Spud_87

Hi all, I've recently sold my 14 plate 1.6 Yeti and purchased a 63 plate 2.0 Octavia 4x4 with 71k on the clock. Three weeks into ownership and I've had my first issue, a flashing glow plug light followed by engine light. 😅 I have a cheap OBD reader that links to phone app. From that I obtained DTC P0544 which relates to EGT sensor. Also, when I look at the live sensor data it shows EGT back 1 sensor 1 as 1000degC whilst the other two show more realistic temps. Basically it looks like the sensor has shorted out. The car is driving fine but the issue is that the PDF won't regen without proper temperature data from the sensor. After a bit of process of elimination, I'm pretty sure it's the one down the back of the engine. A right bugger to get at! I've ordered a 17mm crows foot to help removal. If that doesn't do it the mechanic can have it! 🙂 Just thought I'd post this A) to see if anyone has had the same experience and because after a lot of googling I can't find any Octy mk3 specific threads on it. Plenty of other VAG threads about though!