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    P2187 P0171 P0507 VW 2.0 TSI – System Too Lean at Idle & High Idle RPM Diagnostics

    Diagnostic Priority: High
    Complexity Level: Advanced

    Diagnostic guide for P2187, P0171, and P0507 on Volkswagen 2.0 TSI. Lean fuel trim at idle, higher than expected idle speed, and PCV membrane failure.

    Vehicle

    VOLKSWAGEN

    Codes

    3 units

    Analysis Type

    Technical Expert

    Status

    Analyzed

    Technical Analysis

    REF: #73949A

    The combination of P2187, P0171, and P0507 indicates an unmetered air leak isolated to idle conditions on VAG 2.0 TSI engines, caused by a ruptured PCV diaphragm or leaking rear main seal.

    Expected Symptoms

    Check engine light illuminated with sudden boost drop under hard acceleration on VOLKSWAGEN (DTCs: P2187, P0171, P0507)
    Rough idle and sluggish throttle pickup from a dead stop
    Misfiring and hesitation during high-speed highway overtaking (2,500–3,500 RPM)

    System Impact

    Drivetrain
    Engine Control
    Emission Control

    Potential Fault Sources

    01Sticking electronic wastegate actuator or heavy carbon buildup on intake valves (affecting VOLKSWAGEN subsystem for P2187, P0171, P0507)
    02Boost control solenoid N75 leakage or split charge air hose
    03Ruptured diaphragm in PCV oil separator assembly (logged fault: P2187)

    Workflow / Methodology

    01

    Verify supply voltage and sensor telemetry for P2187, P0171, P0507 on VOLKSWAGEN with multimeter at key ON.

    02

    Measure wastegate position feedback voltage at key ON: normal 3.5–3.9 V in closed position.

    03

    Smoke-test induction system and boost plumbing at 1.2 bar to pinpoint leaks.

    04

    Check crankcase depression with digital manometer at warm idle (-100 to -150 mbar).

    Live Data & Mätvärdestoleranser (Är/Bör-värden)

    Fabriksgodkända referensvärden vid diagnos och live-avläsning

    Mätvärdesblock
    Parameter / SignalTestvillkorBör-värde (Normalt)Avvikelse / Varning
    GivarreferensspänningTändning på4.95 – 5.05 V< 4.75 V (Kortslutning/Spänningsfall)
    Signalretur tomgångDriftstemperaturInom fabriksintervall ±5%Signalkorruption el avbrott

    Assessment & Action Proposal

    Technical Recommendation

    Install a new genuine PCV oil separator assembly with gasket, reset fuel trim adaptations in the ECU, and clear DTCs.

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    Vanliga frågor om dessa felkoder

    Vad är den primära orsaken till felkoderna?

    The combination of P2187, P0171, and P0507 indicates an unmetered air leak isolated to idle conditions on VAG 2.0 TSI engines, caused by a ruptured PCV diaphragm or leaking rear main seal.

    Kan man köra vidare med tänd motorlampa / varningslampa?

    Körning med aktiva felkoder kan leda till strypt motoreffekt (nödläge / Limp Home), blockerad partikelfilterregenerering eller följdskador på mekaniska komponenter. Felsökning bör genomföras omgående.

    Hur åtgärdas kombinationen på säkrast sätt?

    Install a new genuine PCV oil separator assembly with gasket, reset fuel trim adaptations in the ECU, and clear DTCs.

    Related Codes

    P2187
    P0171
    P0507

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