bspman

So sorry - I've not really been checking forums for a while - if you @ me then I'll likely respond a bit faster There may be some oil contained... didn't tilt it - kept it upright, no drips. If injectors come out - you'll need the injector seal kit - since they're off - if you can get them cheaply enough, may be worth replacing. You're most likely going to pull injectors. Assume this is an eventuality. There will be a bit of spray - would disconnect your battery to stop the pump priming but you're going to get some fuel coming out so make sure you have some shop rags. Not sure on the glossy rubber pipe though.

For the intake manifold removal on the 2.0 TSI - Yes, you should remove it. It's not impossible without removing it - but it is significantly easier. I just popped it back on after.

You will absolutely have one. I'm not familiar with that platform, but on my mk2 octavia - it sits on the fuel line under the car.

Have you checked to see if opie oils has any injectors? Edit: VCDS probably from gendan or ilexa.

I don't know much about your situation specifically - but can you get a VCDS scan at all? It often reveals a lot more info and you may be able to try some things. Check the members' map: They've checked the wiring and pipework at least, so that does rule some things out. I found 2 posts below (one where someone ran an adaptation and it still failed - but no follow ups).. Is this the original intake manifold?

I recently did a carbon clean and injector replacement on mine and completely understand the price tag! (It was a ccza, but fairly similar in amount of work required I think). It's quite involved and takes a fair amount of time as well as needing the right tools. If you don't have the right tools/bits then you're going to struggle.

@Shane115 where abouts are you located? a VCDS scan may reveal a little bit more info on what's up.