Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement
02-10-2014, 04:53 PM

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

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Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement
Head Gasket Replacement


I am going to be replacing the head gasket on my 2000 A4 1.8T and would like some input from more knowledgable people.

I've done work on previous cars before, but never the headgasket.
My basic understanding is to remove the valve cover and headbolts, remove head.
Take head to machine shop to make sure it is flat/not cracked, and cleaned out.
Put new gasket down,
put head back on
Torque new headbolts down.
change oil / coolant
drive away.

Seems like a time consuming, but simple job to me. Am i missing something boneheadedly simple or what?

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement
02-10-2014, 07:40 PM

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Schten

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

Am i missing something boneheadedly simple or what?

Yup

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

Hardest part about the headgasket job is the timing belt portion of it, qhich you might as well replace while you are at it. You should remove from the front end to do this too

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement
02-11-2014, 08:12 AM

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

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Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement


Quote:

Originally Posted by Schten

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

I am going to be replacing the head gasket on my 2000 A4 1.8T and would like some input from more knowledgable people.

I've done work on previous cars before, but never the headgasket.
My basic understanding is to remove the valve cover and headbolts, remove head.
Take head to machine shop to make sure it is flat/not cracked, and cleaned out.
Put new gasket down,
put head back on
Torque new headbolts down.
change oil / coolant
drive away.

Seems like a time consuming, but simple job to me. Am i missing something boneheadedly simple or what?

Get one of these. CTA9260 - Volkswagen/Audi Head Bolt Wrench - 9mm

Did you blow the gasket? New head bolts are required along with the gasket. Have fun.

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement
02-11-2014, 08:54 AM

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

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02-11-2014, 09:54 AM

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

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Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement


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Originally Posted by redline380

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

oops, my bad.

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement
02-11-2014, 07:14 PM

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement

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Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement


Thanks guys,
I will order one, Any other specialty tools/knowledge I will need?

Audi a4 1.8 t head gasket replacement
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How much does it cost to replace a head gasket on an Audi?

A head gasket repair cost averages roughly between $1,600 and $2,000. This amount breaks down to: Parts costing around $700 – $800. Labor charges at about $900 – $1,200.

How much is a head gasket for an Audi A4?

The average cost for an Audi A4 head gasket replacement is between $1,684 and $2,041. Labor costs are estimated between $1,244 and $1,569 while parts are priced between $440 and $472.

How many labor hours does it take to replace a head gasket?

For starters, most head gasket jobs require 3-8 hours depending on the how your car is built and what the disassembly and reassembly procedure is. This labor cost is where most of the expense come from for your head gasket job. On top of the labor costs, you have to add on the replacement parts required for the job.

Is it worth replacing a blown head gasket?

If your head gasket leak has caused this problem you are almost always better off replacing the whole engine as a new head gasket will stop the leak but bearing damage has probably already been done.