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@spencerhawkins8092
2 жыл бұрын
"No I don't know what I'm doing" sounds like me 😂
@here_for_the_popcorn4474
3 жыл бұрын
Just the ticket.. same engine in mine. Already had the swirl flap issue, fixed it with an upgraded swirl flap bar and a lot of patience; done without any strip down. But if I want to weld them up, now I have a guide for strip down... many thanks... I'll be saving pt 2 also !
@puffyjet
3 жыл бұрын
Great video Martin very informative and interesting I love the way you filmed it ,its like being there when your working on the car. I can see why people would gain the confidence to do such a job watching the way you work with such determination on what looks like a very hard bit of work. I cant wait for the next one thanks very much. Kevbo&Jackie
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kev.👍
@STTC
3 жыл бұрын
As soon as you described the necessary strip I said, “forget that” to myself🤣🤣. You really are an inspiration Martin, massive technical job and with engine bolts something always breaks for me. I have officially retired from car repairs but love watching your skill and enthusiasm 👍🏻
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Haha Steve, It would cost a fortune in a garage, Cars of this age normally get scrapped for jobs like this because of the garage costs so that's why I do these vids.
@STTC
3 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore Mine would be coming to your house lol
@Jared-qy1jh
3 жыл бұрын
I did the exact same job in my Alfa with the same engine. On some of these engines they fitted a plastic manifold with metal flaps that destroy engines when they fail, and the removal is even worse. The fuel pump bracket required some Dremel work to get my manifold off. I had a similar low power issue which was improved by the swirl flap repair, but the biggest fix was from the MAF sensor going faulty. Worth a check by driving with it unplugged if the issue persists, but fixing those flaps is always worthwhile. Good luck with the rest of the job, and great video!
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I had the MAF issue on our Astra and it transformed the car fitting a new one too.
@RedEyedJedi
Жыл бұрын
Great video, very informative 👏 Tip for not losing the gasket when removing the egr valve. Stick a cloth down in the gap to catch it just in case it falls. I've used this tip for lots of things when fixing cars and it has saved me a lot of hassle. It's also handy to have a telescopic magnet 🧲
@vijayantgovender2045
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Martin I love watching your car repair videos can’t wait to see part two I am from South Africa
@craigjarvis9489
2 жыл бұрын
Some job that mate. What a poxy design. Fair play to you.👍
@blankgenerator923
Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much for posting this. Helped me in the most part change my inlet manifold for a flap deleted one on my alfa 1.9 gt jtdm. One difference was having to grind away part of the cog bulkhead in order to remove the manifold. I couldn't get my grinder in far enough so resorted to smashing one corner away to be able to get in! Anyway, running much better now. Thanks again.
@WestYorkshireGuy1
3 жыл бұрын
Martin, fit a welded inlet manifold. Its the mod most owners with issues do. The EGR delete is an MOT pass if you map it out. It only fails for an EML on the dash. You can also get a blanking plate with a smaller hole to stop the EML coming on. I would advise if not blanking the manifold you fit a new swirl flap actuator.
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Jimmy's mate is welding the manifold up.
@WestYorkshireGuy1
3 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore tbh. I would have mine done as a prevention but it can actually cause some issues. Luckily it was only my bar that came off and I fixed it. Looking at the amount of oil in the throttle body the turbo seals might be on the way out. They are good strong engines apart from the crap to reduce emissions.
@steptoeandson3554
2 жыл бұрын
@@WestYorkshireGuy1 all that carbon is exhaust gasses via EGR, the reason there is more than usual is due to the boost/air leak. The ECM sees a high air flow and ups the fuel to suit but as its leaking air/boost it causes rich mixture resulting in incomplete burn and excess soot, on an older diesel without DPF this would be noticeable with black soot clouds out of exhaust. The DPF catches soot so driver is usually unaware of problem or might feel a slight power loss. The slightest of air leaks in the boost circuit causes rapid build up of soot everywhere upstream of the DPF.
