I have seen quite a few posts about similar symptoms, but I'm still at a loss. 2006 Jetta TDI BRM - 165,000 mi. Started to sputter with loss of power after 2000 RPM. Idles fine, but makes a rattling/sputtering noise when accelerating. Had P0101 code (MAF sensor/large vacuum leak). Took to a VW mechanic who diagnosed it to be a bad turbo - oil leaking from the turbo and side affect of oil blocking the catalytic converter/exhaust. Was quoted $2400 to replace. Was able to find a new OEM turbo for $814 and $550 labor + $45 to clean the intake (was pretty bad).
After turbo was replaced, intake cleaned, cat busted up/cleaned out, the car runs a bit better and no CEL, however the car still behaves about the same on acceleration. The mechanic said it may take some time for any oil to clear out. Ran a whole weekend, still not getting any better.
Last night I did take the car out and did several hard WOTs and the car started running fine! However this morning, it's back to the same state.
I trust the mechanic - he's done all my work on the TDI - timing belt, DMF/clutch replacement, etc...
Any ideas what the problem could be??? Should I have the exhaust removed/cleaned out again? Or is this something else?
After turbo was replaced, intake cleaned, cat busted up/cleaned out, the car runs a bit better and no CEL, however the car still behaves about the same on acceleration. The mechanic said it may take some time for any oil to clear out. Ran a whole weekend, still not getting any better.
Last night I did take the car out and did several hard WOTs and the car started running fine! However this morning, it's back to the same state.
I trust the mechanic - he's done all my work on the TDI - timing belt, DMF/clutch replacement, etc...
Any ideas what the problem could be??? Should I have the exhaust removed/cleaned out again? Or is this something else?