2004 Volkswagen Passat GL 1.8L Turbo - Slate Grey - Bent Valve
2004 Volkswagen Passat Description
I am the second owner.
Title is clear.
Engine light came on last week while I was driving.
I stopped,replaced 2 coils and 4 spark plugs.
Onattempting to restart I suddenly heard a knocking sound.
Shut down immediately and had the car towed to a repair shop.
Shop representative did complete test as warranted and determined that cylinder 4 has a bentvalve that contacted the piston.
No compression.
Leak down test showed the cylinder would seal.
Scoped cylinder - damage to piston minimal.
Rest of car is in good shape.
Rip inupper portion of driver's seat. Otherwiseleather is in good shape.
Front door leatherhascome off (both sides) and doors are prepped for reapplication.
New tires.
Recent timing belt and water pump.
New CV joints and boots on front.
New rear shocks.
More pictures to follow.
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