@davidvickers9029
3 жыл бұрын
Good job Martin, looking forward to clean up and reassembly
@winsoxuk
2 жыл бұрын
Great tip on locking the fuel pump sprocket... Just in middle of doing this on a Saab cabriolet 1.9tid and it takes a pain out of having to remove the strengthening bars underneath to get to support the engine having to take the timing belt off. Much appreciated!
@retrorestore
2 жыл бұрын
Good luck with it David.
@markmawson1
3 жыл бұрын
I did a mates Corsa B Combo with the 1.7d Isuzu engine in it and he was saying it had no power to what it used to have when he first bought it anyway as it had the old vacuum powered EGR valve on it I thought it would be stuck open so removed it and there was no hole behind it into the manifold so was blocked with an oily sooty residue so decided to remove the inlet manifold and was I in for a nasty surprise the holes down to the valves in the head and inlet manifold what used to be the size of an egg were infact the size of 10p piece so the engine was being strangled, I spend a whole day cleaning out the inlet manifold and inlets in the head with a blow torch for the inlet manifold and vacuum cleaner for the build up in the head, once that was done he said it felt better than it ever did on the road. Every vehicle I work on and is fitted with an EGR valve I blank them off and never had any fail an MOT over a blanked EGR, I just replace the original stainless steel gasket with a piece of tin plate cut to the same shape so tester probably thinks it's just the gasket, a lot of blinking plates are ¼" thick plate so then they will know it's been blanked off that's when they fail them.
@ryanrepairs6944
3 жыл бұрын
Great as always have a good weekend martin
@peteringram476
Жыл бұрын
i had a problem with my saab 93 tid chuckin out smoke ,it turned out to be the swirl flaps and managed to find your video which was great for doing the job .I just blanked them off ,now shes a good un ...........great video
@retrorestore
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😁
@user-re3kz3di8c
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to do this video. It helped me get over the line to do this on my Saab 9-3 1.9tid. Keep up the good work!
@68xperfectx
3 жыл бұрын
Great video Martin, I had the same problem with my saab 93 which shares the same engine, turned out to be the turbo boost control valve once I replaced that all the horses were back in the stable.
@optical70xultrazoom
2 жыл бұрын
So glad I found this video. Thanks for giving me the confidence to tackle the job!
@lewisjenkins1114
Жыл бұрын
I've done this job many times and it never gets any easier, that bracket at the back and the charcoal canister is such a pain! I take them off scrap cars and tig weld the swirl flap holes, people are often happy to hear they can be blanked off 🤣
@johnhealy9231
3 жыл бұрын
Well done Martin, lots of small bits to get out of way to get the inlet manifold off but you did it thanks for showing it 👍
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John👍
@danielbevan2192
Жыл бұрын
Doin mine now I'm mechanic btt thank for video as I had trouble removing swirlpot braket btt noticed the pot had bolt running through it btt I never thought it b behind the pot so well explained as iv found the nut through ur video so well done for explaining so well mate nearly there just got remove the fuel pump n the bottom bolt off pump il b ready take out the manifold then
@retrorestore
Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@jameshazell2377
3 жыл бұрын
Smashed it. Don’t even own this car but like watching Martin !
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks James
@andynorris3537
3 жыл бұрын
Great job Martin lot of work involved in getting the manifold off
@matthewharmer1656
3 жыл бұрын
Great video martin, you have the patience of a Saint to do the job,.. I just couldn't face it....keep up the good work.
@andytownsend9163
3 жыл бұрын
Great job Mart, very informative as always
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@KRJT_Media
3 жыл бұрын
Be careful of the injector return pipes, easy to put your elbow on them and snap them. Coolant flows through the inlet so its drained to prevent it from entering piston 1 and 2 when you pull the inlet away from the engine.
@fifth-scaleproductions8878
3 жыл бұрын
They now sell a heavy duty swirl flap design inlet on ebay. Fitted one to a saab 93 the other week. New timing kit aswell , owner now says its very fast compared to before.
