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the 2.0L tsi engine has a habit of going through coolant pumps, which is part of an integrated unit that also contains the thermostat. The factory one's housing is plastic. My VW specialist mechanic advised me to "spend the extra once and get a metal aftermarket one" when we were replacing it for a second time in three years. Been good for 4 years since then. That engine also benefits hugely from a chip tune for better performance and economy.
Currently driving a 2021 V6 with heavy duty suspension pack. It’s rated to tow 3500kg, although I’d definitely not tow that much over a long distance. Makes the ride unladen quite harsh but adding a securilid along with tools etc. settles it very well. Lovely motor. Cheers for the video.
Swapped my 2014 1.9BiTDi for a 2019 3.0V6 (258bhp) and they're completely different beasts. The 1.9 plods along and not very good rear drum brakes. The V6 is a bit of a beast, and the discs all round work so much better. Apart from that, biggest difference seems to be weight of steering, with the 2019 being that much lighter. One thing to note is the spec. Both are Highline. IIRC the 2014 Highline was top spec, but in 2019 Aventura is top spec. The 2019 Highline misses out on a couple of things....auto headlights and auto wipers. The former really isn't an issue as you can leave on main beam the whole time if you wish (though it will mean Waze switches to night mode). The ;ack of auto wiper isn't too much of an issue as the intermittent wiper has 5 decent settings. Also no auto dim rear view mirror, but with a hardtop on, this isn't an issue. One of the reasons I got rid of the 2014, was a leak into the driver's side footwell (RHD), or maybe that was the straw that broke the camel's back. Suspected to possibly be a seam in the bodywork as various people had a go trying to find but failed. Option was to completely strip everything out and then try and see. No guarantee but ££££!
This Amarok was just brilliant and for most people the best but the second generation seems obsolete, just get a Ford Ranger if it's the exact same thing but probably a bit less expensive.
@@imnotusingmyrealname4566not nessecarily. The 2.0 bi turbo manual had both low range and a diff lock and is actually the best model amarok for off road use
My cousin owned a 2.0 tdi and his experienced a bearing knock. I have heard that the oil pump is the main issue of this type of failure. Please can you share your view on this issue
I’m tempted to agree as oil pumps weren’t a ‘very’ common fault on these engine but there were reports of failures (especially if the earlier models). The other possible culprit could be too much pressure applied to the engine internals due to a block of any emissions equipment (EGR, DPF, Catalytic converter), or oil passing the piston rings or leaking. But these two would probably have been noticeable before hand due to poor performance and a warning light if blocked emissions equipment, and an oil warning low light for any type of oil escape. Hope the answer is helpful and sorry to hear about what I can only guess was a large repair bill 👍
The measure of a good company in my opinion is not when everything is going right but when something goes wrong. By this gauge VW fails badly. I’ve had several issues over the years and VW just deny the known issues. For example the head units / screens in the Amaroks is a known weakness. The screens stop responding, generally the problem starts in the middle of the screen and works outwards until you can’t do a thing. VW have failed to recognise this as an issue and hasn’t had a recall for this problem. I love my Amarok and have been across the Simpson desert, to the cape and around Fraser Island multiple times without being let down once. Please VW find your moral compass and fix your issues.
Did you mention the serpentine belt being pulled into the timing cover on the 2.0L bi turbo? It's the biggest issue because it causes your engine to skip timing and self destruct. VW changed the design of the timing cover but it was reported a lot in the early models
That in combination with failing tensioners is a bad combination. My belt started to make a little noice when the engine was cold. I did remove the belt, and the tensioner fell apart 😅
all kinds of issues. make more power and you will break the engine faster, it's just a matter of time. unless you're building a race car, don't bother. if you want better perfomance and fuel economy just have a software chip tune. you will get what you pay for. use a cheap plug in chip and you will get cheap results. spend $800 on a professional VW chip tune that rewrites the entire engine map and you will go from "yeah not bad" to "wow man! What's in this thing?"
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Check the rear hubs for oil leaks , the seal on the half shaft bearing leaks and VW only sell a complete shaft at an eye watering price.
the 2.0L tsi engine has a habit of going through coolant pumps, which is part of an integrated unit that also contains the thermostat. The factory one's housing is plastic. My VW specialist mechanic advised me to "spend the extra once and get a metal aftermarket one" when we were replacing it for a second time in three years. Been good for 4 years since then. That engine also benefits hugely from a chip tune for better performance and economy.
I am looking at buying a 2015 2.0 BiTdi DC and this has been so informative. Thank you.
Great to hear it helped 😁
Currently driving a 2021 V6 with heavy duty suspension pack. It’s rated to tow 3500kg, although I’d definitely not tow that much over a long distance. Makes the ride unladen quite harsh but adding a securilid along with tools etc. settles it very well. Lovely motor. Cheers for the video.
