Skoda Praktik diesel engine issues

I am writing to you today with a concern regarding my 2008 Skoda Praktik, equipped with a diesel engine and currently registering 146475 km. The vehicle has recently begun exhibiting several troubling symptoms, including jerking during acceleration, a noticeable reduction in engine power, and occasional engine stalling at idle. The engine runs rather rough, and a potent exhaust odor is also present. Furthermore, the check engine light has illuminated, and an error code is stored within the error memory. I suspect a defective intake manifold, possibly due to scorching, but I would welcome any insights or recommendations you may have before I proceed further.

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That sounds incredibly frustrating! I had a similar issue with my Praktik. Jerking, rough running, the works. Check engine light was on constantly. For me, it turned out to be the intake manifold. Have you looked at the manifold sensor? Is there a strong exhaust smell?

The exhaust smell is definitely there, quite strong actually. The manifold sensor is something I've considered. Can you elaborate on what exactly was wrong with your intake manifold and what symptoms led you to suspect it?

Yep, sounds like the same problem. My mechanic said the manifold had warped and there was a gasket leak. That was causing all sorts of issues with engine performance. The check engine light never went off until they replaced the whole thing. I would suggest taking it to a workshop to get it properly diagnosed.

I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. I took the Praktik to a workshop. Turns out the intake manifold was indeed defective, with scorching causing a gasket leak. The manifold sensor was also affected. It cost me 1180€, but engine performance is back to normal and the check engine light is off. Thank you again for your help.

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