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What's the deal? Driving into work tis morning, go to pass a semi, car won't boost past 5psi.

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Old 05-24-2004, 05:20 AM
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Default What's the deal? Driving into work tis morning, go to pass a semi, car won't boost past 5psi.

No CEL, just won't push to 15 - 16 psi like I'm used to. Any help out there?
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Default did you disconnect the battery?

sounds like the car is in limp mode...
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Default No, should I disconnect it and let it reset?

Any idea what would cause that? All the connections are together. Just did a TB 2 weeks ago w/ no issues. Bums me out man.
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Default i honestly couldnt tell you bro, im a 30'ver myself (hence my name)

what year is your car? because if its DBW you're gonna need to do a TBA, throttle body adaption. basically, put the key in the ignition, and turn it until the electrics come on, and leave it for 2-3 minutes.
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Default I've done TBA's before. It's a 2001 1.8t.

Friggin' electronic crap.
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Did you turn the car off and then see if it would boost higher again?
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Default No, just got into work and parked it out back.

Maybe I'll take a quick spin for breakfast and see.
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Clear it with a VAG tool of you can, sounds like you are in limp mode indeed...
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Trying to find a VAG in Denver, no luck yet this a.m.
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Default check n75 electrical connection..

i had a wire come loose that caused the same problem. worth a shot to check out


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