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I have got it back and its still not right. Its taking 4-5 or more turns (long crank) before it starts. When it starts it seems to run ok when on the move but when it idles there is a loud hum (sounds like a fuel pump) and its definitely coming from the front (engine bay, not the in-tank pump under the seat)? Battery is fully charged and showing almost 13 volts when switched off.

Thanks all, The EGR was cleaned at the same time as the injectors going back in and the glow plugs were changed about 5000 miles before the HPFP failure (so i'd be surprised if it's one of those). I think the only forward is getting the codes read. Does anyone know of someone that could do this in the Swindon area? I can obviously recompense with beer tokens etc?

Hi All, Unfortunately, our VRS suffered a failed HPFP last year. The HPFP was changed for a new one (along with a cambelt/water pump) and a new in tank pump plus a complete drain and clean to get rid of the swarf. The injectors were rebuilt and refitted. What we are now experiencing is an intermittent fault with the coil light flashing. Also, when this occurs the car goes into a reduced power (limp) mode. However, if you turn it off and leave for 5-10 mins it normally clears itself? I have looked at the forum for similar issues experienced by other members but most of the threads that I have seen point towards possible DPF issues. I am not getting the DPF light illuminated, just the coil light so I don't think its DPF related? Anyone with any experience of this that is able to share their knowledge would be greatly received.

Thanks for the extra info, I have got all of those bits apart from the sensors, do they fail? What about the regulator as well? Did you change that or keep your old one? thanks again🙂

Hi, thanks for the reply. The pump did fail catastrophically as filings/swarf was found in the secondary fuel pump (in the tank). I was also advised to get the injectors changed or refurbed as it is likely these were damaged too? I have managed to get hold of a set of injectors/fuel rails/hoses with a guarantee. The hpfp that I have sourced separately is a recon unit with a proper warranty. I wanted a rough idea of labour timescales/costs from anyone that has also experienced this? It’s going to cost but finding deals and not needing the car back quickly has helped keep the costs down dramatically

Yes I already did, sorry, should have explained. I was hoping to get a second opinion on here?

Hi All, Newbie here. I have tried to search through the site but cant find an answer to this so if anyone does know it'd be much appreciated. Does anyone know how long it takes to change a HPFP on a 2.0TDi 170 VRS? Assuming everything is ok with cambelt and everything else, i just wanted to know what a garage should quote (in hours) how long this should take? Many Thanks