1998 Volkswagen TDI turbo doesnt work

1998 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA TDI
130,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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BEN01
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the engine doesnt have as much power as it used to have. it seems like the turbo doesnt kick in like it is suppose to.
Jan 10, 2009 at 4:58 PM
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DR LOOT
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the first question I have for you is what kind oil have been using? the second question I have for you is do your vacuum controlled work? or heater controls the power brakes....... Turbo runs off of vacuum you may have a bad vacuum pump or a broken hoes to the Turbo check that out and get back to me
Jan 24, 2009 at 7:57 PM
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