@Phil-1969
3 жыл бұрын
Tutorial videos are the best videos you do Mart , 👍 up
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Phil👍
@FixedByDuncan
3 жыл бұрын
Nicely done. Why do these muppets think it's a good idea to make these parts out of plastic?, it's almost as if they design them to just last for the warranty period......
@jimwright5492
3 жыл бұрын
Dpf and egr cause that carbon build up,mine mysteriously vanished lol,brilliant vlog as usual Martin, cheers
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim👍
@grippingyarnsuk
2 жыл бұрын
Very well made, explained and filmed . Thanks
@jaggass
3 жыл бұрын
I cleaned the EGR Valve ,throttle body and inlet on my A3 TDI every year and it was such a dirty job. It wasn't sluggish before i cleaned it up but afterwards my mpg would go up a bit. It didn't have a DPF either which helped. For cleaning EGR valves, throttle bodies and inlet's i recommend Mr Muscle but don't leave it on for too long or it oxidizes the aluminium.
@leecudmore-ray6697
Ай бұрын
Thanks for your video. Haynes manuals are great but this is waaaay better. that little bolt on the swirl pot was an absolute w@nk. And it doesnt need to come off on my Saab... there is a bracket next to the swirl pot that can come off and give better access to the bracket the swilr pot is attached to. But anyway... thanks again, your videos are there for us all for posterity . You are a star .
@alejandroperez5368
2 жыл бұрын
Too many parts need to be stripped down. Way too scary. I once removed the EGR and the Throttle body, but this is on another level.
@alandykes2519
3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic job Martin on a very tricky job thumbs up 👍👍👍👍
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Yes it was Alan.
@philipnewton7524
3 жыл бұрын
Martin Gloves mate what a job glad I am not doing it very interesting to watch think what a garage would charge for this job the carbon build up inside so thick this car should run better after this them flaps willnot stick closed one removed cant wait for next video Phil in stoke
@aerosolu
Жыл бұрын
thank you, vlog was amazing, i was doing the same thing with this video on tv, worked perfectly, tx
@ghislainsambi5285
2 жыл бұрын
I like it. I like Opel Zafira cdti
@FineW_TurboM111
Жыл бұрын
Those things are made for the trash. Aswell as the EGR and DPF. Power, reliability, and also fuel economy comes with removing these three things.
@alanrollo2942
2 жыл бұрын
Same engine that was in my saab 9-3. Had the swirl flap issue but ended up having to replace the the manifold,the swirlflaps and the dpf
@barbarawiddowson635
3 жыл бұрын
Haven't seen that much carbon since I burnt the toast,wow!! It's a dirty job but well done for taking it on and helping others to try it.Just make sure you put all the pieces back!! LOL.Stay safe.
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Barbara👍
@zeez3139
Жыл бұрын
Great work my friend ! Feel your struggle very familiar with DIY wrenching 🍀👍🏻🇬🇧
@retrorestore
Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@zonda7771
Жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you.👍
@waynio67
3 жыл бұрын
Best cure for these is egr delete and map out plus welded inlet manifold,
@johnharris6091
3 жыл бұрын
I bunged the holes where the swirl flaps were .no problems since, just make sure the electrical connection is still on the actuator.
@sdone7672
3 жыл бұрын
Nice work Martin, like the flesh colored gloves. 😉👍
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them lol
@erdemir5641
2 жыл бұрын
I did this on my astra. Worst bit was the oil bowl thing at the back. Replaced manifold with a welded manifold
@georgestewart1325
3 жыл бұрын
Wow that was mind blowing. A lot of work thanks for sharing.
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@toafy1014
3 жыл бұрын
Intake system air leak fault code is the egr valve, done loads of them, clean it will only last so long to be honest best just to blank or replace
@robstahl2531
3 жыл бұрын
Good persistence Martin..and great instruction....what a nuisance some of these engines are to work on now,eh !......(those RD350/LC,ect 'lumps' seem so easy to work on now,eh !)....happy days.....
