[Demian]

Hi folks,
I've got an 04 jetta TDI and found this site while looking for a timing belt tutorial, found a good one here and the timing belt change was a success. After fixing a couple of boost leaks I am chasing what I think is a "slow" VNT issue. Going to check the actuator tonight with a vac pump and then the solenoid thru VCDS. I'll let you all know how I make out.
THanks for a great website.

Demian

 

[blupearl]

Welcome! FYI the 04 should have the smart actuator. FWIW I think idparts has been able to get ahold of a few.

 

[Demian]

It's the actuator, won't build or hold any vacuum. Boraparts has the VNT-17 smart actuators, which are supposed to work with borg warner, so I ordered one of those and hopefully they're in stock.
Thanks again
Demian