Hi all,
This is a bit lengthy but I would really appreciate any help.
My car has been running really rough lately.
It all started about a week ago when I was driving down a dual carriage way, I accelerated and as soon as the boost came in, I heard the DV release all boost and the car went into Limp mode.
The ECP and traction control light came on the dash. Even when pressing the ESP button, the light stayed on.
I got it back and scanned it for faults. It had (cant remember the exact numbers sorry):
17579 - P1171 -Angle Sensor 2 G188 implausible signal
Something about throttle body allignment incorrect basic settings.
I took the throttle body off, gave it a good clean, re-fit and then switched the ignition on without starting the engine.
I left it for a minute to let it adapt, then restarted. It seemed fine and no errors.
I went for a drive, and after a few minutes all boost was gone again. I got it back and the 1 fault kept coming up:
Angle Sensor 2 G188 implausible signal. the ECP and Traction control light comes on. I can clear it with VCDS, but it comes back if I drive again and apply just a bit of boost.
I checked the connections to TB, and replaced the TB last night with genuine used part. I still get the 1 fault appear if i let the boost kick in.
At the moment, I can drive -off-boost very carefully and the warnings lights will not appear, but the throttle response is extremely poor.
Things I've done so far:
Replaced throttle body (cleaned it before I fitted).
Checked connections to the TB and sprayed with WD40.
Repaired a split PCV hose.
The N75 valve is only a few years old, genuine brand new from VW.
Boost hoses are silicone and all connected properly.
I un-plugged the MAF and it still idles rough.
I would really appreciate help on this. I'm almost giving up on the car!