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Too right Rob, A garage would charge a fortune for this job and the car would probably get scrapped.
@geoffgreenhalgh3553
3 жыл бұрын
Christ martin, where do you get your patience from? What a ball-ache of a job. Don't we love modern cars. Good work.
@jouniinvelez7469
3 жыл бұрын
What a pig of a job! Very instructive video, thanks! (Sticking to petrol engines).
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@01arron
3 жыл бұрын
I swapped my swirl flap rod with the fully metal with brass fittings. Haven’t had a problem since
@gerbutt
3 жыл бұрын
Good work dude! Saving a small fortune doing it yourself hey 👍
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@karlfeast
5 ай бұрын
Good video mate helped me 👍
@karlfeast
5 ай бұрын
What’s the orange connector for under the egr area?
@philblay4330
Жыл бұрын
I had problems on my Zafira SRi 1.9 CDTi 150bhp, with no power at all. Turned out to be a coked up MAP sensor. (Don't buy cheap ones, stick with Bosch) Once changed there was an obvious power increase. Then found swirl flap bar off. This causes a kind of mis-fire feeling above 2000 rpm, which varies depending on which flaps are stuck open or closed. Put the bar on, problem goes away until it falls off again. My Swirl flaps are badly worn and leaking diesel which seems to cause a P2279 (air leak) error. Now going to blank them off.
@RedEyedJedi
Жыл бұрын
If the sensor is on the inlet manifold then it's a MAP(Manifold Absolute Pressure) sensor. If the sensor is near the airbox then it's a MAF(Mass Air Flow) sensor.
@retrorestore
Жыл бұрын
That is correct.
@astrujurginas861
Жыл бұрын
Hey very thanks for this video, realy help
@petefroud5308
3 жыл бұрын
Good job Martin . A lot of work .
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Yes it was Pete.
@andy_v4443
3 жыл бұрын
Great job Martin 👍👍
@shanebrookes1878
3 жыл бұрын
Do cars myself but that looks a pig of a job!! Loving ya videos Martin
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Shane👍
@ASH.......................1976
3 жыл бұрын
Getting pretty rare those cars Marin ,I've had a look and there Is only 377 left that are still on the road 👍👍
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Yes they are Ash
@ASH.......................1976
3 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore 👍
@rekordi
3 жыл бұрын
Gloves highly recommended when diesel intake manifolds are involved.
@garyclifton2180
3 жыл бұрын
Nice job Martin looks a rite faf but very informative
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
It is lol
@alanpatterson2759
3 жыл бұрын
Carbon build up wouldn't be helping as well. thoroughly enjoyed the video.
@vdubs6068
3 жыл бұрын
Good Job Martin 👍
@RedEyedJedi
Жыл бұрын
I have all studs on mine and the manifold is getting caught at the side nearest the drivers side. Any idea how to get this out?
@ghislainsambi5285
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@deanclark828
5 күн бұрын
I was thinking about removing mine but think I'll pass !
@josephcarino5829
3 жыл бұрын
Ingenious
@alanlewis2867
3 жыл бұрын
tip put some petrol in when u fill up with diesel
@tinkeringtaylor3053
3 жыл бұрын
Good one there Martin
@chriscroucher98
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Martin …. I have a blanking kit for one of them you are welcome to have …
@WestYorkshireGuy1
3 жыл бұрын
The blanking kits are OK but tend to leak again. Better off fitting a welded inlet as its off anyway.
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris. Jimmy's mate is welding the manifold up.
