MK5 GTI / GLI - Common Problems (2006-2010)

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Looking to buy a Volkswagen GTI? Check out this extensive list of problems that tend to come up! I go over, in detail, issues that occur, from body issues, engine problems, suspension failures, and more. This video should teach you about common issues to help analyze cars you're looking to purchase, guide you towards problems with your current car and suggest maintenance to prevent these problems.
Major MK5 GTI / GLI issues include:
Rust, on suspension components, the wheel arches, rockers, and below the emblem
Broken Coil Springs
Tired Struts and Shocks
Soft Touch Interior Coatings
Cam Follower / High Pressure Fuel Pump / Intake Cam
Ignition Coils / Spark Plugs
Timing Belt / Waterpump
Carbon buildup on valves
Motor / Transmission mounts
PCV Valve / system
Diverter Valve boost leaks
DSG control unit failure
Semi-weak clutch
Electronic gremlins
Note that this guide is specifically for the MK5 Volkswagen GTI and GLI, though these problems often come up on other MK5s (2006-2010), including the Jetta, Passat, R32 and vehicles that share the 2.0l TSI or FSI engines. Also, similar problems are known to come up on the MK6, and can be used as a buying guide.
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@saulelabra7304 5 лет назад

Excelent video, I have a 2006 mk5 gli and some of these problems appeared on it, now I have more idea on what to replace / check. Thanks!!

@CashedOutCars 5 лет назад

Glad to help man! Enjoy it!

@thingsandstuff6822 5 лет назад

This is super helpful, thanks for the vid

@allosaurusfragilis7782 5 лет назад

Do love the mk 5. The wife has had an r32 mk 5 for nearly ten years. One or two problems but highly recommended overall. Dont know about the states but they have held big value over here. (Uk)

@ConnorGrosseFilms 5 лет назад

Allosaurus Fragilis oh yeah up here in Canada they hold value very well

@TheRambory 3 года назад

Fantastic video, thank you so much!

@chrisward7582 4 года назад

Thanks for the vid. My last mkv Gti I took from 66k to 189k and was still going strong. Only replaced one suspension coil rear and a rad. Have another one now and gone from 52k to 65k already. Love these cars sooo much!! Both dsg and never had any issues

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

Nice, I’m glad you’ve been pretty much trouble free!

@chrisward7582 4 года назад

CashedOutCars - yes fingers crossed this new one keeps going forever as well. Keep up the good work 👍

@silentwolvesnld8831 2 года назад

@@chrisward7582 mine has this problem where my check engine epc esp and tyre [ressure lights come on my check engine light goes on and off every while but epc keeps going on and off so it drives very rough going on the gas it has a delay sometimes and they cant seem to fix it i had some vacuum pipes replaced i had the throttle body replaced but no luck yet also a piece of my clutch broke off and punctured a hole in my gearbox xD had that all replaced also , that was a week after i bought it and the mechanics said the previous owner already had this as there was no metal in my gearbox so they most likely just closed the hole off and it just opened up again when i drove it.... also no difference in the clutch even with a big piece missing somehow

@bolt3992 5 лет назад

Great video. I'm looking to get into one of these cars soon.

@prudentjb 5 лет назад

Thanks! Very informative

@harisyoung4110 4 года назад

this video make me change mind to find used one, luckily found a45 edition 1 used for sale...

@osvaldobautista5699 5 лет назад

Very good information....👍

@ClaudiuB 5 лет назад

Man, your outfit and the location makes me wanna rewatch South Park again. You look like one of the characters (not sure which one). Anyway, in a positive way of saying this, not negative, mmmkay? Cheers

@nadk8886 4 года назад

He sounds like Chris from family guy

@sirbangalot569 3 года назад

Stan. His dressed like Stan😂😂😂

@LowkeyTanks 2 года назад

Really appreciate the video! Thank you🙏🏾

@CashedOutCars 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@spencerquimby4726 3 года назад

I bought a 2009 MkV in 2020 with about 118,000Km (72,000 miles). I replaced the intake manifold with the update that fixes the runner flap actuator issue and the updated diverter valve. The DSG is amazing as long as you change the fluid regularly and don't treat it like and automatic. It's an (automated) manual. Use the same throttle manners you would use with a manual transmission or you'll feather the clutches into oblivion, especially on hills. And for God sake downshift once in a while for compression braking. Also the 40,000km recommended intervals for transmission fluid change is...generous. 25-30k changes while make you and your car very happy. If you can do it yourself it's not that much more than a full synthetic oil change.

