lindafrost7
Touareg Cold Start Fix: Fuel Injection System Troubles
Summary of the thread
The conversation centers around a 2006 VW Touareg experiencing cold start issues, with rough running that improves once the engine warms up. The initial mechanic suggested fuel injection problems but failed to resolve the issue. Another user shared a similar experience with a VW Passat, where carbon buildup and faulty injectors were identified as the cause. The solution involved cleaning and replacing injectors, which resolved the problem. Following this advice, the original commenter found a specialist who diagnosed and replaced two faulty injectors, resulting in smooth engine starts and improved performance.
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lindafrost7 (community.author)
Thanks for sharing your experience. Those symptoms sound exactly like what I am dealing with. I think I will need to find a shop that specializes in fuel injection diagnostics for VWs. Can you remember roughly how much you paid for the full repair? Also, has everything been running smoothly since the fix, or have you noticed any other fuel system issues popping up? The hard starting on my Touareg is really becoming a pain, especially on cold mornings. Would be great to know if your repair has held up well over time.
friedrichlorenz49
Just wanted to update, got the repair done and it completely solved those frustrating cold start problems. The specialist diagnosed a faulty cold start injector that was not atomizing fuel properly during startup, matching the symptoms we discussed. The total repair came to 515€ for replacing the defective injection valve. Since fixing the fuel delivery issue, the engine starts perfectly every time, no more rough running or hard starting in the mornings. The fuel injection system has been working flawlessly for several months now. Having a fuel injection specialist handle the diagnosis made all the difference. They quickly pinpointed the exact injector causing the problem instead of just doing general maintenance. The proper repair ended up being more cost-effective than continuing to struggle with unreliable starts and potentially damaging other components. If your symptoms match what I experienced, getting those fuel injectors checked by someone who really knows these VW systems will likely solve the issue for good.
lindafrost7 (community.author)
Finally got the repair done last week after finding a shop specializing in VW fuel injection systems. The diagnostic testing showed two failing injectors that werent spraying properly during cold starts. Total bill came to 680€ for replacing both injectors and cleaning the fuel system. What a difference proper diagnosis makes. The engine now starts instantly even on cold mornings, no more rough running or waiting for it to warm up. Should have done this months ago instead of wasting money at that first shop that couldnt fix it. The specialist showed me the old injectors and explained how carbon buildup was preventing proper fuel atomization during cold starts. They also performed a full injector test after the repair to verify everything was working correctly. Really glad I followed your advice about finding someone who actually understands these VW fuel systems. The car runs better than it has in years.
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friedrichlorenz49
Had the exact same cold start problems on my 2009 VW Passat 2.0T. The symptoms matched perfectly, rough running during cold starts that improved after warm-up. The root cause was carbon buildup and failing fuel injectors affecting fuel delivery. A proper fuel system diagnosis revealed two injectors were not atomizing fuel correctly during cold starts. The fuel rail pressure was also inconsistent. The fix required: Complete fuel injector cleaning and testing, Replacement of two faulty injectors, Fuel system pressure test, ECU adaptation after repair This was a serious issue that needed immediate attention since poor fuel delivery can damage other engine components over time. After repairs, cold start problems disappeared completely and the engine ran smoothly from startup. Worth getting a specialist to properly diagnose the fuel system, as general mechanics sometimes miss the underlying injector issues. The symptoms you describe strongly suggest similar fuel delivery problems that typically affect these VW engines.