Volkswagen Amarok 2H (2011-Present) Questions & Answers

I HAVEN'T.I have other serious problems and have huge issues dealing with them.

before having fun with an Amarok, prepare the car !!! put on breather-kits on the gearbox and axles . isolate wiring as much as possible . these cars (standard ) are NOT for off-road ! a simple toyota hilux from the 90's is better prepared, has it's own breathers, is better protected to drive in high waters/dirt/off-road.
I've seen these problems with the amarok .....only a couple a hundreds kilometers, and the box completely destroyed.

I have not had any water temperature problems towing a 2.4 tonne van 90 constantly

I've had the exact same problem with our 2017 V6 ultimate. The water temperature will rise to 100-105 degrees, but the oil temperature rises to over 130 degrees. It seems to happen when transmission drops back to 7th on a climb. When I've had a little more speed, kept in 8th and allowed it to slow up a climb [not burying the foot], it doesn't rise. VW have checked it and said it is all ok. I know the TDi 580 has a larger cooling system, but am also aware that the 550 doesn't have a trans oil cooler [and the trans is a weak link]. Am looking at fitting an aftermarket cooler.

Amarok 2014 similar issues. VW say might be mecatronics $6000 then might also be transmission a further $12800. VW won't take responsibility. Recall on Audi and VW transmission but Amarok not included. Sounds like the same issues.

I have 18700 km on my car at 200 km does the timing belt have to be done again

there are 2 ground-cables in the engine compartment, at the back of the headlights, these ground-cables have an isolation, which is an disturbance in the contact with the body, triggering warnings . you have to remove these isolation pieces of plastic so there can be normal contact . after clearing the faults with a scanner, things should be normal.

It depends which model but with the factory towbar is 2.8 to 3 tonne.the towbar down weight is 250 kilos,depending on which towbar is fitted.
We have been towing a 2.2 tonne Kimberly Karavan for thousand of kilometres while outback and have had no problems.Averaging 15 litres per 100 kilometres.

Hi.I have had 2 Amaroks over a seven year period.I have never had a brake failure.The only problem was with the earlier model because it had drums on the back and they can be squeaky.

I,ve had 2 also. Not a problem except for the drivers seat fabric starting coming apart which they replaced on current one.
I thought I read somewhere that the dealer checked your amarok and found nothing wrong. Possible oil spill or ice on the road would confuse the system.

My 2018 Amarok V6 after 21000km needs a new Auto Gearbox. Volkswagen say it had water in it and refuses to replace it under warranty. I don't see how water can get in it as its a fully sealed unit accept for a breather. There is no evidence my vehicle has been submerged according to service manager. Do now I am going to Office of Fair Trading. Very dissapointed with VW response

Hi Nick,
I’m having the exact same issue. Water in transmission, gearbox stuff. 30,000km 18months old never been off road.
Have you had any luck sorting it out??
Cheers
Wes

Had a wheel sensor replaced. Not sure if related but hasnt done since. Also making sire i dont shift into reverse before display says park and not the initial mfi reading

Hi Clint,

Checkout the ausamarok forum (google it). Join up and ask your question there mate. I’m sure you will find the answer there.

Hi Clint, can you please give some more info on this. My transmission had water in it, so stuff gear box. Speacil VW tech came to inspect my car at dealer service and first thing he ask was to inspect tails lights for water !!!
Cheers
Wes

Seems to be a factory problem here. I suspect mine is on its way.

Amaroks drive nice! just stay away from the petrol engines!!! ( I learnt the hard way )

Charlie,
Jump on the AusAmarok forum (google it) and you’ll be able to find out everything you need to know.

Mines only just hit 15000km and is the V6, not the 4 cylinder.

Hi there
Mine is petrol single cab and the fuel consumption is pretty good i can get over 800km with a full tank and i heard the diesel 1000km
Go for it

Hi,
Firstly I am not an expert. I fitted BF goodrich all terrain KO2 tyres and these are awesome. (I had Michelin SUV and Continental tyres on the Amarok previously and both of these did not last.)
I am able to drive in our horse arena in quite deep sand without letting any air out of the tyres. It just keeps going!! My only suggestion to you would be to take the tyre pressure down to around 20 psi to give yourself more footprint. Obviously extra care is required. Also I only use low range and stay in second gear. I have driven this on the beach on road tyres without letting the air out and it was moving quite well although the sand was softer that I was told. The secret is to always maintain your momentum.