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2002 Volkswagen Jetta Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Auto parts, Mechanic.
Mileage: 100,000 miles.

Asked on May 4, 2012

2002 jetta oil hose

Oil leak when car is running, mechanic said it is a broken oil hose....$300 to replace. I can't find any reference to an oil hose problem or a replacement part anywhere. Neither can auto parts store. Is this legit?
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Replied on May 4, 2012

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Tiny Answered by 2CarPros Mike
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Replied on May 4, 2012

What engine is in your car?

It is most likely a PCV hose that is broken and allowing oil fumes & oil
droplets to escape the engine.... causing an oil stain / leak.

Someone of the hoses can be replaced individually, and some come in
a kit and are more expensive (as well as the labor to install can
vary depending on which hoses & where).

The 1.8T engine is prone to this issue more easily than the 2.0L engine
and has more hoses / components than the 2.0L... and thus can cost
more to repair.

Thomas

Tiny Answered by exovcds
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Replied on May 4, 2012

If it is a 1.8T... it could also be the oil feed hose for the turbo.

This hose is pressurized with oil and will cause oil to run out at
a good pace when the engine is running.

The PCV hoses mentioned above will be a gradual leak over time.

Thomas

Tiny Answered by exovcds
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I attached an image for you...

Thomas

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Replied on May 5, 2012

i agree with the previous answer about the pressure hose for the turbo.

Roy

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