one of those rotor set screws on a mk4 golf running down the axle nut with an impact with no wheel lugs installed 😅
Hi, I have an Audi 500 SEL V6 2.8L 94 MODEL. What kind of ODB can I use on my car
Uper ball joint check was false, have to turn the wheel fully to the end left and right and then on each turn push 12 a clock to see if there is any play. Under u have to use a bar and often before and after the wheel been turned left and right.
I have this same exact car other then mine is white. I spun a bearing on the crank and it is pretty much done. I’m gonna replace the engine but now I’m wondering what it would take to do a manual swap. The bad part is my CVT transmission has no problems so far and the car has 136,000 miles on it
You probably already changed it but I saw your vvt solenoid n205 valve was leaking at the back of the head. It'll make the car do wacky idle stuff.
I have a A6 with a broken multitronic trans and i cant find a new transmisson for it
Denso coils are no good? Or no good for Audi? I’ve had so many Bosch or whatever VW/Audi uses coils go bad over the life of the car.
Hi I have the same car 08 audi a4 with a p0153 code and p1751 and tha PRNDS illuminate and it won't get any gears if you can help me with that please
Can you please do a video of the common coolant leak because i have that in my car ?
I'm going to look at a 2.0T Auto car soon. Don't want a 2.0T, don't want an Auto, but it runs & drives and I want an Audi. Daily it for a while then when something inevitably dies maybe do a VR6 manual swap lol.
I love my b7, auto 6 speed, 200k miles, runs like a top
Have you ever had timing issue?
CVT?
CVT - continuously variable transmission
continuously variable transmission yeah, thought the same
He knows what it actually stands for. What he is doing, which is quite obvious, is giving the acronym different meaning because CVT's are generally considered to be garbage.
He wasnt giving it different meaning. He is a dumbass.
It defintly stands for Chickens Valet Trucks.....i don't get why no one know this but please remember for next time so you don't sound stupid!#!#!
I had the same issue with my front snub mount. Bits felt like mattress foam was sprinkled up in there :/
Denso makes decent stuff, infact they are an OE brand for alot of makers! They also tend to price their stuff more fairly and started penetrating the DIY space a bit.
Denso is all I use in my 08 RL
I love my vehicles CVT. Works great and much more efficient than gears.
Great information keep up the good work...👍👍👍
The rear diff is missing!
I had a B7 A4 w/ manual & Sline. I didn't know Audi had a CVT ever! Then i made some research and it's on Frontrak only! Shame on you for buying a non Quattro Audi!!! ;). But seriously, they are uber rare in canada since Quattro is a must. Cheers!
Rewatching this video today is crazy bc the price on them jumped up so high
Sweet! Where can I get one? Includes free fault codes...
Vibration under acceleration comes from inner CV joint 100% it is not Gearbox related! even if there is zero play once taken out for inspection. Puting in new ones will make it super smooth under acceleration. Regarding transmission error, control unit needs to be removed from back of cvt (continiously VARIABLE transmission) gearbox, send it to get refurbished. There is tiny wires that connects unit connector to pcb that breaks because of heat and vibration. Transmission fluid replaced and adaptation performed. Done!
False, it was not the axles. It was the trans. We already addressed in this video. ruclips.net/video/ryQ6pfZFbfc/видео.html
hey what manual transmission would fit one of these?
Phew the suspense was KILLING ME
Sell me the engine, my b7 blew in January, can’t find a motor for a price worth keeping the car, love the car tho just need some help fixing it🥺
R.i.p
@@kilovwdude6457 it’s runs now got it going again
@@zackarycommodore amazing!!!
I have the same car with the most recent theft deterrent system available... a 6 speed transmission.
Maintained my fsi meticulously and it turded out at 195k miles
was it a CVT?
