VW T5.1 excessive oil use

[Bryn23]

i noticed that you can get your oil tested for about $35

It would show if you do have premature engine wear,

not used so much for the general population, but for companies that have large machinery with large oil volumes, its a cheap way to see if the oil is still doing its job. without changing it.

[Craigs902]

Cheers Craig,

I had a look at the website and have bookmarked it.

Some interesting reading, should be a good resource for people having the issue.

I hate to say it Bryn but anyone including new T6 owners might have the same problem as the new "D" suffix EGR coolers don't have any history as yet as it takes about 2years before they start to fail.


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[Bryn23]

I hate to say it Bryn but anyone including new T6 owners might have the same problem as the new "D" suffix EGR coolers don't have any history as yet as it takes about 2years before they start to fail.


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I wouldn't be surprised if that was the case, but hopefully the redesigned EGR coolers does fix the issue, like you said we won't know for a few years.

I'll most likely pick up a the 2 year extended warranty before my 3 year VW warranty ends, if there is an ongoing issue as i'll most likely keep this van for about 5 years.

[Craigs902]

The extended warranty doesn't cover the EGR or problems arising from the EGR.


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[Bryn23]

The extended warranty doesn't cover the EGR or problems arising from the EGR.


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Well then, thats a pain, still can't do much about it, if it happens it happens.

Excluding a known defect, doesn't sound like an insurance company would do that

[LogicprObe]

I just ordered a new EGR and N75 valve.
(single turbo model)

[Bryn23]

Any more news on if VW has helped out for those not under warranty.

[hoddy]

Any more news on if VW has helped out for those not under warranty.

No joy for me (2010 T5.1 132kw 4motion LWB)

Quote for a new engine $15-18 K from dealer (Includes DPF, EGR, sundries)

I need to find a mechanic in Melbourne who can:
1. Replace base engine
2. Re-fit DMF & EGR but delete / blank the bloody things away!
3. Maybe a tune up / remap

Any suggestions:
? Volkwerks ? Worx automotive

The other alternative in the interim maybe just blanking the EGR for now, and managing the oil loss. I can live with the odd fault code & limp mode.

Sucks big time.......

[Markee]

No joy for me (2010 T5.1 132kw 4motion LWB)

Quote for a new engine $15-18 K from dealer (Includes DPF, EGR, sundries)

I need to find a mechanic in Melbourne who can:
1. Replace base engine
2. Re-fit DMF & EGR but delete / blank the bloody things away!
3. Maybe a tune up / remap

Any suggestions:
? Volkwerks ? Worx automotive

The other alternative in the interim maybe just blanking the EGR for now, and managing the oil loss. I can live with the odd fault code & limp mode.

Sucks big time.......

We may be up for a chat. I find out on Monday if mine has suffered the same kind of fate as yours but from what I don't know yet.

I've been told VolksRepair in Airport West are good.

[Sunny43.5]

Don,t quote me on this but I was talking to a workshop here last week about EGR delete for the T5.1 . From what he explained it may not be a good idea , apparently if you blank the EGR or remove it, the removal changes the operating temperature range of the engine due to the EGR cooler being part and parcel . So long term it can lead to piston failure due to higher operating temperatures , VW may not have made the piston's out of strong enough metals to last at higher than normal temp . I got this titbit from another English VW site Quote "The egr CAN'T be deleted if you don't have the dpf removed at the same time as the egr is use as part of the dpf regeneration process.
And at the moment removing the dpf is illegal! "