TEMPERATURE IN THE RED ZONE
VW Golf Overheating
Volkswagen’s reputation for precise German engineering is well-known, especially when it comes to the VW Golf, which is one of the brand’s most popular models.
The VW Golf engine is somewhat complex and places a lot of demand on its parts, providing you with a well-balanced driving experience.
But when something in your vehicle’s engine does go wrong, it can lead to an overheating issue, which is the last thing you want for your VW.
If this happens, you might see a warning light (or two) on your dashboard.
These lights could be early warning signs of something serious and if left unchecked, it could lead to costly and time-consuming repairs.
This is what happened to our most recent client. They brought their VW Golf into us at Fergies when their car had an overheating issue, along with a warning message on the dashboard.
Luckily, our VW specialists at Fergies have the experience, skills, and technical know-how to solve all VW issues during the first fix.
What We Found
As all warning lights are unique, with different triggers, it’s crucial to find the root cause of the problem right away. The last thing you want is to waste money on unnecessary expenses that won’t solve your vehicle’s issues.
Thankfully, our team of VW experts were on hand to help.
At Fergies, our expert team has decades of experience working with all Volkswagen models. There isn’t a problem our specialists can’t handle. And to top it off, you always get better than dealership value with us.
What more could you ask for?
We use an in-depth 15-step diagnostic process to solve any vehicle faults, ensuring no stone is left unturned. This approach eliminates guesswork, ensuring you always get a quality first-time fix for your vehicle.
When our client brought their VW Golf to Fergies, our specialists took the vehicle for a test drive and confirmed the overheating issue. Their VW was overheating after just 10-15 minutes of driving, which is far from ideal.
The temperature gauge consistently hit the red zone despite the vehicle having a recent coolant refill. Something was amiss.
Bringing the car to us quickly was wise as overheating can severely damage the engine, melting seals and warping critical components like the cylinder head.
Repairing such damage can be costly yet with timely intervention, it’s often preventable.
Why Is My Volkswagen Golf Overheating?
After the test drive, our first step at Fergies is to conduct a thorough visual examination of the VW Golf engine and coolant system. Everything appeared normal at first glance; our expert technicians detected no leaks or obvious issues.
Following this, we conducted a manual pressure test on the coolant system, indicating no leaks.
Using their extensive experience with VW engines, our specialists understood the next logical step: inspecting the engine’s water pump.
A common issue with VW engines is faulty impeller housing, and when this part fails, it hinders the circulation of coolant, causing the engine temperature to rise. At this point, our experts believed this might be the cause of the overheating issue.
Upon removing and examining the water pump, we discovered the root of the problem. The impeller’s control valve had malfunctioned, impeding the flow of coolant. This issue was causing our client’s vehicle to gradually overheat, which was especially noticeable during longer drives.
Solving The Issue
Now that the problem had been identified, our experts rang the client to discuss the issue and our recommendations.
At Fergies, we always speak with you before any work is performed. You’re always kept in the know from start to finish.
Once our client had given us the green light to fix the problem, our specialists sourced a genuine VW replacement and got to work.
As your local independent VW garage, we pride ourselves on using only genuine VW or high-quality parts on your vehicle, ensuring your VW always gets the quality it deserves.
While addressing the water pump issue, our VW specialists noticed that the cambelt was due for replacement due to the age of the vehicle.
Replacing the water pump necessitated removing the cambelt, making it an opportune moment to change the cambelt as well. This proactive approach saved our client both time and the hassle of a separate visit for the cambelt replacement.
Once the work had been completed, our client was pleased to have their VW Golf back in complete working condition and they were even happier that they didn’t have to return at a separate time for the replacement cambelt.
At Fergies, we always provide a comprehensive fix during your first visit. Thanks to our experts you save time, money and stress.
Does your VW need servicing? Call Fergies today and book your VW service today for better than dealership value and quality.