@CashedOutCars 3 года назад

My parent's MK6 has the DSG, it's definitely a cool transmission!

@F00TZ 5 лет назад

I've had electrical problems with my 09 gli. Right rear door didn't lock and the sunroof broke (I had to take it to a VW dealer for that fix) the door lock was kinda a pain to fix but I did have to troubleshoot quite a bit ( found out it was the lock motor and I just bought another one and it works flawlessly now) and my fuel gauge only reads about 3/4 full on a full tank ( I think it's a sending unit common problem on all "older" cars) but VW has a digital read out for fuel range so I just use that and it works fine. Other than that it's just common problems from 10 year old + cars headlights were foggy but I put new lenses on and some cosmetic stuff but nothing major. Each car is and individual thing so keep that in mind not every car has the same story to tell and the problems can be just as different. Definitely don't be afraid to buy a mk5 though. Mechanically mine had been fine and started up 100% of the time I turn the key and it's so fun to drive and mod so don't be afraid to buy one even if it has problems. Nothing is perfect especially used cars but forums and videos like this help out so much so don't be afraid to work on your own car!

@GarrisonRussellXD 4 года назад

same, my 2 passenger doors are breaking i need to replace it , my crankcase valve also failed and after fixing it i have $2000 worth in gasket repairs

@iceyybandit7787 Год назад

I just bought a 09 gli today, is there anything i need to look out for, it has pretty high mileage (158k)

@F00TZ Год назад

@@iceyybandit7787 I would start with basic wear items first ,belts, chains, bearings, clutches, brakes etc. But more specifically the time chain tensioner can go bad and cause a nasty engine busting failure if left unchecked. ignition coils can crack and go bad usually throwing a check engine light and a misfire code (easy fix, just replace them) other than that as long as those are all looking good or delt with and maintenance is kept up no major problems will happen to these things. Mechanically they are pretty sound as long as you do maintenance (like anything on the road)

@Vodafone16v 5 лет назад

Great info bro! Appreciate it since I am looking into buying a Mk5 GTi. Still can't decide wether a DSG or a stick. I do love driving stick, but that will mean my wife doesn't get to drive... EVER. LoL

@CashedOutCars 5 лет назад

Both are fun! the DSGs do shift super fast and are still very enjoyable

@NicholasNormile 5 лет назад

Manual. You'll thank me later.

@EA-nj4zd 4 года назад

good job man

@dillanmistry 2 года назад

My mom had a gti it was lovely to have, smooth in sport mode but a huge amount of mechanical problems, sad that it looks and would be a great car, just not reliable

@markoberstecher2121 4 года назад

Bought my 07 GTI new. Has 139k miles.. Did all factory maintenance till 120K miles.. Totally disappointing. Cam follower was the only recalled item that fell under warranty.. needed ignition tumbler replaced twice.. Burns 1 quart oil per 1500mi... Headliner fell... Sunroof drains are shit.. keyless locks work intermittently...so many electrical, engine, and suspension parts have taken a shit I can't remember them all.. Currently in the shop because AC took a shit and is bogging.. Yea it is a fun car to drive, just not to own.

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

I agree. This one had the oil pump seize, so it's no more. My 2015 wasn't much better, sold that one too..

@markoberstecher2121 4 года назад

@@CashedOutCars Despite my rant there is something magical about the car that has me still driving it... how many miles did you get out of the car before the oil pump seized?

@LoveLikeaHurricane 4 года назад

I have my 07 GTI since new. About to hit 130000 miles and just had dsg service done yesterday. The shop told me they found leaks and I would need Brake Vacuum Pump and new valve cover gasket, also a new hose for the PCV system. New small cracks on my CV joints (replaced the CV axle 4 years ago on one side and 2 years ago on the other). Head liner sagging a little. The driver door lock is faulty, needs to use a physical key to lock and unlock. A bit disappointed so many things are starting to go wrong, but I think I’m disapppointed because I don’t “love” the car anymore as I’m looking into something new.

@hotrodjcc 3 года назад

I have had a timing chain break and the motor still be good. I had a VW specialist say if the timing belt goes the valves will be trashed. He said if the chain breaks there is a good chance the engine is still good.

@sheldonm3535 5 лет назад

Inside Front fenders have a sponge that should be removed as it collects moisture and will rust. Headliner usually is bc ppl don’t leave the windows down a little bit so the car gets too hot inside. Good film Tinted windows and a front windshield visor will help.

@auxmike 4 года назад

I’ve actually squeezed water out of that sponge! It’s always wet no matter what and is very heavy with water. It’s to deaden sound. This is in a 2015 Jetta. I think I will rip them out this summer

@EastwoodPaul 4 года назад

I literally have like everything you mentioned.

