2.0 Tdi Injector problems??

[davelympany]

Hi Guys,

Ok I got an A3 2.0 tdi 2005 model with 52k, some smug mechanic told me something and I felt my heart sink :-(

He said that Audi 2.0 tdi are skoda engines and they devlop a fault with the injectors that they usually fail, and can cost up to 800 quid to replace!

Can anybody comment on this as its the first I have heard about it, and we have owned the car from new

Dave

[kenney]

It's many moons since Skoda made there own engines(thank god),the various VAG engines are used in Skoda VW Audi Seat.Regarding the said fault with the injectors, out of the thousands of engines manufactured,a very small prosent develope faulty injectors

[Mike Foster]

Hi Guys,

Ok I got an A3 2.0 tdi 2005 model with 52k, some smug mechanic told me something and I felt my heart sink :-(

He said that Audi 2.0 tdi are skoda engines and they devlop a fault with the injectors that they usually fail, and can cost up to 800 quid to replace!

Can anybody comment on this as its the first I have heard about it, and we have owned the car from new

Dave

So have you actually got a problem with the car/engine ?

[davelympany]

No I didnt say I had a problem, its just what i was told that I have opened the thread for discussion to see if there is any need for worry

Regards

[Mike Foster]

OK -the BKD engine that you have in your car is a VAG engine used by VW, Audi, Skoda and Seat.

It has been made in millions.

The early ones ( 2003/4) had problems with a porous cylinder head. The symptoms are coolant loss for no apparent reason and the problem is well documented.

Injector problems do happen and they are not cheap but I have exactly the same model and same year with 72k on the clock and have not had a problem.

If you are worried that something 'may' happen then why not invest £300 in an aftermarket warranty that will deal with most problems that may crop up, including failed injectors, provided you have had the vehicle serviced in accordance with Audi instructions.

As you have owned the car for 5+ years you must know it intimately and unless there is something you are not telling us, I do not understand your concern.

What brought up the subject with this 'smug mechanic' ? Or was he just passing comment based on his limited experience with this engine ?

[davelympany]

Hi What does VAG stand for? Why do they still use the 1.9 engine? I believe the 2.0 has a lot more power?

I`am not worried I just opened the thread for feedback, I may take out a warranty the AA do one for £50 that covers most things mechanically apart from wear and tear.

Its the local garage in the village, he`s a bit of a know-all but I had to follow up his comments, I must admit I have nver heard of any injector problems, are there any other known `issues` with the 2.0 140 engine?

Dave

[Mike Foster]

VAG is Volkswagen Audi Group which, apart from the obvious, now includes Skoda and Seat.

Sorry mate but I don't know why they still use the 1.9 engine but I assume they know what they are doing.

You would need a warranty that includes wear and tear.

The main issues with the BKD engine are well documented and I suggest you do a search on this forum and also Audi-Sport.net

Do not worry unduly and if there are any symptoms that cause you a problem in future, then post again and people will try and help.

At the moment, thankfully, you do not have a problem therefore please stop worrying. :biglaugh:

[davelympany]

Cheers, is there a warranty that covers wear and tear?? Wow....

Btw I`am not worrying just curios... like I have posted, lol :Blush:

The 2.0 A3 is an awesome car though yea :-)

[Mike Foster]

[QUOTE=davelympany;600529]Cheers, is there a warranty that covers wear and tear?? Wow....

QUOTE]

Mine does with Warranty Direct after first 3 months of policy. You have to pay betterment on parts only after 60k but it's not much really.

That's why it's £300 !!

[kenney]

Vag is also a slang term for vagina in American English. ;) :D

[Mike Foster]

Vag is also a slang term for vagina in American English. ;) :D

Thanks !!!!!!!

Is BKD short for something as well ?

[davelympany]

how long does that £300 warranty last for?

[Mike Foster]

It's an annual policy.

[IATM]

the 3 month policy is only for wear and tear items. the injectors are insured from day 1.

[xenon]

VAG is Volkswagen Audi Group which, apart from the obvious, now includes Skoda and Seat.
That is a common misconception - it is actually short for 'Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft' or more commonly 'Volkswagen AG'

[Mike Foster]

That is a common misconception - it is actually short for 'Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft' or more commonly 'Volkswagen AG'

Thanks for pointing that out but I think my explanation, right or wrong, makes more sense to us mere mortals !!! lol

What does the word beginning with 'A' mean as a matter of interest ?

[xenon]

I had no idea so had to ask the wife! It's a German for a company that has shares. Aktien means shares apparently. Rather gone off topic........

[Mike Foster]

I had no idea so had to ask the wife! It's a German for a company that has shares. Aktien means shares apparently. Rather gone off topic........

Cheers xenon - still reckon my version makes more sense to we Brits !! lol

[OldBoy Racer]

DON'T PANIC! There are reported problems with injectors on the 2.0 TDi engine which can suddenly fail under load, and it is suspected may be the root cause of DPF failures. However; there is an Audi recall so you could end up with new ones for free!

See: http://www.dpfissues.co.uk/pd170-injector-recall-vag/

[OldBoy Racer]

I had no idea so had to ask the wife! It's a German for a company that has shares. Aktien means shares apparently. Rather gone off topic........

I think AG is the equivalent of PLC over here.

[Crasher]

DON'T PANIC! There are reported problems with injectors on the 2.0 TDi engine which can suddenly fail under load, and it is suspected may be the root cause of DPF failures. However; there is an Audi recall so you could end up with new ones for free!See: http://www.dpfissues.co.uk/pd170-injector-recall-vag/

The DPF link is news to me and the 2.0L PD TDI engines prone to injectors problems only affect the 170PS A3 in this instance, I am not going into the others here as it has been more than adequately covered if the search function is used. The 1.9 aspect is also news to me as I was not aware of a 1.9 8v PD TDI injector issue with DPF's.

[OldBoy Racer]

Spoke to Watford Audi today my car is booked in on 1st March to have the injectors checked and replaced FOC under warranty. Even loaning me a car. Can't ask for better sevice.

Only took a few minutes, they just checked my Reg against their database and then asked when I wanted to bring it in. Well done Audi.

[BruceHarber]

Hi Guys,

Just signed up and want to pick your brains after the Audi A3 Diesel Sportsback that I bought secondhand 5 months ago has developed two faults.

The first being the loss of coolant, about 1/4 to 1/2 Lt over 500/600 miles. I've had the coolant system tested under pressure which showed nothing and there are no obvious signs of leakage externally. Suspected porous head or cracked head????

The other problem, whilst irritating doesn't seem to be terminal to the engine, is the car goes into limp mode sporadically and generally after a long run on the motorway or under load. The car dies and struggles to get over 40mph up an incline and won't rev over 2,700 3,000 revs. If I turn the ignition off an on again the engine starts and performs as if nothing ever happened.

Suspected turbo booster vanes sticking???? And Audi suggest replacing turbo booster all together. £1,380.00

To add to this the cambelt is due for replacement this year which makes for very expensive motoring.

Any ideas other than topping up the water reservoir and selling on to some poor unsuspecting motorist, which seems to be the common course of action in this country.