X Type 2.0D Slow acceleration

[Crystalthecat]

Hi, I've got a 2006 2.0d X type and it seems to be really slow getting off the mark, this has happened all of a sudden. There is no black smoke and the engine management light has not come on, anybody have any ideas please? Thanks, Mart

[Old Peter]

Hi Martin, 

My son had the same problem with his 2006 x type 2.0d,  and it gradually got worse till it had no real acceleration.  He thought it was the turbo failing, and I thought it was somewhat slightly different and cheaper.

Eventually he stopped googling and got my mechanic to look at it and it was found to be a split pipe ---  one of those going from the manifold to the turbo.

You could have the same problem.  Just start the engine and see if you can hear a whistle or feel a leak.

Let us know how you get on.

Regards,

Peter,

[Crystalthecat]

Thanks Peter, I think I can hear a leak, I'm going to have a good look on Sunday when I'm off. I'll let you know how I get on, best regards, Martin

 

[Old Peter]

Hi Martin,

You can get the part from eBay quite cheaply if it is the bit that is leaking,

Peter.

[Crystalthecat]

Hi Peter, you were spot on! Found about a two inch split in that pipe, looks very awkward to get to so I'll get the part from eBay and get the local garage to fit it. Thanks again!

Martin

[Old Peter]

Glad it is sorted, Marttin.

It is awkward to get to,  -  my mechanic fitted my sons -- actually repaired it with tape and is fitting the new on next week if it gets there from eBay!

Peter.