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Jlshepherd

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  1. Bump. So the problem didn't go away and in the end I had to take it in to the garage, I left it with him and he said he would take a look at it. He tried a few things but the problem persisted so he decided the best option was to replace the engine. We brought a new one (45000 miles) and he fitted it however he told me today that the problem still remains, how can that be? Is it a case of just needing a good run through or could the problem not have been directly linked with the engine? Any help would be great as he's driving me insane! Thanks
  2. Just finished taking it for a run after changing the fuel filter, I revved it up and clouds and clouds of black smoke came pouring out for about a minute or 2, then it cleared and it started running better, took it for a run around and it seemed to be performing better, was no longer chugging when in a low gear and when idle it maintained revs. So I just wanna thank you for your help, and ask is it worth changing the air filter even though the problems seem to have cleared? Thanks
  3. Brilliant, thanks alot! Just picked up a new fuel filter, will attempt that once the engine's cooled down and will post to let you know if it was indeed the problem.
  4. Thanks for the quick responses, so basically all that I need to do on it is replace the fuel filter? Is this a job that can be done easily or should I take it to a mechanic? In regards to the air filter, how would I check that to see if it is blocked? Thanks again.
  5. Hi, I have a 2002 VW Lupo 1.7 SDI. Recently it has started blowing out black soot from the exhaust when I start it up. Also when it is idle the rev counter drops to below 1000 rpm and then back to 1000 rpm and the engine sounds as though it is about to cut out. Also when driving in a low gear, the car will start to 'chug'. Furthermore when driving on a dual carriageway or motorway it will struggle to get to over 60 mph. This seems likes alot of problems, do you have any idea what they may be or maybe it just needs a service as the service notice has come on? Thanks in advance
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