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

That’s too bad, I hope you get it sorted out!

@simonhare7369 4 года назад

Should probably point out that the ABS unit will almost certainly fail, unless its been replaced with hydraulic unit 1KO 614 517 (no letter afterwards).

@karmarazzi 4 года назад

Best sales man ever

@tkoborny 2 года назад

My transmission mount failed on my MK6 and broke the coolant flange that goes thru the firewall.

@abderrahmanforddodge9508 4 года назад

l love golf 5 thank you

@abdullahsikandergani4633 2 года назад

Howsit can anyone assist I changed 3 steering racks in my car and the 3rd one just went off while I was driving but when it's in another car it works please assist and let me know it's urgent the steering is way too stiff

@triciaphillips7012 Месяц назад

Do you have any links to what was said in the video

@joycebrackins1255 5 лет назад

What can you do about this 1984 volkswagon rabbit car going down the highway ttys to quit I keep pressing gas pedal picks up goes on What causes that

@igiveuponhumanity9238 4 года назад

Joyce Brackins- having less than 100 horsepower causes that, genius.

@oneofthosecreativetypes24 3 года назад

I'm new to the VW GTI cult. I don't know what years you are talking about. I guess I have to google it....

@danieldymanyk7573 Год назад

Make sure to replace that cam follower when worn people. Mine blew up and costed me a thousand and some to replace all the parts, NOT including labor

@duanedonaldson2262 4 года назад

If you have trouble to pull the oil filler cap or the dip stick and you have a lot of vacuum then the PCV is torn and will need to be replaced. Be careful when doing a tune-up and pulling the ignition coils, the connectors tend to break easily due to all the heat at the top of the engine.

@s9523pink 4 года назад

I was just at my mechanic and asked about carbon build up on my MK5. He told me that if your car runs really rough at start up in cold weather, or when cold; you probably got build up. The best way to delay this happening, is to you Super Unleaded well known fuel, like Shell, ExxonMobil, and so on. Off brand fuels, especially regular unleaded, should be avoided with these Turbos. Mine, thank God, is still great after 104000 miles! But I've had to replace the clutch, headliner, and headlights because of broken mounts.

@erinsmith4969 3 года назад

im looking at buying a 2005 GTI, with DSG. I took it for a drive and it shudders slightly in reverse and on idle and coasting. Should i run and leave it or is it a easy fix

@CashedOutCars 3 года назад

I'd be a bit worried, but they do act a bit odd from a stop. Shuddering doesn;t sound normal though

@hassanmahmood4034 4 года назад

Hi I have a MK6 GTI. and it keeps going into limp mode. Please could you explain why?

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

There are a lot of possibilities, did you scan the car?

@jj4357 4 года назад

@cashed out cars my mom just bought a gti and it doesn't start...when we turn the key it makes a loud noise from the engine and it has turbo so I dont know if that would cause it not to start if it was installed wrong...do u know what it could be

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

I’d recommend getting it scanned so you can trouble codes to show you what’s wrong with it, a no start can be a lot of things. Best of luck with it!

@jj4357 4 года назад

Thanks I'll let her know

@scottsheppard1697 4 года назад

My Mk5 has a 6-speed DSG transmission which has intermittent shifting problems. Regularly struggles to shift from a forward gear into reverse and now and again, will not shift from 2nd to 3rd. Any ideas on the cause of the problem?

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

When’s the last time you had it serviced? It’s important to have fresh fluid in there to keep them shifting right

@Noel127 2 года назад

I had shuddering, got the car poorly maintained :'( for 1300 but didnt mind because I've worked on VW's for 8+ years, I used Lubegard 63010 Platinum Universal ATF Protectant, 10 oz. and it made all the difference, plan to get the fluid drained and re-filled here soon. Hoping for the best lol, but never pressure flush them out. Sometimes it's said to keep the old fluid because the metal shavings have created the perfect hydraulic pressure for the currently worn out parts. Yes, these transmissions are very delicate to fluids so only use recommended or labeled safe for our vehicles.

@Vodafone16v 5 лет назад

So Cash... Do the late model MK5s contain another/revised engine? You said THAT was one of the earlier FSI engines.

@CashedOutCars 5 лет назад

Yup! Later models have a updated TSI engine

@malakiettson4306 5 лет назад

CashedOutCars which models exactly ?

