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Poor performance

Poor performance


Symptom of fault

Weak engine. The turbo/APC gauge gives a low reading.

Conditions

No diagnostic trouble codes.

Diagnostic help



Note

Boost pressure on cars with a manual gearbox is limited in reverse, 1st and 2nd gears.



- If necessary, carry out adjustment in MIU 2 (main instrument display panel 2) by means of an ISAT scan tool.


The APC valve can be activated with the ISAT scan tool.


- Connect an ISAT scan tool.



- Select "ACTIVATE".



- Select "BOOST PRESS. VALVE".


Checking the wiring. Intermittent faults may occur as a result of occasional short circuits and breaks in the wiring. Jiggle the leads and in- line connectors at several places and in different directions to reveal faults in the wiring harness. Observe the multimeter, ISAT scan tool or test lamp while carrying out this check.

Diagnostic procedure

1. Investigate the cause of basic boost pressure


If the control module initiates basic boost pressure for any reason, there may be many reasons for this.


- Select "READ FUNCTIONS".



- Select "BASIC CHARGE PRESS.


When the car is driven at wide open throttle the ISAT scan tool will show the cause of the fault.

Does the ISAT scan tool shown "BOOST PRESSURE"?

yes

Continue with point 2.


no

The ISAT scan tool shows "KNOCK CONTROL" as the cause of the fault. The trouble could be due to a poor grade of fuel or a defective ignition discharge module.


2. Investigate the cause of the fault


In the following it will be determined whether the fault is a control fault or a basic engine/turbo fault.


- Disconnect the air hose marked "W" from the boost pressure control valve, checking at the same time that it is connected to the wastegate.



- Drive the car.


When accelerating at wide open throttle from low engine revs, the pressure switch should open before 3000 rpm.

Does the switch open?

yes

Continue with point 3.


no

Check and, if necessary, rectify the following:


Leakage in the intake system between the turbo unit and throttle body (in the bypass valve, for instance).

Clogged air cleaner.

Turbo unit fault.

Incorrectly adjusted basic boost pressure.

Fault in basic engine.

Clogged exhaust system.



3. Check fuse 24




Is the fuse OK?

yes

Continue with point 4.


no

Continue with point 6.


4. Check the air hoses


Inspect the valve's three control hoses, making sure that they are in good condition and correctly connected.

Are the air hoses OK?

yes

Continue with point 5.


no

Rectify any fault discovered.


5. Check the power supply



- Ignition switch in ON position.



- Check that the valve is supplied with power (+54 circuit) by connecting a test lamp to pin 2 of the valve's connector and a good grounding point.


The test lamp should light up.

Is the test lamp on?

yes

Continue with point 6.


no

Repair or replace the lead between pin 2 of the connector and fuse 24.


6. Check the resistance of the valve



- Take resistance readings in the valve's connector across:

Pins 1 and 2

Pins 2 and 3


Nominal resistance is 3±1 ohms in both cases.

Are the readings OK?

yes

Continue with point 7.


no

Change the boost pressure control valve.


Important

If there is a short circuit in any winding the control module will probably also be damaged. If a new valve is then fitted, it will inevitably be rendered unserviceable. In the event of a short circuit, both valve and control module must therefore be changed at the same time.


If necessary, change fuse 24 afterwards.

7. Check the lead connected to pin 3 of the valve



- Ignition switch in ON position.



- Plug in the valve's connector. A weak buzzing sound should be heard.


Can a sound be heard?

yes

Continue with point 8.


no

Check the lead between pin 3 of the valve's connector and pin 2 of the control module. Repair or replace the lead if necessary.


8. Check the lead connected to pin 1 of the valve



- Ignition switch in ON position.



- Plug in the valve's connector.



- Select "ACTIVATE".



- Select "BOOST PRESS. VALVE".


A loud buzzing sound should be heard.

Can a sound be heard?

yes

Change the boost pressure control valve.


no

Check the lead between pin 1 of the valve's connector and pin 26 of the control module. Repair or replace the lead if necessary.


9. Check functionality



- Drive the car on test and check whether the fault symptoms persist.


Do the fault symptoms persist?

yes

Proceed to .


no

The remedial measure taken was correct.