@chriscroucher98
3 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore the other thing we used to do was tap the holes and wind in a blanking plug
@projectclark123
3 жыл бұрын
Really good video thank you
@derbyjohn1258
3 жыл бұрын
Yes Martin amazing job again so therapeutic. Keep going bud 😍
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John👍
@patrick103b
3 жыл бұрын
I have the 5 cylinder version 250hp in my fiat croma had the swirl flaps tired open egr delete and and dpf delete and it doesn’t half shift and passes mot every year
@felbringer5541
Жыл бұрын
Need video like this but 1.7cdti
@berndb.5097
3 жыл бұрын
Again, thank you very much for your effort!👍 Hopefully you can get your hands clean again. 🤷
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
I hope so too lol
@Paul-wz1fl
Жыл бұрын
Hi love all your videos. Your so lucky to be so skillful . Ive a astra H 1.9 CDTI 150 looks like same engine as this one your working on. After watching this video I had to check my own and the metal bar that goes between the 4 swirl flaps and broke off completely. Thinking of tackling taking the inlet manifold off myself as your video is brilliant to follow. Can I ask the threaded bar that the fuel pump is attached the one that has to be removed to allow the inlet to be removed. You had to put two nuts on that bar to then remove it. Can you tell me what size nuts would be needed for that threaded bar. Thank you so much. Wish I lived close by as I'd just leave the car with u to sort 🎉
@retrorestore
Жыл бұрын
Sorry Paul, I can't remember bud.
@Paul-wz1fl
Жыл бұрын
Tha k you so much for your time in replying. Is the fuel pump itself held onto the three threaded bars by nuts would just using two of them do of they are held on by nuts?
@baytraders
3 жыл бұрын
Martin, if they were handing out medals for tenacity....! - drop the bonnet, stick all the bits in the boot and scrap it. Get yourself a mk3 Cortina or something similar and bask in the glory days of simple mechanicals with room to work on simple engines without all the egr and electronic crap. Funny how that simplicity now commands more money than all the complicated technical, designed to be unservicable tripe we have to live with now - Rant over and good luck with the rebuild..!!!
@retrorestore
3 жыл бұрын
It would cost a fortune in a garage, Cars of this age normally get scrapped for jobs like this because of the garage costs so that's why I do these vids.
@baytraders
3 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore Absolutely, and they go on at us all the time about waste and saving the Planet yet they design these cars to be easily assembled and impossible to work on after. Saw an American video recently where Tesla wanted to replace an entire battery pack for $22,000.00 on a car worth $25,000.00. Independent garage swapped 2 cells and it cost $5,000.00..!! - Now I'm a Yorkshireman, so you can imagine my pain..!!!
@vgarciajuan
Жыл бұрын
Just by removing 2 glow plugs you can put the swirl flap rod into position
@grippingyarnsuk
Жыл бұрын
Very good video . Thanks. I’m doing a 159 Alfa . Changed inlet manifold and am getting p2013 fault code so contemplating removing swirl flaps . Will that help get rid of code i your opinion? Cheers !
@retrorestore
Жыл бұрын
Not sure bud, sorry.
@steven907
3 жыл бұрын
Hope Jimmy watches this to see the shift you put in martin
@KRJT_Media
3 жыл бұрын
Remove the flaps and have the inlet welded and blank egr, there is a polish website you can order an egr simulator from and have it delivered to the UK....problem wont happen again. I did it to mine. msg me if you need more info.
@bigh236
3 жыл бұрын
Is that the fiat engine 🤔. It was a nightmare on my 1.9 vectra Estate Sri nav ...
@Cal1395
2 жыл бұрын
I've done a few of these that one 12mm below the fuel pump pain in the ass
@Paul-wz1fl
Жыл бұрын
Hi please reply. When you were putting everything back together after the inlet manifold in place etc. The fuel pump was the nut that was holding onto where the timing belt is.. was it 15nm or 50 nm torque did you say. Cheers
@retrorestore
Жыл бұрын
I can't remember, sorry.