@aaiizee3 5 лет назад

Malaki Ettson the later 2008 models and 2009 models had the updated TSI

@nayrflights6682 4 года назад

When I pull off oil cap my gti shuts off completely does that mean pcv bad

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

Hmmm it should stutter and run poorly with it removed. If it completely shuts off it may be a different issue. Is it fine with the cap on?

@dylancorfield9462 4 года назад

So I’m looking at a 2006 2.0 gti was wondering what I should be looking for or if most of this stuff was revised or

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

2006 is a bad year for the 2.0t since it was the first year of it, definetly look for this stuff!

@dylancorfield9462 4 года назад

CashedOutCars hey thanks guy🤙 great video btw if it’s a good example of an 06 how likely is it to be reliable and be able to build on it power wise

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

If all the maintenance was done on time and correctly it should be a fairly good candidate. With that said, mine didn’t last long, but it certainly wasn’t pristine... with all used cars, expect things to go wrong and plan accordingly!

@mik55tv22 2 года назад

Actually the DSG in VWs can handle much more power than the manual transmission and the clutches in the DSG live longer and are more durable

@anthonybingham7333 3 года назад

Is the lcd display a common problem cause mine doesn’t work

@CashedOutCars 3 года назад

Yes unfortunately it is relatively common

@simonshotter8960 3 года назад

Is that tinging noise in idle normal? Mine does this

@videogamefreak221122 7 дней назад

That is direct injection noise, totally normal

@Ethan007Hacks 5 лет назад

those headliners cant sag as much as a mk4 does lmao

@samdelihasani 4 года назад

They do

@Ethan007Hacks 4 года назад

Sam Delihasani this is actually hilarious I posted this a year ago and now my MK5 headliner is sagging😂😂

@connorgregory5038 3 года назад

My mk5 headliner was so sagged thag I ended up re upholstering the whole thing.

@BijahD Год назад

Oil pump cassette unit with balance shafts....the entire oil system is problematic actually, especially the parts having to do with the vvt system. P000a or P0011 codes anyone??

@CashedOutCars Год назад

This car met its end due to that issue

@BijahD Год назад

@@CashedOutCars My car almost did. After going crazy trying to find the problem with the vvt system, I finally found the problem! There is a tiny check valve in the cam chain cover in the oil journal that feeds the vvt solenoid. It wasn't allowing oil to flow to the vvt solenoid or phasor. I pulled the check valve out and the car is perfect now. Absolutely crazy. Even the VW shop I took it to didn't find that. Even those very experienced with these bpy motors don't know there is a little tiny check valve in that cover! I don't even know why it's there in the first place.

@shatter2328 3 года назад

My 2006 gti wont go above 2500 rpm anyone know what might be wrong

@CashedOutCars 3 года назад

Check your crank position sensor, that’ll send it into limp mode, although it’s not the only thing that’d do it

@shatter2328 3 года назад

@@CashedOutCars should I replace it and itll fix or do I have to somehow take it out of limp mode

@CashedOutCars 3 года назад

I’d scan the car first and see what codes come up to make sure that’s the problem, after that you might need to clear the codes and then you’ll be in good shape

@shatter2328 3 года назад

Should I just buy an ECU code thing

@formlessformz3406 4 года назад

my gti starts to slow down when i get around 30mph, any ideas?

@slamthonyy 3 года назад

If it’s only around 30mph it might be a transmission issue. If it slows down at 30 and never really drives fine above that it’s the turbo

@nobledunkley3977 4 года назад

Already replaced everything in the first 4 minutes of this video lol

@nobledunkley3977 4 года назад

Correction, first 5

@nobledunkley3977 4 года назад

Well, finished the video and I've already replaced or had problems with everything in this video except the suspension and coating on the dash soooooo

@edvinasmazelis4391 4 года назад

@@nobledunkley3977 How much did you spend on those repairs?

@nobledunkley3977 4 года назад

@@edvinasmazelis4391 I'd say about $3500. But I'd also say that I've got nearly the worst case scenario. If you stay on top of everything, it shouldn't be more than $1000. But keep in mind that those numbers are based off me and I do all my own work. I'm not sure what you'd pay if you'd have to take it to someone.

@edvinasmazelis4391 4 года назад

@@nobledunkley3977 Thanks mate! I got a bit luckier, so i just have to remove the rust, inspect the cam follower and inspect the valves for carbon buildup, everything else seems fine

@jimmywoo7875 4 года назад

Going to pick up an 08 mk5 with 90k on the motor and some work done by evomotor sports. 6.5k. Guy wanted 7.1k but that wasnt happening 😎

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

Sweet, sounds like a fun car!

