EGR/Exhaust Gas Recirculation Clogging and Excessive Carbon
Often reportedThe EGR valve and gas recirculation circuit may become partially clogged or carbonized, causing power loss, rough running, and reduced performance.
Engine Internal
When buying a used Audi A5 3.0 TDI 2017 (F5), the most frequently mentioned issue is: EGR/Exhaust Gas Recirculation Clogging and Excessive Carbon. Additionally, dirty or faulty injectors are also commonly reported.
Engine varies by trim; verify the engine code on the listing.
Listed from most frequently reported, each with its source.
The EGR valve and gas recirculation circuit may become partially clogged or carbonized, causing power loss, rough running, and reduced performance.
Engine Internal
Technical discussions on expert forums report cases of clogged or faulty injectors in the group's V6 diesel engine (also seen in the 3.0 TDI). Symptoms include rough cold start, performance loss, smoke, and in more severe cases, piston damage.
Fuel System
Wear of turbocharger oil seals can cause oil leaks into the air intake circuit, exhaust smoke, and increased oil consumption.
Turbo
Same trim, different year
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