V50 2.0D is now driving like a slug!!!

[SimonBall]

Thank you so much! I can't believe it was so simple. For me it was simply a case of finding that hose (it looks a bit different on my 2005 V50 2.0d to the photo) and reattaching it to the nipple. Must have been dislodged during my recent aircon service. You've saved me a fortune and a stack of time.

[SimonBall]

It's here on the v50 2.0d (2005). A narrow black tube that attaches underneath at the front left of the valve (circled below).

Edit: IGNORE THIS PHOTO. USE ONE LATER IN THREAD

[laurieh]

Originally Posted by SimonBall

It's here on the v50 2.0d (2005). A narrow black tube that attaches underneath at the front left of the valve (circled below).

Hi Simon,

Will get some replacement hose for that, did you have poor acceleration issues?? before replacing this

[SimonBall]

Yes; it was like the turbo wasn't engaging at all. Struggled to get beyond 60 and up hills. I popped the tube back on and it's like having a new engine. The hose is rather loose. I might pop a cable tie on before it goes AWOL.

[laurieh]

Originally Posted by SimonBall

Yes; it was like the turbo wasn't engaging at all. Struggled to get beyond 60 and up hills. I popped the tube back on and it's like having a new engine. The hose is rather loose. I might pop a cable tie on before it goes AWOL.

I have checked mine and it seems like someone previous had fitted a new section of hose as there is a join nipple in the pipe line, the end is also loose so i think maybe they used a slightly bigger hose. Have tried to cable tie to the manifold nipple end but still having issues. I might try and replace with a new hose.

Cheers
Laurie

[SimonBall]

New photo attached, now with cable clip!

[MikeLB]

Surprised they changed the design of the inlet manifold on the engine so quickly but does explain some issues I have have buying service parts, but hopefully the pipe check will save people money - even the slightest gap or damage will affect engine performance so ensure it is a one piece length of hose you put back in

It really is a bit of a bad design if you ask me, the route is terrible and the original hose isn't that great quality.

[laurieh]

Originally Posted by MikeLB

Surprised they changed the design of the inlet manifold on the engine so quickly but does explain some issues I have have buying service parts, but hopefully the pipe check will save people money - even the slightest gap or damage will affect engine performance so ensure it is a one piece length of hose you put back in

It really is a bit of a bad design if you ask me, the route is terrible and the original hose isn't that great quality.

Will shop around for this pipe, on checking i did remove the plastic pipe going to the manifold/ Rad(the one in your photo) and the rubber ring around the jubilee clip was split in so many places so will shop for that to and keep you updated.

[Ninja59]

Originally Posted by MikeLB

Surprised they changed the design of the inlet manifold on the engine so quickly but does explain some issues I have have buying service parts, but hopefully the pipe check will save people money - even the slightest gap or damage will affect engine performance so ensure it is a one piece length of hose you put back in

It really is a bit of a bad design if you ask me, the route is terrible and the original hose isn't that great quality.

i think it is to do with the DPF is it not...because i know if you have two pipes then you have a DPF the one pipe is a none DPF car.

mine a 2009 Euro 4: -

[MikeLB]

No my engine inlet is different to that pictured but has no DPF, but then again my car is half way between the Mk1 and Mk2 - I call it Mk1.5 due to the differences!