How to change Fuel Pump Cam Follower on 2.0 TFSi

[Pesky jones]

Believe the tsi's have a roller cam follower, but may be wrong.

as far tfsi goes, pretty sure just C

[spwd]

So looks like I'm one of the unlucky ones with the fecking banjo bolt, I've read the whole thread and I'm not sure if I should even try it if there's a big possibility it won't seal correctly, what do you think?

Also any idea how much the no banjo mod costs, and unless I'm missing something it would be a good idea if the mods section had prices
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?page=mods&mod=95

[Octoparrot]

The metal fuel line is the expensive part, I got a secondhand one from the German eBay. The other bits are around £35 from the dealers. The banjo bolt is a pain to do but not impossible. If you end up keeping the banjo bolt I'd seriously recommend using a new one when you're putting it back together as the head can get chewed up quite easily. And make sure you use the correct triple square bit to remove and replace it.

[spwd]

The metal fuel line is the expensive part, I got a secondhand one from the German eBay. The other bits are around £35 from the dealers. The banjo bolt is a pain to do but not impossible. If you end up keeping the banjo bolt I'd seriously recommend using a new one when you're putting it back together as the head can get chewed up quite easily. And make sure you use the correct triple square bit to remove and replace it.

Cheers Octo but what do you class as expensive £100/£300 ?
Also just been Halfords and they've only got 1/2" triple square, absolutely no chance getting that in there 

[Octoparrot]

I don't remember the price but it's more than £100 which seems a lot for a bit of pipe. I got my triple square set from machine mart.

[spwd]

I can't find any 1/4 drive m8s anywhere, might just give up and let R-tech do it .

[shoaybmakda]

The metal fuel line is the expensive part, I got a secondhand one from the German eBay. The other bits are around £35 from the dealers. The banjo bolt is a pain to do but not impossible. If you end up keeping the banjo bolt I'd seriously recommend using a new one when you're putting it back together as the head can get chewed up quite easily. And make sure you use the correct triple square bit to remove and replace it.

The banjo bolt on mine is knackered. I actually managed to get to my follower in the end without removing the banjo bolt but had to prise away very carefully the HPFP after loosening the fuel rails.

Need to get the bolt changed though if I can ever figure out how to get it off in the first place now!

[Octoparrot]

I can't find any 1/4 drive m8s anywhere, might just give up and let R-tech do it .

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[spwd]

Is this the right one and is it 1/4" drive as I can't see where it says, not bad at that price

[Octoparrot]

Yep that's the one I bought and used. I'd also recommend getting some of those ratcheting spanners if you don't already have some.

[spwd]

Managed to borrow a 3/8 one off a mechanic, not sure if I'll be able to get in with it but worth a try before spending on a set.

[J4k3]

Just replaced mine, car is on 64k and no proof of it being changed ever, so wasn't taking any chances. Seems to only have minimal wear so maybe changed at some point in its life.

Couldn't for the life of me disconnect the bottom electrical connector, don't know how people are managing to get to it, as it's in such a difficult place with the clip facing downwards! Didn't seem to effect anything though by not disconnecting it.

Thanks for the guide!

[RobC]

Reading more & more about the Cam Follower has naturally got me feeling nervous! Are there any indicators on age/mileage as to when they start to wear? Ive got a 57 plate Edition 30 but its only on 29k so wanted to know if Im worrying about nothing? Also, how much are the replacement followers?

Cheers.

[Pesky jones]

There is no indication or standard ages they wear at. A lot to do with quality of oil. You'll just have to take it and check im afraid. On 29k im sure its fine if the engine is stock. Dont worry yourself unnecessarily, but dont forget about it.

[RobC]

There is no indication or standard ages they wear at. A lot to do with quality of oil. You'll just have to take it and check im afraid. On 29k im sure its fine if the engine is stock. Dont worry yourself unnecessarily, but dont forget about it.

Thanks, will add it to 'things to do one day' list!