2005 Volkswagen Transporter T5 (7H/7J/7E/7F) — Repair Solution

2.5L AXE 5cyl 10v SOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Auto · Fuel System - Diesel · Engine

Volkswagen Transporter T5 (7H/7J/7E/7F) Fuel System - Diesel Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Volkswagen
Model: Transporter T5 (7H/7J/7E/7F)
Year: 2005
Engine: 2.5L AXE 5cyl 10v SOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 204,000
Area: Engine
Category: Fuel System - Diesel

Customer Complaint

The engine idled roughly, stalled and had no power or throttle response when a gear was selected.

Problem Summary

The van had been off the road for 12 months before a reconditioned long engine and reconditioned injectors were fitted. It completed two road tests of more than 30 km each before stalling and returning with very low power. An EGR delete, larger intercooler and modified turbo were also noted.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeVWT505122
Vehicle2005 Volkswagen Transporter T5 (7H/7J/7E/7F)
Engine2.5L AXE 5cyl 10v SOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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