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siegfriedschulz5
Platina engine running too rich
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siegfriedschulz5 (Author)
Thanks for the tips! I haven't checked the oxygen sensor yet. The car has 108604 km on it. Could it really be the injectors?
leonielehmann5
At that mileage, it's definitely possible. I had a similar mileage when the injection valve failed. While it could also be the intake manifold, catalytic converter or something else related to the air-fuel mixture, the symptoms you described lean towards fuel delivery issues. To be honest, you would need proper diagnostic tools to pinpoint the exact cause. I would suggest taking it to a trusted workshop.
siegfriedschulz5 (Author)
Thanks a lot for your help! After checking everything you said, and a trip to my local mechanic, it turned out to be a defective fuel injector, just as we suspected. The repair cost me around 515€. The car runs smoothly again!
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leonielehmann5
Sounds familiar! I had a similar problem with my Platina. Have you checked your spark plugs and air filter? A clogged air filter can mess with the air-fuel ratio. Also, it might be worth getting your oxygen sensor checked. A faulty O2 sensor can cause the engine to run rich. How many kilometers are on your Platina?