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Malfunction of the EGR valve in a 2009 Skoda Fabia Diesel: experiences and solutions

Hey guys, I'm having problems with my 2009 Skoda Fabia Diesel (187,654 km run) and suspect a functional fault in the EGR valve. At the moment the check engine light is on, the engine switches itself off, I notice a loss of power and unsteadiness in the engine, a strong exhaust smell and it shudders when idling. Have you ever had similar symptoms? What was your experience with the mechanics with a problem like this? I had really no luck at the garage last time. Any opinions would be helpful! Thanks in advance!

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A 2009 Skoda Fabia Diesel is experiencing issues likely related to a malfunctioning EGR valve, indicated by symptoms such as the check engine light, engine shutdowns, power loss, rough idling, and a strong exhaust smell. A similar case with a 2012 Skoda Octavia Diesel revealed that a seized and clogged EGR valve was the cause, and replacing it resolved the issues. The recommendation is to replace the EGR valve promptly to prevent further engine damage and ensure regular maintenance to avoid future problems.

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Hi, I had a similar problem with my 2012 Skoda Octavia, diesel. The symptoms were pretty similar: the check engine light was on, the power was low and the engine was running rough. This is definitely due to the EGR valve. In my case, the valve had seized up and clogged. The mechanics at my garage recognized it and the solution was to replace the EGR valve. They said it's more common, especially in older models like ours. This problem definitely has an impact on the performance and life of the engine, so it's better to fix it as soon as possible before it develops into a serious problem. It took them half a day to get this done. So, don't worry, it can be fixed. Good luck and hope everything works out well! Regards!

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Hey, thanks for your quick reply! It really sounds like our cars had the same problem. Do you happen to remember what you paid for the repair back then? And has anything else come up since then that I should be aware of? Thank you and best regards!

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Hello, I'm glad that my answer has helped you! Well, I paid around €355 for the EGR valve repair back then. Quite a lot of money, I tell you! But since I went to the mechanic and the EGR valve was repaired, I haven't had any further problems. Everything runs pretty smoothly, like clockwork! Just a little tip, keep an eye on the condition of your engine and don't let the maintenance slide, yeah? That way you'll avoid repeated defects! Have a good trip and hopefully your Skoda will last a while longer! Greetings back!

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Hey, that sounds like a lot of money, but what don't you do for a working car, right? Your advice about regular maintenance is actually very helpful. I'm going to follow your example and make sure I pay more attention to the condition of my car in the future and take better care of it. I really hope that after the EGR valve repair, no further problems will occur. Thanks again for your advice and help! Have a safe journey and best regards!

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