Audi TT Mk1 - How to change the oil pickup pipe - Deep Dive Beginners Guide

Subscribe for more TT content: https://www.youtube.com/andycharger?s... !!! OTHER RELATED TT VIDEOS ON THE CHANNEL !!! Want to change the engine oil and filter? :    • Audi TT Mk1- How to change the Engine Oil ...   Oil Pressure Sensor Change :    • Audi TT mk1 8N 3.2 V6 - How to replace the...   Haldex Oil Change:    • How to change the Haldex oil and filter - ...   Ever wondered how to change the pickup pipe on an Audi TT mk1? Well I know this is a critical job to undertake that can protect your engine. A blocked pickup pipe can starve your engine of oil and cause it to seize. In my beginners guide, I have taken this job on as a novice to do a DIY Pickup pipe replacement. Here are the tools you will need: Axle stands and trolley jack Torque wrench (capabale of 11nm-65nm) Socket Set (with at least 10mm, 13mm, 17mm, 19mm) Socket Wrench and breaker bar preferred Allen Keys 17mm Spanner T25 Torque bit Screwdrivers Gloves Eyewear Old Rags Funnel, Drip pan. This guide includes my 1st attempt on replacing the pickup pipe and the problems I encountered along the way. Removing the pickup pipe on Mk1 TT involves removing the sump pan to access the pipe but if you take your time, anyone can do this right. Please enjoy my deep dive videon on replacing the pickup pipe, leave any questions you may have in the comments and I am happy to respond and help where I can. Remember, the last thing you want is a blocked oil strainer. 00:00 Introduction 00:31 What does Pickup pipe do? 01:47 Tools needed 02:56 Pickup Pipe Kit contents 03:14 Remove the undertray 03:40 Remove sump plug and oil 04:15 Disconnect oil sender 04:32 Remove oil return pipe bolts 06:24 Sump pan bolt removal 12:34 Remove sump pan 13:21 Remove pickup pipe 15:03 Pickup pipe inspection 16:58 Pickup pipe fitting 18:40 Sump pan inspection 20:23 Applying the gasket 22:37 Refitting the sump