[DanielS]

Hi guys, I have a 2002 Jetta wagon with a sticky VNT actuator (I think). The car has 260k, so I am trying to decide if I should replace the actuator or spring for an entire turbo based on the mileage on it. Any thoughts? Thanks

 

[Seatman]

I would just fix it personally, it could last the same again, here's the faq and you can check out the limp mode, low power or the vnt stuff. If you're having a specific problem though just post back.

http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/a4/a4-ALH-TDI-engine-index.htm

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[chittychittybangbang]

I would go with a VNT 17 turbo, bigger nozzles, chip tune, new clutch, and big smiles

Seriously though, the cheapest way is to fix the least. If you've isolated the problem to ONLY the actuator, replace only that. Much faster/easier than replacing the turbo.

Also, post moved to mk4 section.
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