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VAG EA888.3 Nokkien magneettisolenoidit
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VAG EA888.3 Nokkien magneettisolenoidit
Under The Hood
Audi/VW EA888.3 Cam solenoids
When working with Audi, Seat, Skoda, and Volkswagen vehicles, especially those equipped with the EA888 Gen3 2.0 TFSI engine from 2013-2020, it's not uncommon to encounter engines where the camshaft position fluctuates with the precision of a lottery machine, even at relatively low mileage.
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Symptoms include:
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Slight roughness at idle
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Wavering power delivery under load
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Overall lackluster performance
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In many cases, there may not yet be any fault codes present, leading repair shops to conclude that the car is "in good condition."
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The attached image quickly illustrates that "in good condition" is a relative concept.
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In the image, you can see intake and exhaust camshaft positions, shown as the values requested by the engine control unit versus the actual achieved values (e.g., the orange/blue pair). Ideally, these should closely follow each other.
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In the top image, you can see that while the attempt is there, it doesn’t hit the mark – the actual camshaft position swings erratically from one extreme to the other.
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In the bottom image, with a fresh solenoid installed, the data looks much more stable – as does the engine’s performance.
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What causes this camshaft issue in EA888.3 engines?
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In most cases, the culprit is a worn-out magnetic solenoid, which can be found conveniently on the accessory side of the engine.
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Occasionally, the issue lies deeper: the metal adjustment valve inside the camshaft gear may have become dirty or broken, causing it to "leak" internally.
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Rarely, and typically at higher mileage, the problem could stem from actual wear in the camshaft gear mechanism, leading to a more significant repair.
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The solution?
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Replacement parts for this issue are readily available in our "hardware store," Futurez's online shop, as both VAG original parts and aftermarket options.
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If you suspect your vehicle is suffering from this issue, our team at our Vantaa service center can handle the replacement quickly and efficiently. Book an appointment today – welcome!
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​Related products:
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-> Camshaft magnetic solenoids EA888 Gen3 Audi, Volkswagen, Seat, Skoda / Futurez.Fi
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Small but annoying fault, that can easily compromise the performance of your EA888.3 engine and cause rough running.
