black smoke from exhaust no power

im a newbe so treat me like im 3 years old
just bought a 2003 golf tdi with 130000 miles on it
engine light is on and has no power whatsoever barely moves
blows a lot of black smoke from exhaust every time i start the car and it runs like crap if i goose it for about 15 seconds or so it clears up car is still weak but at least she runs clean
just got her home 900 mile drive from n.j. to ill. now im going to sleep ill start on it tomorrow
love to hear any input
thanks

Welcome to the TDI-Club !!!

Offhand, I'd say it sounds as if one of the boost pipes has come loose or has a leak/crack in it... Do you have access to a Vag-Com?? (check on the Vag-Com list at the top of the page)... I would get the engine code scanned at an AutoZone, for starters, if you don't...

Do you know whether the timing belt has ever been replaced in the car? The schedule calls for this to be done at 100,000 miles, but I would think doing it a bit early is prudent...

How well do you know these cars ? Have you read the FAQ here ?? If you're not sure about the timing belt... at least get a look at it to see that it's not shredding... This is an interference engine, and there will be major engine damage if something goes wrong here !!!

The closest "gurus" to you would be UserID "MiksTDI" in Kenosha and "JasonTDI" in Madison.

All the best,

Yuri.

Links:
: Parts Suppliers:
www.metalmanparts.com
www.tdiparts.com
www.dieselgeek.com
www.worldimpex.com

How-To's:http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?p=569892 (Wingnut's "how-to" message thread)

Timing Belt replacement procedure (download the file... just for your info, although it doesn't include the water pump replacement - considered necessary!!!) http://pics.tdiclub.com/pdf/a4timingbelt.pdf

Quick-Time Videos:
http://pics2.tdiclub.com/video/cincitdi/oilextraction.html
http://pics2.tdiclub.com/video/cincitdi/snowscreen.html
http://pics2.tdiclub.com/video/cincitdi/fuelfilter.html
http://pics2.tdiclub.com/video/cincitdi/coolantmigration.html

ymz said:

Offhand, I'd say it sounds as if one of the boost pipes has come loose or has a leak/crack in it...

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I concur. If there is a leak, you may see a fresh oil stain at the source.

ttik2k, the reason why this seems logical is that the engine control module (ECM) is providing fuel based on the accelerator position sender and the mass airflow sensor (MAF). If you're losing air after the turbo, then this explains the loss of power and the smoke from uncombusted fuel.

Check the hose clamps first, then look for cracks. Whatever it is, it ought to be a cheap fix.

The CEL may or may not be related.

Knowing the fault codes in the engine comptuer could also be of value.

-Jason

just checked your replies and im glad to say that its fixed !!! couple of friends wouldnt let me sleep wanted to see the car checked the car hose clamp came off !!!! used a obd2 computer at the local pep boys erased the codes 2 second fix wish id checked that about 900 miles ago before i left n.j. i flew there didnt even have a nail clipper with me so i figured id work on it when i got home
needless to say what a difference!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I LOVE THIS CAR!!!! to think i bought this for less than 10K
will read the faqs for timing belt next
and last but not least THANK YOU for the replies
man, you guys are good !!!!!! right on the money
its nice to know that there is others out there willing to help people out
again thank you !
hopefully ill be able to contribute someday
NOW , im going to sleep and truly have sweet dreams!
tom

Tom, glad you fixed it so quickly. You might not yet be getting everything out of your TDI.
Start by changing your own oil...this way your know for sure the correct oil is being used.
Next clean your snowscreen. I be it is clogged. There is a video of the procedure on this site.
Following that read up on cleaning your intake...roll up your sleeves and do it. With those kind of miles its sure to be partially clogged.
There is a huge amount of information on this site...and before you think you any mods...make sure its running perfectly.

New Jersey ??? You should have checked with us here before you left for home... given the unknown status of the timing belt, we would have had you stop off at Metal Man in Sunbury, PA and gotten the timing belt and related parts replaced so that your car will be safe for the next 95,000 miles or so...

Glad you got this fixed !!!

All the best,

Yuri.

PS: keep JasonTDI and MiksTDI's contact info handy... they'd be your best bets for a timing belt checkup/replacement !!!