Smoke And Loss Of Power

[dave21]

hi all i have a 03 1.9tdi ghia 115bhp galaxy

 

recently my galaxy is losing power whilst driving and i noticed smoke billowing from the underside of the car,at first thought had exhaust problem but noticed at rear of vehicle is a rectangular box with a pipe coming out of it which is billowing smoke (approx near rear wheel) any help please what is this box and its function and is it possible the maf would cause this problem cheers dave

[chrispb123456]

hi all i have a 03 1.9tdi ghia 115bhp galaxy

 

recently my galaxy is losing power whilst driving and i noticed smoke billowing from the underside of the car,at first thought had exhaust problem but noticed at rear of vehicle is a rectangular box with a pipe coming out of it which is billowing smoke (approx near rear wheel) any help please what is this box and its function and is it possible the maf would cause this problem cheers dave

H sounds like 2 unrelated faults yes the Mass air flow sensor does cause loss of power try disconnecting lead fron sensor then drive car if its no worse its usually that.

 

The small exhaust pipe under the car is your booster heater has it been working normally in the past, usually sounds like a jet engine under the car possible cause is faulty glow plug + unit may need a good clean out if you do a lot of short journeys

[dave21]

thanks do i remove booster from car and clean with wd40 or carb cleaner thanks dave

[chrispb123456]

thanks do i remove booster from car and clean with wd40 or carb cleaner thanks dave

Hi again if you go to the FAQ section of the site there are some detailed instructions with pictures, will be a good idea to get a glow plug for it before you start any dismantling :P

I thought you might be interested in reading this web page: http://www.fordgalaxy.org.uk/ford/index.php?showtopic=6732

Edited March 28, 2010 by chrispb123456

[dave21]

thanks forgot to reply have clened unit and replsced glowplug and seal and little burner type thing all working now many thanks dave

[chrispb123456]

thanks forgot to reply have clened unit and replsced glowplug and seal and little burner type thing all working now many thanks dave

Hi Dave glad to hear you had success with the booster heater :) did you change MAF aswell or have you still loss of power

Edited April 8, 2010 by chrispb123456

[dave21]

hi chris all sorted replaced maf and cleaned turbo and vanes with turbo spray cleaner direct into turbo 19.99 from halfords. all sorted and back to normal for time being thanks again 4 your help cheers dave