I have a little issue with my 04 A4 1.9tdi 130. A while back I removed the EGR vale for cleaning (before which no faults were evident), since reinstalling it, after every 2nd or so start, or a fair few miles the EML comes on. My vagcom shows fault code:

19586 - EGR system: regulation range exceeded P3130 - 35-10 - Intermmitent.

 

I noticed today that the plastic actuator on the side of the EGR moves in and out when turning the ignition on and off, but only for the first few times, after that it stops moving completely, so I'm assuming this pointing me in the right direction. Does anyone on here happen to known if this is indicative of a specific component at fault? Any advice much appreciated.

 

CheerZ

I think its essentially the same system as my girlfriends 2.0 tdi - if so the EGR vacuum cell is prone to failing - you need a vacuum pump to see if it holds a vacuum - if not replace the EGR valve. Its a common problem on the VW's IIRC

My son has a Golf 1.9tdi (150) and has deleted his EGR just the other day, could yours be deleted?

Most people we speak to who are buying bits the 1.9tdis have deleted their egr as they fail or block up and cause poor running.

Cheers for the input lads. The egr system is all still in tact, I didn't want to delete it based on reviews that it's makes the fuel economy worse unless going on a long run. I read that deleting it loses the water/exhaust heat exchanger, preventing the engine from warming up as quick, using more fuel. My daily drive is only about 20mins...

Remove it and put some carb cleaner on it, it might sort it out - if not you might need to get a new one.

Remove it and put some carb cleaner on it, it might sort it out - if not you might need to get a new one.

 

The problem is usually the vacuum cell - cleaning it would make no difference in this instance. They are not too expensive IIRC

The problem is usually the vacuum cell - cleaning it would make no difference in this instance. They are not too expensive IIRC

 

Is the vacuum cell part of the egr valve itself?

yes mate - if its the same type I am thinking of then it should have a vacuum line going to it which opens & closes the EGR valve - these fail & do not hold a vacuum. If possible then test with a vacuum pump to see if it holds. If not then the cell diaphragm has split inside the EGR valve & needs replacing.

 

Not sure if they deal with retail customers but TPS offer really good trade deals, you may need someone in the trade with an account to get you one: http://www.thetradepartsspecialists.co.uk/

 

Otherwise it might be worth checking out EuroCarParts to see if they do one :)

CheerZ buddy :)