Swapped my 2014 1.9BiTDi for a 2019 3.0V6 (258bhp) and they're completely different beasts. The 1.9 plods along and not very good rear drum brakes. The V6 is a bit of a beast, and the discs all round work so much better. Apart from that, biggest difference seems to be weight of steering, with the 2019 being that much lighter.
One thing to note is the spec. Both are Highline. IIRC the 2014 Highline was top spec, but in 2019 Aventura is top spec. The 2019 Highline misses out on a couple of things....auto headlights and auto wipers. The former really isn't an issue as you can leave on main beam the whole time if you wish (though it will mean Waze switches to night mode). The ;ack of auto wiper isn't too much of an issue as the intermittent wiper has 5 decent settings. Also no auto dim rear view mirror, but with a hardtop on, this isn't an issue.
One of the reasons I got rid of the 2014, was a leak into the driver's side footwell (RHD), or maybe that was the straw that broke the camel's back. Suspected to possibly be a seam in the bodywork as various people had a go trying to find but failed. Option was to completely strip everything out and then try and see. No guarantee but ££££!
This video is so well researched! Why aren't their any comments yet?
Thanks for the comment, hopefully it gets a bit more conversation started from others 😁
This Amarok was just brilliant and for most people the best but the second generation seems obsolete, just get a Ford Ranger if it's the exact same thing but probably a bit less expensive.
Double wishbone suspension is the reason why they go around corners like an 80s hot hatch
I’m in the market for the 2.0 Bi turbo, great guide
Many thanks, and all the best in your car search 😁
That's the worst engine you could pick. The V6 is the best.
@@imnotusingmyrealname4566not nessecarily. The 2.0 bi turbo manual had both low range and a diff lock and is actually the best model amarok for off road use
@@u3962521 yes apparently only the 4-cylinders got the off-road equipment while the V6 was more intended for on-road use
0:48 Damn imagine getting the best engine because the lower ones don't meet emissions.😎 Sadly it's the polar opposite today.
Hey this is a really cool channel. Subscribed!
Many thanks, hope you enjoy the videos we've got coming up 😄
My cousin owned a 2.0 tdi and his experienced a bearing knock. I have heard that the oil pump is the main issue of this type of failure. Please can you share your view on this issue
I’m tempted to agree as oil pumps weren’t a ‘very’ common fault on these engine but there were reports of failures (especially if the earlier models). The other possible culprit could be too much pressure applied to the engine internals due to a block of any emissions equipment (EGR, DPF, Catalytic converter), or oil passing the piston rings or leaking. But these two would probably have been noticeable before hand due to poor performance and a warning light if blocked emissions equipment, and an oil warning low light for any type of oil escape. Hope the answer is helpful and sorry to hear about what I can only guess was a large repair bill 👍
The measure of a good company in my opinion is not when everything is going right but when something goes wrong. By this gauge VW fails badly. I’ve had several issues over the years and VW just deny the known issues. For example the head units / screens in the Amaroks is a known weakness. The screens stop responding, generally the problem starts in the middle of the screen and works outwards until you can’t do a thing. VW have failed to recognise this as an issue and hasn’t had a recall for this problem. I love my Amarok and have been across the Simpson desert, to the cape and around Fraser Island multiple times without being let down once. Please VW find your moral compass and fix your issues.
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I'm ready to add some basic mods to mine for towing a Tvan. What suspension/wheel/tyre changes have you done? I have a 580 Highline
Did you mention the serpentine belt being pulled into the timing cover on the 2.0L bi turbo? It's the biggest issue because it causes your engine to skip timing and self destruct. VW changed the design of the timing cover but it was reported a lot in the early models
Great bit of information that we hadn't added in the video. Thanks for adding 👍
Do you know what year this was corrected? I am thinking of buying an Amarok and I would like to make a good purchase.
That in combination with failing tensioners is a bad combination. My belt started to make a little noice when the engine was cold. I did remove the belt, and the tensioner fell apart 😅
Don't look at TH-cam videos for ideas to change the tensioner. Just do it from the wheel side 🤘
@@jannne83yeah did that to from wheel arch.
I have 2011 amarok 2L 4cyl 4x2. If i change bigger turbo kit is it any issue in small engine?
all kinds of issues. make more power and you will break the engine faster, it's just a matter of time. unless you're building a race car, don't bother.
if you want better perfomance and fuel economy just have a software chip tune. you will get what you pay for. use a cheap plug in chip and you will get cheap results. spend $800 on a professional VW chip tune that rewrites the entire engine map and you will go from "yeah not bad" to "wow man! What's in this thing?"
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