Dsg
@@progmanmike Dsg is prolly more unreliable than cvt. And 195k miles is pretty good
@Steven Strain
It had some blowby which is normal, but then one day just suddenly it started draining coolant into the engine. The DSG just needed a clutch pack at around 120k ever since then the DSG had been problem free. I'm thinking in a year or so I'll have the disposable income to hit up integrated engineering for their built short block.
Head gasket failure. There are plenty of engines out there you can get for around $500-$1000. 2.0 FSI is a decent engine. Aside from couple weak points.
Also worth noting with this particular car it's known to have a cam chain tensioner from hell and of all things a shit torque converter! I actually had my tensioner blow which resulted in a cylinder head swap, and it generally ran like trash for a year while I had it before I finally swapped the TC, fluid, and filter.
Swapping to solid rubber motor mounts was a choice move as well. I love my baby but boy howdy she's a pain in the ass.
It doesn't have a torque converter, has a CVT.
@@ln5747 it does have a TC. Source: I have one and I changed it.
@@peytonbloom4123 you said the car shown, it had a CVT, not a torque converter.
Is it only a3 fsi that has a chain instead of the belt, or do any of the a4 models come with a chain?
B8 onwards chain or chains there more than 1
My engine 2 doesn’t work on my obd 11 ios is that normal?
You didn’t mention anything about the timing chain or the fact that the timing chain tensioner falls apart and blows the motor
Did you say manual swap? I would love to swap my 03 b6 , but doesn’t it require new ecu? Do you have a kit? 1.8t
Thank god I got the Quattro avant version of this car with the auto. 120k miles and no issues whatsoever. These CVTs were a load of crap.
Thank you for the video! I am also thinking about buying an used Audi A4 B7. I would rather get one with Quattro to avoid the CVT transmission. I know this car is high maintenance, but one thing I worry the most is the oil consumption. Is replacing the piston rings the only solution on the oil consumption issue? Once again thank you so much for sharing the video!
Allen Hsu the A4 B7 Generation has no Oil consumption problem.
It started around 2007 with the first TFSI Generations and lasted till 2013.
but avoid the old 2.0T, it’s junk!
Hey, what could be the problem when u put an a4 in reverse and it jumps?
Purge valve
I have a 05.5 A4 6 speed. I’m torn on investing money in or parting ways. Bitter sweet
Same here. A4 Quattro 6 speed. Keep it. What's wrong with it?
i didn't know audi's ever used cvt's....cool!
All automatic fwd audis are CVT - stay away from them!
@@Jackinacox not all of them are CVT... Definitely have to look at the individual model and transmission model, FWD Tiptronic Audis exist too, they're not all Multitronic.
@@sookoll23 all longitudinal fwd autos are CVT up until 2016 or something when they got DSG.
there's no rwd audi. quattro is 50/50 unless its s or rs model
Avoid if there is no service history and 6 plate clutch version. If its the 7 plate version with regular oil changes and the car has gasoline engine and its not remaped then its ok. I have 220000km on my gasoline CVT and the box runs like a dream
balanceshaft problems ?.
My cvt in my prius is just fine at 226k. But I'm looking at a 2008 a4 Platinum for 4200.
That's because it's a light car.
dsg b8.5😬 couldnt imagine a cvt
Would anyone know the torque specs on the subframe bolts on the A4 B7 quat 6M ? I hear the clicking is caused by using old bolts and I just got new ones.
Something like 100Nm plus 90 deg
You filming your whoops was top quality! Almost made me wanna jump on your site and spend some of my Stimulus check! But I got hardly anything left to spend 😞.
Would you recommend to buy Audi A4 B7 AVANT 2.0 TDI with mechanic gearbox ?
I would, but still keep in mind all of the non transmission issues. Suspension bushings, & oil leaks (upper pan seal, filter seal, valve cover gaskets etc)
@@mrtyreus0 Thank you for answering
I love the denso coils better than Bosch ones
A good base to a manual quattro swap to an GVE 🤔
The hardware for bellypan is not expensive. ECS sells them for like $1 a piece
There is a large lack of drive shafts in the rear.