1.9 TDI VP37 - Problems with the tensioner

25-12-2009, 13:44 Title: 1.9 TDI VP37 - Problems with the tensioner

Hello,

I need the help of another VP37 driver... and specifically, I need a comparison value. When I tap on my tensioner with a piece of wood, I hear a funny "boing" sound, similar to the sound of a spring being compressed.

The shock absorber has 208,000 km on it, and I've had a progressively louder hissing sound during acceleration for the past 50,000 km. It started around 3000 rpm and is now noticeable from around 2500 rpm. However, it's only audible when accelerating, and is barely audible during normal operation.

I initially suspected the exhaust gas recirculation or intake air duct, but I've ruled those out.

Could the noise be coming from the suspension strut? And could someone tap on theirs and tell me if it remains "silent"?

Greetings,
and thank you,

Georg

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