One cylinder needs rings

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Compression check showed all 3 cylinders were 175 psi, cylinder 3 was 125.. best option and least cost

What makes this problem better or worse?

Nothing

How long has your 2011 Volkswagen GTI had this problem?

Noticed a bit of power loss-not much

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Nov 16, 2018

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One cylinder needs rings

What is your question?

Compression check showed all 3 cylinders were 175 psi, cylinder 3 was 125.. best option and least cost

What makes this problem better or worse?

Nothing

How long has your 2011 Volkswagen GTI had this problem?

Noticed a bit of power loss-not much

Visitor

Nov 16, 2018

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pushrodon Nov 16, 2018

HIGHLY RECOMMEND additional testing to confirm suspicion - cylinder leak down test as well as adding teaspoon of oil to cylinder - then re-testing compression - noting change in reading. (125 psi should still fire the cylinder)

pushrodon Nov 16, 2018

Adding oil to suspected cylinder will increase compression â€˜IFâ€™ there is a piston ring problem - â€˜IFâ€™ no change in reading - suspect VALVE not seating / sealing..

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What are the best Volkswagen repair shops?

RepairPal Certified shops can diagnose and repair your 2011 Volkswagen GTI. They provide transparent pricing with a minimum 12-month or 12,000-mile warranty on repairs and services.

2011 Volkswagen GTI auto repair 2011 Volkswagen GTI estimates 2011 Volkswagen GTI questions 2011 Volkswagen GTI problems 2011 Volkswagen GTI recalls

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pushrodon Nov 16, 2018

Adding oil to suspected cylinder will increase compression â€˜IFâ€™ there is a piston ring problem - â€˜IFâ€™ no change in reading - suspect VALVE not seating / sealing..

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