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bazzie29 posted on 07/11/2009 at 14:22
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I think I may have just bought a problem! Purchased an Audi 1.9tdi and when you accelerate it seems to hit a flat spot and throws out a lot of black smoke, I can't really afford to go to a garage so wondered if anybody might know what could be causing this and should I be worried : (
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lenht replied on 07/11/2009 at 19:05
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Have a look here, you may have to register. As the owner of an old Land Rover these types of forum are a mine of information and I am sure that they will be able to assist you
http://www.vwaudiforum.co.uk/ |
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bazzie29 replied on 07/11/2009 at 20:49
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| Hi Lenht, thanks for that I will give it a go, worried that I may have just blown hard to come by cash! |
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BeeGee replied on 07/11/2009 at 20:59
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It sounds like an injector problem, either the pump or an injector nozzle (or two). I advise biting the bullet and taking it to a dealer. This type of problem is NOT diy fixable unless you have the right test equipment and talent.
Don't leave it as can cause failure of the CT and a possible fine for pollution.
Unfortunately modern cars do not lend themselves to home servicing. The VAG tdi is an excellent engine but it does demand specialist care.
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franglais replied on 07/11/2009 at 21:00
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My Peugeot Hdi chuck out black stuff now and then. I use some diesel injector cleaner with every 4th tank of fuel. Also, don't continually fill up with cheap supermarket diesel - chuck in some quality stuff every few tanks as it will contain more detergents which will help clean the engine.
Might be worth getting the flat spot checked out - could be any number of things with modern diesels - dodgy injector, faulty turbo, hole in one of many pipes. Make a note of the engine speed when you hit the flatspot - it'll help diagnose the problem.
How old is the car...? |
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