HarshJain

Hello Guys! Firstly, I would like to thank all of you for helping me and keeping me motivated not to sell off the car. Invested quite a fair share of amount and time to bring this beauty back to a decent condition. Replaced all AirCon Components (Condenser, Compressor, and Evaporator) Replaced the Auxiliary Coolant Pump which solved the check engine light issue. Flywheel was replaced (It was needed) Timing Belt Kit replaced Basic Service and Gearbox Service including DQ250 Oil and Filter change Complete Suspension Overhaul Currently I am stuck with Power loss issue, unable to figure out the reason for this. Also blown Intake Manifold/Charge Air Cooler (I have temporarily cut off the coolant lines and made a direct connection to the inlet and outlet to prevent the engine from hydro-locking) I would also like to know if the Airbag and Central Locking connected, my car does not lock while driving, and there is a sound from the rear doors of the locks clicking. (I have checked all the connections and wiring, everything seems to be intact, and no signs of damage visible). We have run diagnostics on VCDS and yet there is no error for Central Locking function, but my Airbag light is on.

The battery I installed was an aftermarket battery. Yes, I am certain that the battery is correct, since the last 2 years I am using the same battery. Yes, I did have hydrolocked engine, due to the charge air cooler leaking drops of water into my engine, which was then replaced before the engine was ceased. No, it was not rebuilt, the engine remains untouched. The armature of the starter burnt, due to the hydrolocking issues.

There is a possibility that the mechanic tried to create the Air Con problem, there was no issue with the system before I got it serviced from the guy. And the issue with the gearbox, my gearbox is not picking up speed after reaching 80 or 100 km/h mark, there is a sudden drop in the power, till the 80 or 100 km/h mark, the gearbox is working normally. In city, the gearbox is not giving me any issue, it is when I am on the highway and need to speed up. No matter how hard or how lightly I push the accelerator pedal.

I am not sure whether the heat is from the DPF regeneration. Yes, the fans are running when I sense the engine is running hotter. I am checking with the engine off.

This is another issue I am facing with the car, I would be grateful if you can help me find the cause of this issue. I got the car checked with the Skoda Service Centre, and they demand a new gearbox, which is costing me the current value of this car. IMG_4992 (1) (1).mov

Yes, the coolant pump was changed twice, and the error code did not go off even after clearing it. It would go off for 10 minutes and pop back up with the same error code.

The AC was serviced recently, and recharged with gas. My mechanic checked the complete Air Con system, and asked me to change the parts.

The car is 8 Years Old, driven 107,000 kms / 66,486 miles. The battery of the car was replaced 9 days ago. I will have to check on the DPF matter. The car has been serviced at regular intervals of 15,000 kms or 1 Year, or as soon as the service indicator pops up. Regarding the maintenance of the car, there was a slight oil leakage on the car, got the oil pan changed as requested by the mechanic and the matter was solved. Later I started facing issues of excessive coolant loss in the car, post which the expansion tank, and the radiator was changed, and that issue was resolved as well. Later, I started facing issues with startup and coolant loss, which turned out to be the charge air cooler of the car, causing the engine to hydrolock, the same issue was looked after and the charge air cooler was replaced, with a new starter motor installed. All of these issues happened within the last 6 months.

The mechanic was trusted, who asked me to change these parts. The car is constantly giving me some kind of mechanical work. It has been driven 107,000 kms / 66486 miles. I am planning to buy a Mercedes Benz E250 CDI as my next car. The car is running hotter than usual, the heat from the engine bay is a lot more than before.

Hi, I am driving a Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI MK3. I have the following issues and need help or suggestions regarding what to do. 1. Air Con has stopped working and is blowing off hot air. The Compressor, Condenser, and the Evaporator needs to be changed. 2. Airbag Error has popped up. 3. Engine Checklight has come up with an error code P190E00. 4. Engine is overheating but the temp gauge is maintained at 90. The fan starts running after short drives. Is it worth spending on rectifying these issues or should the car be sold off?

Thank you, appreciate the help. Will keep you posted on this matter. Tomorrow my mechanic should be proceeding with the charge cooler replacement.

The radiator was changed as it showed leakage during pressure test performed. According to the mechanic, the leakage is the cause that the engine is not turning on normally, and is taking 3-4 turns to start the engine. Starter motor was blown due to these startup issues, had to get the armature changed. Is it true that the engine startup problem is due to the charge cooler leak?

Hi everyone, I am driving a Skoda Octavia MKIII 2.0 TDI, I recently faced issues with coolant leakage and start-up issues when the car is cooled down. After showing it to a local specialist, the starter motor was repaired, and the radiator was replaced to stop the leakage. Got the car back home from these repairs, and faced the same startup issue again the next morning, informed the mechanic about this, and he took the car back in. After a few days, he identified the problem to be the intercooler, which is leaking water into the engine, and that is causing the startup issues. Is this a probable reason? Your help would be appreciated in helping me solve this issue.