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jberesford1

Member

• Dec 6, 2013

• #1

Hi Guys

Am thinking that my 2.5TD engine has lost a bit of power over the last year was wondering what might be causing this.

Is it a head gasket? Seems to have an increased oil leak (i know they always drip a bit but more so than it used to).

Also could it be a fuel line problem, fuel cap lets out a lot of pressure when removed to is that some form of pressure preventing fuel?

Any suggestions would be great cheers

 

zeaphod

Well-Known Member

• Dec 6, 2013

• #2

The fuel cap pressure is a bit odd. Change the fuel filter first - they can be affected by just one fill of duff fuel, and it can affect power.
If you give the engine a really good clean then look for where the oil is leaking from, you'll get a better idea if it could be the gasket.

 

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jberesford1

Member

• Dec 7, 2013

• #3

Cheers will swap the filter, see if it makes a difference.

And i suppose i shall have to clean the engine bay looking for a leak.

 

cornish rattler

Well-Known Member

• Dec 7, 2013

• #4

Just take the fuel cap off and drive it for a bit and see, if it all seams fine with the cap removed then the cap is at fault