Sharan 2,8l mid range power loss

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PeterJ
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Sharan 2,8l mid range power loss

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Howzit guys I need some help in steering me in the right direction. I have a VW Sharan 2002 model, 2,8l 24 valve vehicle that has lost its power in the midrange. The compression is good (within spec) and not using oil. I am thinking the problem lies in either the vvt or petrol pressure, am I correct. I would also like to find out if there is a workshop manual available for this engine and where to get it.
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Peter.
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Fuel Pressure is easy to check. Just plumb a fuel pressure gauge into the rail and see if it is right.
Cam timing should be showed in vcds if you look at single reading blocks. See if it does do the advance.
All of these checks are a lot easier on a dyno of course.
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Thanks for the help Stephan. Are manuals for this engine difficult to find.
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i have no idea. Inhave never owned one or needed to work on one so have never looked for a manual.
Stephan van Tonder - Jhb - Putfontein Benoni
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