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Apr 21, 2005 | 08:41 AM

seaTT

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CEL problem

I continue to have a CEL problem. The code pulled is system too lean. I bought a new VW MAF and installed it along with a **** and TTDA nad 4 bar FPR 2 weeks ago. Since then, the CEL has come on twice again with the system too lean code.

Any thoughts on what I should do next?

I brought it to the dealer before the **** and TTDA installation. Because of my SAMCO air intake hose, they would not look into the problem. I thought that changing out the MAF would fix the problem but it did not.

Thanks for any suggestions.

Apr 21, 2005 | 08:50 AM

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Do you have the DTC number? It could be a vaccum leak or the...>>

temp sensor switch.

Apr 21, 2005 | 08:57 AM

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they wouldn't look at it because of your intake hose? that's BS...

are you still under warranty? Bring up the Magnusson-Moss act, they'll take care of it.

Apr 21, 2005 | 10:00 AM

seaTT

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Why would temp sensor switch ...

cause the system too lean code? I'll get the DTC code tonight. Thanks.

Apr 21, 2005 | 10:07 AM

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Not all 180's are compatable with the VW MAF....>>

I would order the Actual re-furb model...probably $80 or so....It's most likely still MAF related..

Apr 21, 2005 | 10:41 AM

seaTT

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I have a 2002 225 TTR ...

Sorry, I should have given you all the info.

GIAC-X chip, turn2 pulley, boost machine, Turbo XS diverter valve, Samco intake hose, TTDA, ****, and 4 bar FPR.

Thanks.

Apr 21, 2005 | 10:43 AM

seaTT

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I have also noticed that ...

ever since the CEL problem started, my gas mileage has been significantly worse. I used to be able to drive 350 to 375 miles off a tank of gas. Now I only get 300 to 330 miles.