Can a VW Jetta TDI engine be damaged?
Vw should not be offering this TSB to all tdi (turbo diesel engine) owners who could be affected by the TSB. Catastrophic engine damage by neglecting to perform a known TSB is creating a very dangerous situation on the roads. I was on my way home after work approximately 6-7 pm doing 45 mph.
When does the PF fail on a VW Jetta?
Vw tdi engine: a poorly designed diesel engine particulate filter (pf). Vw is irresponsible in designing, selling and supporting repairs to this item. Cost for 100k scheduled maint. For timing belt and other pm work @ $3,127, pf is expected to fail between 90k and 130k miles and is on record to be a pm replacement part in the service manuals.
What kind of engine does a VW Jetta have?
Mk4= 1998-2006 New Beetle, 1999-2005 Jetta, 1999-2006 Golf, 2004-2005 Passat TDI Mk5= 2005.5-2010 Jetta TDI sedan and wagon Mk6= 2010+ Golf, Jetta wagon, 2011+ Jetta TDI, 2012+ Passat TDI Procedure – Troubleshooting steps for the VW or Audi TDI engine
When does timing belt fail on VW Jetta?
For timing belt and other pm work @ $3,127, pf is expected to fail between 90k and 130k miles and is on record to be a pm replacement part in the service manuals. Check engine light started coming on at 90k miles. My mechanic reset light twice. I eventually took it to vw and gave them a copy of the service bulletin, provided by mechanic.
What kind of engine does a Volkswagen Jetta have?
The fuel pump in my car’s 2. 0 tdi diesel engine broke. Car is a Jetta tdi (diesel engine). Engine warning light appeared while driving, approximately 50 yards later while slowing down the engine failed and would not restart.
Which is the most fuel efficient VW Jetta?
Known for their efficiency, simplicity and durability, the Volkswagen Jetta TDI’s produced from ’99-’03 (part of the MK4, fourth-generation cars built from ’99-‘06) are arguably the most fuel-efficient, diesel-powered sedans the German automaker ever produced.