Does that give really detailed diagnostics? I’ve got a GTI that’s showing a P0299 underboost code that’s still around after swapping the turbo and I double checked everything and have no idea what to try next.
I’m not a GTI expert, but have you looked at the diverter valve? Or the charge pipes and connections? Either could be leaking boost, and I had a similar issue with my Mini years ago that turned out to be the diverter valve.
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teamevil@lemmy.world · 31 pts · 1y
frank@sopuli.xyz · 9 pts · 1y
Basically, and a good way to remember it. I've heard Volkswagen Audi Group too
But the actual company is Volkswagen AG (Aktiengesellschaft)
SnokenKeekaGuard@lemmy.dbzer0.com · 18 pts · 1y
Why is it cordoned off. Let us in
Grandwolf319@sh.itjust.works · 14 pts · 1y
Repair is in progress
Semi_Hemi_Demigod@lemmy.world · 13 pts · 1y
I bet they have VAG COM
venusaur@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 1y
I use OBD Eleven
Semi_Hemi_Demigod@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 1y
Does that give really detailed diagnostics? I’ve got a GTI that’s showing a P0299 underboost code that’s still around after swapping the turbo and I double checked everything and have no idea what to try next.
daizelkrns@sh.itjust.works · 5 pts · 1y
I have OBDeleven and have used VCDS a couple of times.
OBDeleven does give detailed diagnostics but any coding, testing or adaptations are locked behind a not so cheap subscription.
I honestly regret buying it, much rather pay a bit more for vcds and not have to do the subscription thing
venusaur@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 1y
Yeah the subscription sucks, but once the adaptions are done you don’t really need it.
Does VCDS have an app integration?
daizelkrns@sh.itjust.works · 3 pts · 1y
One model works with phones, haven't tried that one though.
Yeah except the testing. I fixed the hvac and tried to do adaptations, had to pay for a full year subscription again.
I guess it depends on how much you mess around with your car.
Semi_Hemi_Demigod@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 1y
I really just need to get more info than “low boost” so would I need a subscription?
daizelkrns@sh.itjust.works · 2 pts · 1y
Not for that, no. Reading codes from all modules and all live data monitoring are free. You should be fine without a subscription
Semi_Hemi_Demigod@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 1y
Thanks!
beefpig@sh.itjust.works · 1 pts · 1y
I’m not a GTI expert, but have you looked at the diverter valve? Or the charge pipes and connections? Either could be leaking boost, and I had a similar issue with my Mini years ago that turned out to be the diverter valve.
Good luck!
Semi_Hemi_Demigod@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 1y
I replaced the diverter valve, same problem.
The charge pipe was disconnected at first after I replace the turbo - metal clip wasn’t locked - but still low boost after that was fixed.
Had my usual mechanic do a smoke test and no leaks.
And the turbo had a brand new boost control valve and diverter valve.
And the other weird thing is my old turbo seemed to be fine, with no play in the wastegate or friction.
beefpig@sh.itjust.works · 4 pts · 1y
lol is the boost pressure sensor bad?
It’s gotta be that or rings because it’s going somewhere. And it sounds like it’s all coming out of your wallet right now. 😅
Semi_Hemi_Demigod@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 1y
She’s my first project car and I guess she wanted to be a doozy.
Also if my rings were leaking 8-10 psi of boost you’d think it wouldn’t drive at all, let alone be about as good as a regular Golf
Maybe it needs a good nut blasting in the intakes
ETA: Also my coil packs gave out a while back and my mechanic did a compression test on it and everything was fine.
HoneyMustardGas@lemmy.world · 7 pts · 1y
"Are you guys hiring?"
CosmicTurtle0@lemmy.dbzer0.com · 7 pts · 1y
"Woah woah woah. We repair. Not destroy."
essell@lemmy.world · 6 pts · 1y
I had to zoom in to see that it said clutches.
I initially thought it was something else.
teamevil@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 1y
someguy3@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 1y
The town ride needs repair, you know.
Gork@sopuli.xyz · 4 pts · 1y
Seems legit.