- 07/17/2019
- 3 Min Read
- By: Evan Madore
Audi & Volkswagen MK6 (GTI, A4, Q5 & More) Oil Separator - Features, Symptoms, And Product Review
The 2nd and 3rd generation turbocharged two-liter Audi and Volkswagen engines feature a crankcase ventilation system (PCV) that is crucial to your engine's performance. If your breather/oil separator is failing, VW offers an updated genuine breather replacement.
Although Volkswagen/Audi doesn't consider the PCV system a regular maintenance system, it's well known that these parts fail quite regularly. The symptoms are easily diagnosed as other failures, however, the PCV system should always be checked early on in the diagnostic process as it's easy to replace/repair and the parts are affordable.
Audi & Volkswagen MK6 PCV Oil Separator Failure Symptoms
As mentioned above, a properly functioning PCV system is vital to how well your engine runs. Symptoms of a failing PCV system show up in many different ways, with some being easier to diagnose than others. The symptoms are:
- Vacuum Leaks
- Illuminated Check Engine Light
- Illuminated Oil Pressure Light
- Rough Idle
- High Oil Consumption
- Lean & Misfire Codes P0300 & P0171
- Idle Regulation Codes
- Whistling Noise from Engine Cover
- Oil Leak from Rear Main Seal
Symptoms of a failing PCV system can start to show at any time. However, most people begin noticing symptoms around 60,000 to 80,000 miles.
Audi & Volkswagen MK6 Models Applicable
This updated genuine PCV Oil Separator fits a wide range of Audi and Volkswagen models with the gen-2 turbocharged two-liter engine, including:
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Audi & Volkswagen MK6 PCV Oil Separator Interactive 3D Parts Diagram
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Additional Parts Included with Audi & Volkswagen MK6 PCV Oil Separator
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Additional Parts Required with Audi & Volkswagen MK6 PCV Oil Separator
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Additional Parts Recommended with Audi & Volkswagen MK6 PCV Oil Separator
If you have an earlier model and want to upgrade to the updated oil separator, the parts below are required. If you're unsure about fitment, use our "My Garage" vehicle selection tool in the upper left hand corner of the page.
If you want to completely overhaul your PCV system, we sell a kit with everything you need.
Aftermarket Upgrades for Audi & Volkswagen MK6 PCV Oil Separator
Another option instead of replacing your oil separator is deleting your PCV completely and replacing with a catch can. Depending on the make and model of your vehicle, we recommend 034Motorsport's oil catch can kit. This kit is designed to prevent oil from depositing in the intake manifold and intake valves, resulting in drastically reduced carbon buildup and extended life of the intake manifold flapper assembly.
Since the PCV system tends to fail regularly, it's a good thing that it comes with our Lifetime Replacement Guarantee like everything else we sell. You can drive your car for another 60,000-80,000 miles and when it needs to be replaced again, just follow our return procedure.
In the video below, Mike R, our Catalog Director, gets up close with this Audi/VW MK6 PCV Oil Separator. If you're unsure if this water pump fits your car, you can verify the fitment by going to our homepage and use the vehicle selection tool in the upper left corner. As usual, if you like this Really Quick Product Review, subscribe and check back here for regular releases in the future.
