Why does my VW have a rough idle?
It has the 2.5L I5 engine. It is a manual transmission. There is no check engine light flashing either. It just does it when it is idling helpful? VWs are known for idle issues due to dirty throttle plates. Air can’t get by and idle is low & rough. So I would start with cleaning
What does it mean when your Volvo check engine light comes on?
Do not drive your Volvo under a load when your Volvo check engine light is flashing. If your Volvo check engine light comes on for a few days then goes off a few days later, it means that the on-board diagnostic system is detecting a problem intermittently.
What to do if your check engine light is not working?
The first thing you should check is to make sure that the gas cap is on tight. Stop in a safe area, press the gas cap release button, and make sure the gas cap is tight. Open the hood and visually check for anything that looks out of the ordinary. A loose hose might cause rough running due to the vacuum leak.
Is there check engine light for intermittent stalling?
Many times, there will be no check engine light and no fault codes to give you a clue as to what might be causing the engine to stall. So the trick to diagnosing an intermittent stalling problem is to catch the vehicle when it’s acting up — and that rarely happens when you have the vehicle in your shop.
What kind of engine does a VW have?
It has the 2.5L I5 engine. It is a manual transmission. There is no check engine light flashing either. It just does it when it is idling helpful? VWs are known for idle issues due to dirty throttle plates.
When do I am sitting at an idle it seems?
Rough Idle/ Misfire: When I Am Sitting at An Idle It Seems to Be When I am sitting at an idle it seems to be missing and idling rough. I was just wondering if you had an ideas to what that could possibly be.
Can a bad throttle position sensor cause stalling?
Similarly, if your engine struggles to idle efficiently, it could also be a result of a damaged throttle position sensor. Stalling, surging, or hesitating while idling all can be caused by this unassuming sensor. The best way to determine if these issues are caused by your throttle position sensor is to go to the source.
Why does my 1969 Volkswagen Beetle not idle?
I have a 1969 Volkswagen Beetle that will not hold an idle. It will start up just fine and as long as you have your foot on the gas, it will stay alive. As soon as you let off the car sputters and dies. Another symptom is that the is a miss in the engine, not sure if the two are related or need to time it and then check on the idle.
What are the most common VW engine problems?
There have been a number of relating lawsuits and recalls due to the likelihood and commonality of failure across all VW engines. Engine overheating or frequent low coolant levels (after replacing coolant) are the most common tell-tale signs of a bad water pump.
What causes a Volkswagen Jetta to misfire?
It will run rough at idle and looses power at speed. It has died 3 times. I am in the beginning phase of trouble shoot and jave not yet put a scanner on it. It feels like something is shorting and causing a misfire. The wife Jas complains of a intermittent hiccup when driving. It was taken to dealer, they found nothing….
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