M_Shaz

Hi, does anyone have a diy for the crank sensor on mk3 superb 2.0 tdi mine is 2016. If someone has done it please share how it’s done. Many thanks

Do you think it can be removed without undoing the compressor? ..and what did you tie the cable ties to- to support it? Cheers

Excellent job

Good information - Try some grips on it like mole grips or plumbing type grips - 👍

I did speak to a long-standing vw mechanic and he said after sometime they cause issues so it’s best to change them when you know you’ve got a code. We don’t want a check engine light just before a mot so that’s why I’m hoping to do this asap. I’m new to vw these engines are so hard in terms of space and access even though it a superb mk3 b8 type chassis. I wish someone could just answer if you don’t need to remove the compressor as someone must have done a diy. It’s just pic here looks like plug and play because the compressor pipes are not connected.

Ahh sounds good - so you mean just loosen bolts the compressor just loose enough to create a gap to get to it? What I really want to know if you can unhook the belt without removing the wheel arch although I’m sure it’s best to so you do remove the wheel arch and do a visual inspection it’s fitted correctly: Im my last car you didn’t need to jack up the car remove the wheel and wheel arch just to remove the belt - what a faff! What size are the compressor bolts? Just as you’re so specific!! Not important though - I will be trying it without removing the compressor just incase that works first then worth a try. Actual my mechanic is expected to do the job but I want to do it as you say it could be a common problem so leading to longterm damage or sudden failure or limp mode. This oil pressure solenoid valve just like Like other vvt solenoids that go into the engine blocks only usually last 60-100K I expect. They will short or clog up at some point. I suspect there are many early CR tdi’s are just ready for replace one of these valves either because of age or more likely millage due to wear and tear really. First to do it gets a Marathon - I mean Snickers 😊

That’s should work - but you’ll have to remove the serpentine belt then unbolt the bolts holding the compressor i.e the top left and far right bolt and leave the bottoms left bolt loose enough to alow the compressor to swing down a bit and out a bit to get to the valve. The other option is maybe try to remove it by feel as there might be just enough room to get to the T30 bolt out on the sensor and wiggle it out without disconnecting the compressor but it will be extremely close and you might be working blind. Hate working blind. Fun and games in this one until you do it once and they you know what it’s about. Keep us posted..! Awaiting that video..!

Hi! just an updated idea - it might be possible to replace the oil pressure valve in the EA288 engines just by removing the top right pipe on the compressor (green circle) not sure what that bolt is and then removing the solenoid valve (red arrow) T30 see pic of used engine I found online. See how you get on and pls let us know if you can do it this way. I might take a shot as this next few weeks as I have this visual now. Good luck!

Hi - Yes exactly I think that it’s develops a fault but functions so just enough to throw the P164E00 code as an electrical fault. This is the time to change it before it throws an engine light or goes into limp mode! On my 2016 Superb 150hp CRLB 2.0 Tdi - I initially bought the wrong oil pressure valve 04L906455A I do believe this fits the 1.6tdi. I’ve ordered the 04L906455B version after my mechanic told me via the flat castle like back one. I believe from reading 04L906455J version is same as the B version. But the A version is not compatible it’s a rounded back and different o ring position. Best to check with a mirror or removing the undercover - it lives right below the dipstick behind the back of the compressor. This is right on the front engine towards the bumper side - but very low down so it’s almost impossible to see from the top. I have see a YouTube video on replacing it by unhooking the serpentine belt off the compressor and removing 3 bolts off the compressor mount and I think 2 pipe connections to the compressor. The bold for the sensor is said to be T30. Normally I would do this myself as a 6-7/10 DIY but I only had the car a month and haven’t removed the side wheel cover etc to remove the serpentine belt yet. so I’m giving it to the mechanic it’s not completely easy as they can break. So take your time and use a mole grip to pull it out. I’ll update when it’s done. If you PM me I can get hold of these OEM if anyone wants one PM me. £150 dealer can post out one for £95. PM me.. part no. 04L906455B or 04L906455J

Great thanks - I think it’s a lot more difficult on diesels

Hi there! - I’ve just got this error - how easy was it to change the oil pressure solenoid mine is superb 2.0 tdi clrb. How much was the part and the part no? Thanks guys - I’m new to diesels!