2.0 ltr. TDI engine - Page 2 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

tiger64 · #16 11-22-2015, 09:25 PM

I've had 2001 2005 2011 and 2014. Great cars. Great mpg. Hundreds of thousands of miles. Mercedes skills prepare you to keep these running. Similar vehicle tdi and vintage Mercedes.

Mölyapina · #17 11-22-2015, 09:59 PM

But if you liked the 300D, you should totally look into a CDI. Everyone here who has one loves it, and they aren't any more expensive than a JSW TDI. Just make sure that you're ready to deal with the SBC.

fahrvergnugen · #18 11-23-2015, 12:08 AM

The early years of the Pumpe Dusse (spelling?) was a little problematic once they came out; we were replacing the pumps that pressurized the fuel left and right. The seal at the back end of the pump would let go and leak diesel. I never did figure out why, obviously the seal wasn't up to the task somehow, perhaps with the new low-sulfur fuel? I can't recall when that happened. Anyways, one would assume that they fixed that by now, otherwise it would have been reported here in this thread, or be a bit well-known.

G/L with your purchase! Despite what's offered here, and yes, there are a few more weaker links on VWs than there used to be; however, they are still a blast to drive and have good longevity if taken care of. Be Sure to get a Bentley manual to help you take care of it, WELL WORTH the investment. And if you decide to get a Passat, the front end rebuilds are pricey as the aluminum arms that support the steering knuckles have built in ball joints... AND there is 6 of them to buy...

Stretch · #19 11-23-2015, 04:28 AM

Strange to hear that a Bentley manual is good for something! Although I've never seen an offering (even for a Mercedes) I got the impression from others that they were about as bad as Haynes.

compu_85 · #20 11-23-2015, 08:05 AM

The Bentley manuals are way better than a Haynes, they were the official factory repair manuals until a few years ago.

If you're looking at an 04-05 Passat with the 2.0 PD motor look carefully. That motor is unique to the US market and has problems with its chain driven balance shaft. When the chain drive fails - and they all do - the oil pump stops.

2x on TDIClub being a great resource. I'm one of the moderators there - there's more than you could ever want to know about any TDI model.

-J

psaboic · #21 11-23-2015, 08:52 AM

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Uh, why would you want one??

100% agree. There's NFW I'd ever suggest one to anyone either.

Well, I think both of you are wrong....plain and simple. I've had my TDI for almost 15 years and close to 200,000 miles so far. Been one of the best and most reliable ars I have had. Two friends have the 2.0 TDI, both with north of 150,000 miles so far and could not be happier with the vehicle.

tbomachines · #22 11-23-2015, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by psaboic

Well, I think both of you are wrong....plain and simple. I've had my TDI for almost 15 years and close to 200,000 miles so far. Been one of the best and most reliable ars I have had. Two friends have the 2.0 TDI, both with north of 150,000 miles so far and could not be happier with the vehicle.

As usual he has no idea what he is talking about but happy to give "advice".

Our 1.9 mk4 bought new has about 300k on it and still going strong. I would not hesitate to buy a TDI with a solid service record.

Sent from an abacus

funola · #23 11-23-2015, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by tbomachines

As usual he has no idea what he is talking about but happy to give "advice".
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Who SRJ?

I have a 92 Jetta idi diesel with turbo and love it. Currently at 230k on the odo (my first water cooled VW).

mannys9130 · #24 11-23-2015, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by psaboic

Well, I think both of you are wrong....plain and simple. I've had my TDI for almost 15 years and close to 200,000 miles so far. Been one of the best and most reliable ars I have had. Two friends have the 2.0 TDI, both with north of 150,000 miles so far and could not be happier with the vehicle.

You have owner's experience, and I have service experience. I have never seen a VW older than 3-4 years that did not have something malfunctioning. The interior is poor quality, the engine design is shabby, the parts quality is inferior to even American cars, and the maintenance is tailored to prolong the life of the poorly designed engine. I always felt bad for the young lady who would bring her VW Beetle in to have it repaired. That happens very often. I would have to give bad news that the owner used the wrong synthetic oil and rounded all of the cam lobes off. I would have to write maintenance intervals in lengths of time because the odometer was unreadable. Switches would have the markings rubbed off within a couple years.

The people that own them sing their praises, but ask the people who fix them and we'll tell you to run as fast as you can.

fahrvergnugen · #25 11-23-2015, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by mannys9130

You have owner's experience, and I have service experience. I have never seen a VW older than 3-4 years that did not have something malfunctioning. The interior is poor quality, the engine design is shabby, the parts quality is inferior to even American cars, and the maintenance is tailored to prolong the life of the poorly designed engine. I always felt bad for the young lady who would bring her VW Beetle in to have it repaired. That happens very often. I would have to give bad news that the owner used the wrong synthetic oil and rounded all of the cam lobes off. I would have to write maintenance intervals in lengths of time because the odometer was unreadable. Switches would have the markings rubbed off within a couple years.

The people that own them sing their praises, but ask the people who fix them and we'll tell you to run as fast as you can.

But I have both owners And Service experience, and I say they are a good car. They aren't a Mercedes, but that much is obvious, isn't it? 5 years in a dealers parts department, and more than 20 years as an owner (Mk1 models mostly, I should offer that).

As long as you go in informed of what to expect, you can't be let down, can you?

mannys9130 · #26 11-23-2015, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by fahrvergnugen

But I have both owners And Service experience, and I say they are a good car. They aren't a Mercedes, but that much is obvious, isn't it? 5 years in a dealers parts department, and more than 20 years as an owner (Mk1 models mostly, I should offer that).

As long as you go in informed of what to expect, you can't be let down, can you?

Given your username, I'm not surprised by your bias.

fahrvergnugen · #27 11-23-2015, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by mannys9130

Given your username, I'm not surprised by your bias.

Nor I surprised by your need to point out the obvious. :-P I would assume if it were, say, 'VWsRSuX0rs', I'd be more likely to be centered?

mannys9130 · #28 11-24-2015, 02:25 AM

All you need to do is cruise Craigslist a bit and you'll see how "gracefully" VAG cars age... The proof is in the pudding.

JB3 · #29 11-24-2015, 05:15 AM

X3 tdiclub, great resource and info.

The engine is just as robust as prior TDIs, the question mark is the increasingly top heavy emissions equipment, but thats true of all modern diesels.

JB3 · #30 11-24-2015, 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by mannys9130

You have owner's experience, and I have service experience. I have never seen a VW older than 3-4 years that did not have something malfunctioning. The interior is poor quality, the engine design is shabby, the parts quality is inferior to even American cars, and the maintenance is tailored to prolong the life of the poorly designed engine. I always felt bad for the young lady who would bring her VW Beetle in to have it repaired. That happens very often. I would have to give bad news that the owner used the wrong synthetic oil and rounded all of the cam lobes off. I would have to write maintenance intervals in lengths of time because the odometer was unreadable. Switches would have the markings rubbed off within a couple years.

The people that own them sing their praises, but ask the people who fix them and we'll tell you to run as fast as you can.

Plenty of guys that fix them love them. Love them so much there are numerous specialty shops out there. You have a not entirely realistic hatred of the brand.