Occasional misfire Golf Mk6 1.4 TSi

[gtec]

Wondering if anyone can explain an intermittent problem we've got where engine seems to hesitate/misfire just for a second when applying power, and occasionally lasts a few seconds when it feels like it's not firing on all four and the EML has flashed for a few seconds

I've got a code reader which shows no faults, so at a bit of a loss.  It's a 2009 model, with the 160bhp version.  We've also tried both normal and super unleaded, and had the problem occur with both.

Any help / ideas appreciated!

[mwad gti]

I had the same with my previous GT160 (supercharged/turbocharged). That made it the most unreliable car I ever had after 5 misfire breakdowns-quite simply it was dangerous. Iirc, the car went through 2 sets of different spark plugs, 2 or 3 engine maps, 2 sets of fuel injectors. If even got connected up live to the factory. After all that (from only 2000 miles old) I still wasn't convinced as I could detect a slight misfire the very next day after a week in Germany-that was the final straw for me, I traded the car in at VW and pushed for goodwill at VW UK

Worth bearing in mind, on some cars piston damage could occur. The misfire was/is a known problem

Sorry for the potential bad news. I would think by now a fix has been found, mine was 4 years ago
Hope you get it sorted, please keep us updated

[mwad gti]

And you're welcome 😂

[gtec]

Got it sorted.....just needed a couple of the ignition coils replaced - although now just waiting for the other two to pack up!

Thanks for suggestions, sounds like yours was bit of a nightmare, glad I didn't have that big an issue!

Cheers.

[Rhyso]

I'd go ahead and replace the other two as they will now be weak from working harder to compensate for the two you have replaced

At least then you know all 4 are good and won't leave you stranded 

[gtec]

Cheers, good advice - particularly as it's the wifes car so could avoid me getting another breakdown call!

[Rhyso]

Cheers, good advice - particularly as it's the wifes car so could avoid me getting another breakdown call!

Yeah you really want to avoid that!!