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Old Apr 9, 2008 | 10:19 PM
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Can someone explain in idiot terms the likelyhood and symptoms of an OE 2 port boost solenoid failure please?

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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 12:42 PM
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i would imagine you would only get spring pressure from the turbo, say about 6-8psi. Whats actually happening though???
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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 01:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Prasius
Can someone explain in idiot terms the likelyhood and symptoms of an OE 2 port boost solenoid failure please?

Is it stilll clicking?

When they don't, that's usually a good sign!
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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 02:26 PM
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Yeah as above, if your BCS fails you will only boost to your wastegate spring pressure Has the car been stood for any length of time??
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