How can I find the vacuum leak?

Tiny
PETERSONRDT
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  • 2011 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
  • TURBO
  • 86,543 MILES
Vacuum hoses.
Thursday, December 16th, 2021 AT 1:15 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

As far as locating a vacuum leak, there are a couple of ways. First, with the engine running, listen closely for a hissing or whistling sound. Also, using carb cleaner, the engine will increase in RPM's if it's sprayed near or on the leak. Take a look through this link. It explains how to locate and repair a leak.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

I attached a pic below showing the charcoal canister filter routing. Check around this area as well. I highlighted several vacuum hoses.

If you have a diagnostic trouble code, let me know what it is. That will point me in the right direction.

Take care,

Joe
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Thursday, December 16th, 2021 AT 5:17 PM

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