Why does my 1995 VW T4 not start?
I have a 1995 VW T4 (Caravelle) with 2.5l 5cyl. petrol engine. It is almost impossible to get it to start when it is cold. I have sparks and I have fuel pressure but the thing doesn’t start. I am guessing the fuel ejectors are not opening or (if it exists on this car???) that there is a problem with the Cold Start Valve or the Thermo Time Switch.
Are there any problems with the Volkswagen Caravelle?
If you notice that your Caravelle is struggling for power, particularly going up hill, you most likely have a problem with the air mass meter. You will need to replace the air mass meter to solve this problem. Buying a replacement air mass meter can be costly but you can save money on a quality second hand part with us.
When to replace throttle valve on Volkswagen Caravelle?
If the juddering and poor starts are frequent, then it’s more likely to be a worn EGR valve. These are also simple to replace, and you can even have the sensor delivered. You can hear a screeching noise when you start the engine. Your throttle valve has seized and will need to be replaced with a non-worn one.
What are the problems with a VW Transporter T4?
VW Transporter T4 Common Problems. If you are experiencing uneven tyre wear it could be down to several factors, or a mixture of a few! If the van has been lowered, this in its self could put the steering geometry out and a 4 wheel alignment check should confirm this. Worn suspension bushes are another factor to consider.
How old is a VW Transporter before depreciation?
Running any vehicle that is 20 to 30 years old is going to come with a higher maintenance bills than a new vehicle. The offset to this higher cost however is that you don’t have to suffer the heavier depreciation that you would get on the newer models of T5 and T6.
Why do I hear knocking in my VW Transporter?
It is common for the upper ball joints especially to go on the medium to higher mile examples of the VW T4. You will hear knocking especially on bumps. Early signs are knocking only on bumps when the Transporter is mid bend as a higher weight distribution is applied to a particular side of the Transporter.
Where is the distributor on a VW Caravelle?
You could pop the cap off the distributor yourself, it is on the driver’s end of the engine, held on to the distributor by two metal clips.