@zique8403 3 года назад

wtf lmao im buying a 09 with 99,000 for 7200 but i’ll probably get him down to 6600 ish kinda funny

@longdongsilver6298 4 года назад

My mk5 is a piece of shit ive had it for about 3 years now and ive pretty much replaced everything in this video and more.. i love driving it when it works but it keeps braking down every few months

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

That’s how I’ve felt with my last two GTIs, this one had a catastrophic failure a few months after the making of this video. I hope yours stays reliable!

@hardcore4476 3 года назад

@@CashedOutCars Sorry to hear that.. what was the catastrophic failure?

@CashedOutCars 3 года назад

I had my oil pump chain break which left the engine starved for oil unfortunately

@hardcore4476 3 года назад

@@CashedOutCars Damn dude that’s a bummer. You didn’t get a check engine light when that chain broke?

@stefanv9660 4 года назад

Isn't this engine use a timing chain not belt? am i right ?

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

It uses a belt, the 2.5 uses a chain

@kiwiblue1606 3 года назад

TSI uses timing chain as far as I know. TFSI uses timing belt. 2008-2010 MK5s come with the TSI engine. Older ones with the TFSI

@DubiousGamingOnline 5 лет назад

I used to have a MK4 and it was the most unreliable car I've ever owned. It literally had parts flying off it when i drove it to trade it in.

@fedjadrndarski5606 5 лет назад

@Matthew My Mk4 TDI was made in Wolfsburg and it's virtually unbreakable. Great TDI PD engine, no rust, only minor fixes after more than 300.000km. Probably better built than Mk5, especially body anti-corrion protection.

@Ethan007Hacks 5 лет назад

i have a jetta 2.0 and it cant be stopped, unless theres wind coming head on bc it's just too slow to overpower it ;)

@lufthansa7471 4 года назад

@@Ethan007Hacks i have golf4 1.9 tdi automatic for like 10 years, never a major problem, now i bought 2.0 tdi mk5 dsg, couple of electrical problems and one or two mechanical

@soshadetree6959 3 года назад

Fuck I don’t want one anymore

@CashedOutCars 3 года назад

Hahahah there's a reason I don't have any GTIs any more...

@soshadetree6959 3 года назад

@@CashedOutCars so I’m looking at one and it has some Rattling sound coming from the engine I should run away Hu ?

@johnchristiansen9095 5 лет назад

Found an 06 with 67,000 miles for $1,000.

@CashedOutCars 5 лет назад

If it's not a scam or absolutely trashed I'd pick it up!

@johnchristiansen9095 5 лет назад

@@CashedOutCars.... It was posted in Kansas but had an Oregon Number... I think it was indeed a scam.... still lookin

@aubreybush5287 3 года назад

Burns oil im out

@CashedOutCars 3 года назад

Welcome to most all VW and audi!

@Marchvibes 5 лет назад

damn this made me not wanna get one lol

@CashedOutCars 5 лет назад

Don't let it scare you away, but just check for these issues! I will say mine blew up though.

@theyoungstunna11 5 лет назад

CashedOutCars why did yours blow up

@ClaudiuB 5 лет назад

@@CashedOutCars Blew up like in a good way? I'll get mine next week. 12.2005 mk5 GTI. I`ll come here with questions if I`ll have problems. Cheers!

@frawdulent 4 года назад

Don’t get what he has, the early FSI BPY. Get a more reliable TSI CBFA. Has a timing chain instead of belt, secondary intake, etc, etc.

@tomasrandom6430 5 лет назад

omg, what a shitbox :D so many failures

@nonprofitpick10 5 лет назад

you know what else is shit? you playing the guitar

@hitman__3926 5 лет назад

I laughed to hard 😂😂

@ClaudiuB 5 лет назад

@@nonprofitpick10 you deserve gold (if here was reddit, not yt)

@teamawesome2171 3 года назад

Endless money pit...

@dazem5418 3 года назад

So basically these are trash!

@CashedOutCars 3 года назад

Not necessarily if they’re well maintained, higher mileage, poorly maintained ones are a gamble though!

@priveprive5315 4 года назад

Bad car ! Buy A Volvo c30 t5

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

Mine did blow up after the oil pump seized

@dannymcrae446 4 года назад

This dude doesn't know what a diverter valve does

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

You are incorrect my friend

@dannymcrae446 4 года назад

@@CashedOutCars the diverter valve doesn't control boost

@CashedOutCars 4 года назад

It releases boost when you lift off the gas...

@dylanrowan6626 4 года назад

It actually re diverts unused pressure back to the turbo.