astra 1.7dti slug!

my astra 1.7dti envoy est w reg 2000 is like a slug when pulling off like at
a T junction you have to be very carefull!..someone said it could be a
problem with the turbo? it drives OK like when the revs are up a bit, are
there any known turbo probs and/or any adjustments that could be made? TIA
for any help.

 

You might have a large bore air pipe that has either split or become
disconnected somewhere between the turbo, inter cooler or inlet manifold.
Dave

 

and - - (he says adding to his own post)
you might have a blocked exhaust. Had that with similar symptoms on my
old Cav (same engine-ish)
Dave

 

my astra 1.7dti envoy est w reg 2000 is like a slug when pulling off like

A guy I know replaced the MAF (mass air flow) sensor (it seems diesels do
have them) and power was restored! It was a Y reg Astra 1.7dti, IIRC.

 

Yep. Air Mass Sensor is defiantly a candidate. Just replaced one on my
2.2DTi. Normal performance restored. I can get back to embarrassing Golf
GTi's. Leaves them behind uphill and on fast 2nd gear exits from
roundabouts. Good fun that, naughty but nice . . . . . . . .
Dave

 

had same problem mass airflow sensor did the trick 2.0td