Faulty differential pressure sensor that puts the TDI into limp mode (early Passat B6)

Engine / equipment

VW Passat B6 TDI from the first production years (2005 to early 2007)

Period mentioned

2005–2007

Symptoms

The car goes into limp mode and loses power.

Possible cause described

According to AUTO BILD (Hendrik Dieckmann, 27 January 2011), on the first Passats, from 2005 to early 2007, a faulty differential pressure sensor puts the TDI into limp mode. The test recommends a 2007 or later car and does not say which engine it means, nor give mileage or costs.

Check for the garage

Ask the garage to read the fault memory and check the differential pressure sensor before replacing other parts.

Cost cited in the source

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database