vinkodex.2.0 TFSI (EA113): the high pressure pump cam follower wears through
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The fault
How you spot it
The same layout as in the naturally aspirated FSI, only in the turbocharged 2.0: the high pressure fuel pump is driven by the camshaft through a flat cam follower that relies on an oil film. The follower can wear through, and if it holes, it takes the camshaft lobe with it: the repair then includes the cylinder head. While driving you get hesitation under acceleration, stalling, and a low fuel pressure fault code. The follower can be removed and judged by eye, and that takes about ten minutes.
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Who it affects
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BWA
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AXX
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BYD
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CDLA
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CDLC
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CDLK
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2.0 TFSI (EA113): the high pressure pump cam follower wears through
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How we know
FCP EuroHow To Replace A Mk5 Volkswagen GTI Cam Follower & High-Pressure Fuel Pump (Jetta, EOS, Passat, A3)The Mk5 Volkswagen GTI was the slam dunk that Volkswagen needed to bring the reviewers and buyers back to their hot hatch. Among the various updates was a new engine that used direct fuel injection and a high-pressure fuel pump. The improvements aided fuel economy and the engine’s power...
Awesome GTIGenuine VAG 2.0TFSI (EA113) Fuel Pump Cam FollowerThe camshaft follower found in VW and Audi 2.0T FSI engines rides on the camshaft and transfers the motion into the high pressure fuel pump. This small part can play quite a big role in your engine's well being, as it keeps a barrier and connection point between your camshaft and your high pressure cam driven fuel pump.
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