Lack of power when engine cold

Tiny
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  • 2002 AUDI A4
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TDi 1.9 Avant 2002 AWX 8E
my engine dies but dosnt completely cut out when I accelerate fully when the engine is cold, it kicks out lots of smoke and seems like its only running on 2 cylinders (really lumpy and difficult to rev up) this only lasts for about 10 seconds then it goes ok until I accelerate again and the problem starts again, its dangerous when pulling out of junctions etc, its fine once the engine is warm.

There isnt any fault codes with VAG-COM, im a car mechanic myself so was just wondering if you have come across this problem before? So I dont have to keep changing parts to find the problem.

Thanks for your time
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Monday, April 18th, 2011 AT 8:49 PM

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Tiny
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Could be caused by one of the following below

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Crankshaft position sensor
Knock sensor
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.

Note:If it doesn't apply disregard it and keep testing.
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Monday, April 18th, 2011 AT 9:16 PM

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