the faulty PCV valve idea is interesting - Im going to look into that - and will report back. I don't think its the valves as it runs really sweetly when its up to speed..? Is it easy to diagnose / test the PCV valve?
Jonathan
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- Tue Oct 05, 2021 9:40 pm
- Forum: MK6 (9N) Polo - Years 2002-2005
- Topic: Cold starting problem
- Replies: 7
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- Sun Oct 03, 2021 7:56 pm
- Forum: MK6 (9N) Polo - Years 2002-2005
- Topic: Cold starting problem
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2593
Cold starting problem
Hi, I have a 2003 1.2 petrol 9N Polo. I am really struggling with a cold starting problem. When I come to start it from cold, it cranks over quite happily, but takes many turns of the key before it catches- it sounds like it’s coughing and spluttering before it finally starts. Once warm, it runs gre...
- Sat May 15, 2021 4:40 pm
- Forum: MK6 (9N) Polo - Years 2002-2005
- Topic: Help with identifying part
- Replies: 5
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Re: Help with identifying part
Looks like a vacuum hose of sorts, I'm guessing it's a BMD or AWY engine? From what I can find it looks like it's for the PCV valve and is made up of several hoses. Differing between the two engines. Hose screenshot.PNG I'd give your local dealership parts department a ring to confirm as they can p...
- Sat May 08, 2021 12:24 pm
- Forum: MK6 (9N) Polo - Years 2002-2005
- Topic: Help with identifying part
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1249
Help with identifying part
Hi, I am new to this forum, having just bought a 2003 1.2 Petrol Polo. I have taken off the air filter to service the car, and noticed that it was snagging on a pipe - which almost certainly isn't original - and it needs replacing with the proper part as its crimped on the left side. I have attached...