Check Engine light and power loss in a 2016 VW Amarok Diesel

Hey, I had a similar situation with my 2013 VW Amarok. My check engine light was also on, the car stuttered when accelerating and there was a hissing sound. It turned out that the problem was a faulty swirl flap control causing the jerking and hissing. My mechanic then repaired it and reprogrammed the engine control unit, and then everything ran smoothly again. It was tough to have something like that with such a high mileage. So, it could actually be something serious with you. It certainly sounds like it. I'd have it checked immediately before it gets any worse. Hope it helps you!

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Hey, thanks for your reply! That sounds really intense, good that you discovered it in time. Can you remember what you had to pay for it? And were there any other problems afterwards or was everything okay? Greetings!

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Hey, luckily everything was back to normal afterwards! Now to your question: The cost of repairing the defective control unit for the gearshift intake manifold was €480. But I can tell you that since I've been to the mechanic, the car is running perfectly again, as if nothing had happened. I also have to say that it was worth tackling it straight away before there were any more problems. So, keep at it and make sure you get it fixed before it gets worse! Greetings back!

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Thank you for the helpful information! This seems to be quite a common problem. It's good that you solved it quickly. The cost sounds a bit high, but if the car runs smoothly again afterwards, it's worth it. I'll take your advice and get it sorted as soon as possible. I hope the repair goes as smoothly as it did for you. Thanks for the exchange and the recommendation! See you soon, buddy!

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