[cduffer72]

I bought this car used 179K miles from a vet. It went in limp mode, I paid $1800 to replace turbo(parts+labor). Now it's in limp mode again. Guy says, I can get code, but you probably need VW specialist. Now dealership wants $160.00 to diagnose the issue. This is breaking me. I bought this car to drive to work and home. I'm rethinking my VW Passat purchase. UGH! 😡

 

[joediesel]

At least your mechanic is being honest with you about it, he's not just firing the parts cannon at it on your dime. If not the dealer you still should use a mechanic that specializes in TDIs, there are so many idiosyncracies with these cars/engines that a non-specialist is going to have to do a lot of research while diagnosing.

 

[cduffer72]

Right! This is my first TDI and it’s like they are talking some foreign language when discussing issues. I bought for the gas Mileage I would save, 😳. Took to a dealership and 1900$ later, booster sensor had water, booster charger had water, glow plugs replaced. He did tell me turbo was probably ok and not the issue🤦‍♀️. All replaced and guaranteed 12k miles on repairs. I’m going to drive this car until the wheels fall off it! 🤣💯😂🤦‍♀️

 

[kksniper]

Right! This is my first TDI and it’s like they are talking some foreign language when discussing issues. I bought for the gas Mileage I would save, 😳. Took to a dealership and 1900$ later, booster sensor had water, booster charger had water, glow plugs replaced. He did tell me turbo was probably ok and not the issue🤦‍♀️. All replaced and guaranteed 12k miles on repairs. I’m going to drive this car until the wheels fall off it! 🤣💯😂🤦‍♀️

where are you located?