@Paul-wz1fl
Жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore how would I find out
@AdamForeman
3 жыл бұрын
This video is a great example of just how bad people treat their cars. It also shows that the only thing to do with this car is fix it and sell it. That engine design, loom etc is probably one of the worst designs for anyone to work on. It's not a car for people to learn car maintenance from. Maybe that's why it's in such disrepair? Still can't get over that it passed its last MOT. That's simply frightening scary. Obviously took the money but didn't go over the car at all in my opinion.
@user-fh3cv4li4v
Жыл бұрын
What is the symptoms of bad swirl flap? Can be hard start caused by bad swirl valve?
@retrorestore
Жыл бұрын
yes and poor performance
@tonypenny848
9 ай бұрын
What would cause these to keep blowing out I've had a second unit fitted and the same one has blown put, is this normal
@retrorestore
9 ай бұрын
Its just a poor design.
@Paul-wz1fl
Жыл бұрын
Hi please help. While taking the inlet manifold off to remove swirl flaps 2007 astra 1.9cdti 150 I forgot to drain coolant. Soon as I started to remove manifold could hear a gargle noise so immediately drain coolant. While draining the coolant from tap on front left underneath water was also leaking down the back of engine. Do I have problems big problems now? I could see in through the 4 holes in the engine when got the manifold off and one had liquid in it just small amount. What do I do please help. Cleaned the liquid out as much as I could see by pushing a cloth in and soaking it up. I've the manifold refitted swirl flaps blanked will it be ok or have I bigger issues now . Would draining the engine oil fix my mistake.
@retrorestore
Жыл бұрын
I would change the oil just to be safe.
@flange7103
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Martin, can I ask how long it took you from starting to getting the airbox out? About to do the job myself although I've a new airbox and EGR so I wont have to clean the ones I take off
@retrorestore
2 жыл бұрын
Its hard to say as i'm filming at the same time bud.
@flange7103
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the reply. Think I’ll have it all done in a day as I have a new air box, EGR valve and map sensor. I’ll let you know how I get on. :)
@karlblake2809
Жыл бұрын
Hi mate , what are the torque settings for the inlet manifold? Pump pully?
@retrorestore
Жыл бұрын
I can't remember, sorry.
@gingernuts9894
2 жыл бұрын
Hello there @retrorestore thank you for putting this video up its been great, got a question for you about the diesel pump removal, iv got the 3 nuts off and the main nut on the pulley, but I can't get the pump out, iv got movement of the bar with the woodruff but it just won't go quite all the way, even with a few taps for persuasion, any advice? Cheers!
@retrorestore
2 жыл бұрын
Mine needed a good wack but make sure you don't hit the bare end of the shaft or you'll damage the threads. You can wind the nut on and hit that..
@gingernuts9894
2 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore yeah I think you said about putting the nut on to protect it, so I gave it a go and it'll go flush but then when I take the nut off and try pull through it just won't go 😅 will have at it again tomorrow and see if its just got itself caught on something
@gingernuts9894
2 жыл бұрын
Needed a bit more persuasion than I expected, but the manifold is now off!
@kevindavies5429
2 жыл бұрын
Hi mate what error code was it reading my vectra has a similar problem thanks
@retrorestore
2 жыл бұрын
I can't remember sorry.
@minisareus
3 жыл бұрын
Had the same problem with my 120hp version you need to fit the later upgraded inlet manifold and actuator?
@johnharris6091
3 жыл бұрын
I didn't think the 120 version had swirl flaps
@AGN-dt2dj
2 жыл бұрын
Quick question, I think I have the same issue on my car and I’m wondering should I bother to fix it or is it fine to drive without having to worry about anything blowing up.
@retrorestore
2 жыл бұрын
You will probably have a lack of power due to air leaks and it may fail the emmisions due to the ecu trying to compensate for the air leak.
@AGN-dt2dj
2 жыл бұрын
@@retrorestore hi thanks for the reply, yeah I have a bunch of issues with it, lack of power, black smoke upon acceleration and boost doesn’t even come on until about 2300 rpm and when I does it’s not good, as well as engine light with air leak fault code, idle also sounds rough makes a few weird noises.
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