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Kevlad
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OK here I go, I've just bought a t6 2ltr transporter euro 6 on a 66plate 115 000 miles,and this is my first van ever." Question"
When at a junction or stationery and the electric fan kicks in I smell fumes from the engine area can anyone one tell why this is I don't think it's normal as I've never had this problem with any other vehicle I've owned, can anyone help pls.
When at a junction or stationery and the electric fan kicks in I smell fumes from the engine area can anyone one tell why this is I don't think it's normal as I've never had this problem with any other vehicle I've owned, can anyone help pls.
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Fumes in cab could be a split EGR pipe. Have a read of this…
www.t6forum.com
Or could be a DPF regeneration - the fans run while it heats up the Diesel Particulate Filter to several hundred degrees C which usually creates a smell. Usually does this when you stop and switch off. It also does regens while you’re going along but these are not normally noticed.
Ian
Fumes in cab could be a split EGR pipe. Have a read of this…
EGR flexi-pipe: Exhaust Fumes In Cab, Hissing From Engine Bay.
I seem to have what I initially thought was an exhaust leak, but after further investigation sounds more like an air leak round the right rear back side of the engine. I wouldn't ordinarily be concerned and just get it into VW to looked at. (It's actually the first issue I've ever had with my...
Or could be a DPF regeneration - the fans run while it heats up the Diesel Particulate Filter to several hundred degrees C which usually creates a smell. Usually does this when you stop and switch off. It also does regens while you’re going along but these are not normally noticed.
Ian
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It could be a split EGR pipe....... oh, I've been beaten to it by @Paynewright !
It could be a split EGR pipe....... oh, I've been beaten to it by @Paynewright !
Kevlad
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Thank you great read I will investigate whilst on my bru later on.Welcome!
Fumes in cab could be a split EGR pipe. Have a read of this…
EGR flexi-pipe: Exhaust Fumes In Cab, Hissing From Engine Bay.
I seem to have what I initially thought was an exhaust leak, but after further investigation sounds more like an air leak round the right rear back side of the engine. I wouldn't ordinarily be concerned and just get it into VW to looked at. (It's actually the first issue I've ever had with my...
Or could be a DPF regeneration - the fans run while it heats up the Diesel Particulate Filter to several hundred degrees C which usually creates a smell. Usually does this when you stop and switch off. It also does regens while you’re going along but these are not normally noticed.
Ian
Thank you
Pls all keep the suggestions coming
Lol I've spent up but yes I've sent a load so far
As above. If. The engine revs at standstill are about 1000rpm rather than 800 then it is probably just a regen. Have you had a listen under the bonnet to see if you can hear an exhaust gas leak?
Kevlad
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Can't hear any noises other than the engine ticking.
Kevlad
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I did hear the engine rev up a little and fan also kicked in, but would you get a burning deisal or oil smell on a regen? The cooling fan makes it worse also I did see smoke come from the engine area at one point its like some sort of drip occurres then it go's! The engine is bone dry in all areas I can see underneath and above.
Yes, when the Euro 6 engines are doing a regen you do get a definite smell.
