Dead Misfire MK7 GTI, Another Shop Said Engine is TOAST

HumbleMechanic February 11, 2024
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MK7 GTI with a misfire is a common VW issue. In this video we diagnose WHY this GTI has a misfire, how to figure out what's wrong, and we fix it. We also will replace the engine timing chains, deal with coolant migration, and clean the carbon build up from the intake valves. IMPORTANT LINKS Valve Spring Tool ~ https://amzn.to/49qBbV0 Compression Tester ~ https://amzn.to/48bAn5p Leakdown Tester ~ https://amzn.to/3HX6wmu Timing Tool Kit ~ https://amzn.to/3OG6bbB Crank Pulley Tool ~ https://www.shopdap.com/wkz-t10531.html Timing Chain kit ~ https://www.shopdap.com/gen-3-timing-chain-kit-for-mk7.html Cam Reseal Kit ~ https://www.shopdap.com/intake-camshaft-replacement-kit.html PIG Mats ~ https://amzn.to/3uck5eM Filmed and edited by the best video dude in the biz, Ray Youman ~~~~ Support the Show ~~~~ Become A CrewMember ~ https://goo.gl/D7eROI Patreon ~ https://www.patreon.com/user?u=4243029 Shop Amazon ~ https://amzn.to/2FQErAm Audio ONLY Podcasts ~ https://goo.gl/5XcZxB ~~~~ Recommended Tools ~~~~ Impact driver ~ http://amzn.to/2HsxS2H Small Impact driver ~ https://amzn.to/2DZdsMN Electric ratchet ~ http://amzn.to/2FydxMS Magnetic tray ~ http://amzn.to/2FEpQ6g Basic hand tools ~ http://amzn.to/2GnjF7K Box wrench set ~ http://amzn.to/2FzoJch ScrewDriver set ~ http://amzn.to/2FEjcgd Shop towels ~ http://amzn.to/2FC7UgM Allen Sockets ~ https://amzn.to/2GlcnAz Torx Sockets ~ https://amzn.to/2pL0SfL ~~~~ Playlists ~~~~ Humble Mechanic Podcasts ~ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwfzU5uvU-lKLEvGiyabJxxazND2S7lC- Project White Wookie ~ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwfzU5uvU-lJpDFuyOTudNRrlTdTRihqk Failed VW parts videos ~ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwfzU5uvU-lIxxNMAO-nNe4c3Liohrrr- Tool and Product Reviews ~ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwfzU5uvU-lKA_oaxAkY0KKTvS4cxuPA7 How To videos ~ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwfzU5uvU-lKM-_ShLfG-IrNqklIp0_To MK1 VR6 Swap Videos ~ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwfzU5uvU-lKJ09uR9evf987LmSuijY-p ~~~~ Be sure to follow me at ~~~~ http://humblemechanic.com INSTAGRAM ~ http://instagram.com/humblemechanic/ FACEBOOK ~ https://www.facebook.com/HumbleMechanic TWITTER ~ https://twitter.com/HumbleMechanic Amazon Store ~ https://www.amazon.com/shop/humblemechanic Disclimer: The content of this video is available for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for the professional advice of a mechanic who has personally inspected your vehicle, nor does it create a relationship of any kind between the Humble Mechanic and you. Every situation may be different, and the Humble Mechanic does not make any warranties, whether express or implied, as to the accuracy, fitness, or applicability of the information or automotive parts portrayed in this video to any project and makes no guarantee of results. The Humble Mechanic and any sponsors of this video will not be liable for any damages related to personal injury, property damage or loss of any kind that may result from the use or reliance on this video and/or any automotive parts represented in this video. You are using the information and automotive parts portrayed in this video solely at your own risk.

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