Change Car Turbo Volkswagen Golf

Change Car Turbo

Very technical 5h00–18h00 ~500–1800€
Temps estimé 5h00–18h00
Coût estimé ~500–1800€
Difficulté Very technical
Motorisations
Golf III 1991-1998 2
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (1Z)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AHU)
Golf IV 1997-2007 9
  • 1.8 Turbo Gas (AGU)
  • 1.8 Turbo Gas (ARZ)
  • 1.8 Turbo Gas (AUM)
  • 1.8 Turbo Gas (AWD)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AGR)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (ALH)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (ATD)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AXR)
  • GTi (1.8 Turbo) Gas (AUQ)
Golf V 2003-2010 4
  • 2.0 TFSI Gas (CCTA)
  • GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (BPY)
  • GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (BWA)
  • GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CAWB)
Golf VI 2009-2013 6
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CBAB)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CFFB)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CJAA)
  • GTi (2.0 TSI) Gas (CBFA)
  • GTi (2.0 TSI) Gas (CCTA)
  • R (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CRZA)
Golf VII 2013-2021 12
  • 1.4 TSI Gas (DGXA)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRBC)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRLB)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRUA)
  • GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CHHB)
  • GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CNTA)
  • GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CXCA)
  • GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CXCB)
  • GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CXDA)
  • R (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CYFB)
  • R (2.0 TFSI) Gas (DJJA)
  • R (2.0 TFSI) Gas (DLRA)
Renew the turbocharger 4WD, RHD 18h00
Renew the turbocharger 4WD, LHD 12h00
Renew the turbocharger LHD 11h00
Renew the turbocharger RHD 16h00–17h00
Renew the turbocharger 16h00
Renew the turbocharger Front-wheel drive, LHD 11h00
Renew the turbocharger Front-wheel drive, RHD 17h00

What is the role of the Volkswagen Golf turbo?

The turbocharger increases engine power by compressing the intake air, allowing more air (and therefore more fuel) into the combustion chambers. It is driven by exhaust gases spinning a turbine at speeds up to 250,000 rpm. The compressed intake air passes through an intercooler to reduce its temperature before entering the engine.

What are the symptoms of a failing Volkswagen Golf turbo?

Common symptoms include: loss of engine power or boost, excessive exhaust smoke (blue/white for oil burning, black for over-fuelling), whining or whistling noise from the turbo area, engine warning light or turbo fault codes, oil leaks at the turbo housing, increased oil consumption.

What causes Volkswagen Golf turbo failure?

The main causes are: oil starvation (blocked or restricted oil feed lines, low oil level, poor oil quality), foreign object ingestion, excessive exhaust temperature, worn bearings due to high mileage, and contaminated oil. Always investigate and fix the root cause before fitting a replacement turbo.

Can a Volkswagen Golf turbo be reconditioned?

Yes, turbo reconditioning is a common and cost-effective alternative to buying new. A reputable service will disassemble, inspect, replace worn parts, rebalance, and test the unit. Expect to pay 30–60% of the new price.

Is it difficult to change a Volkswagen Golf turbo?

Difficulty level 5/5: very technical. The turbo is connected to both the intake and exhaust systems, requiring numerous disassembly steps. Approximately 5 hours on average for a professional mechanic. Key precautions after fitting: change the engine oil and filter, prime the turbo with oil before starting, allow the turbo to cool down after hard driving by idling for 30 seconds before switching off.

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6 générations couvertes

Génération Période Motorisations Carburant
Golf II 1983-1993 1983-1993 1.6 D Diesel (ME), 1.8 16V Gas (PL), 1.8 Gas (GX), 1.8 Gas (HT), 1.8 Gas (PF), 1.8 Gas (RD), 1.8 Kat. Gas (RV), 2.0 Gas (9A) Diesel, Gas
Golf III 1991-1998 1991-1998 1.9 TDI Diesel (1Z), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AHU), 2.0 Gas (ABA), 2.8 VR6 Gas (AAA) Diesel, Gas
Golf IV 1997-2007 1997-2007 1.8 Gas (AWP), 1.8 Turbo Gas (AGU), 1.8 Turbo Gas (ARZ), 1.8 Turbo Gas (AUM), 1.8 Turbo Gas (AWD), 1.9 Diesel (BEW), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AGR), 1.9 TDI Diesel (ALH), 1.9 TDI Diesel (ATD), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AXR), 2.0 Gas (AEG), 2.0 Gas (APK), 2.0 Gas (AQY), 2.0 Gas (AVH), 2.0 Gas (AZG),… Diesel, Gas
Golf V 2003-2010 2003-2010 2.0 TFSI Gas (CCTA), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (BPY), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (BWA), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CAWB) Gas
Golf VI 2009-2013 2009-2013 2.0 TDI Diesel (CBAB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CFFB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CJAA), 2.5 Gas (CBTA), 2.5 Gas (CBUA), GTi (2.0 TSI) Gas (CBFA), GTi (2.0 TSI) Gas (CCTA), R (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CRZA) Diesel, Gas
Golf VII 2013-2021 2013-2021 1.4 TSI Gas (DGXA), 1.8 TFSI Gas (CNSA), 1.8 TFSI Gas (CNSB), 1.8 TFSI Gas (CXBA), 1.8 TFSI Gas (CXBB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRBC), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRLB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRUA), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CHHB), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CNTA), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CXCA), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CXCB)… Diesel, Gas

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