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by 9nJack
Fri Nov 19, 2021 8:47 pm
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: 1.8T P1297 Intermittent Boost Issue
Replies: 4
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Re: 1.8T P1297 Intermittent Boost Issue

The diagnostic guys seems to have found that the code populates once the engine reaches idle for the first time after being turned on.

I.E if revving the engine when turning over the ignition and holding minor revs - no code populates until you stop.

Also no boost leaks found at all, MAF if ...
by 9nJack
Fri Nov 12, 2021 8:48 am
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: 1.8T P1297 Intermittent Boost Issue
Replies: 4
Views: 2414

Re: 1.8T P1297 Intermittent Boost Issue

The OBD reader picks up just the following code: P1297 Pressure Drop between Turbo and Throttle Valve (check D.V.!)

As mentioned I did check the DV and service it. (Actually its a Recirculation Valve) cleared code and on the first start after clearing the same issue happened again.

The garage ...
by 9nJack
Fri Nov 12, 2021 12:29 am
Forum: MK7 (9N3) Polo (inc GTI) - Years 2006-2008
Topic: 1.8T P1297 Intermittent Boost Issue
Replies: 4
Views: 2414

1.8T P1297 Intermittent Boost Issue

Hi all, I've seen few others have had similar issues with 1.8T or 9n3 GTI to be specific. Looking for some advice (I purchased the car as it is and am not mechanical):

I have taken the car to a few garages to try and get it fixed however seems no-one wants to work with it unfortunately.

Symptom ...