What is flashing coil light on Golf Mk6 TDI?
First time to this site and also my first time owning a VW. I have owned my Golf Bluemotion 1.6 TDi for 4 months, the first day i picked it up on the motorway doing 70mph i got a ping and flashing coil light on dashboard with message “Engine Fault / Workshop” and engine went into limp mode.
Why does my glow plug light keep flashing?
While on the highway, the glow plug light begins to flash, the engine loses power, and begins to decelerate. It does not stall, but when stepping on the accelerator, all it does is shudder and continue to decelerate. Once we pull over to the shoulder, we turn it off, wait a couple seconds, and turn it back on.
What’s the flashing glow plug light on my Audi?
Flashing glow plug light and limp mode : ( The above happened on the way into Newquay after a 5 hour journey and came back immediately again after a 15 minute stop just before we got here… not driven it since so can’t comment if it’s still happening but fearing the worst in the morning.
How does glow plug work on Volkswagen TDI?
Oil pressure sensor, Coolant temp for the gauge, coolant temp for the thermo time switch for Glow Plugs, Fuel cut of solenoid, and the glow plug strap itself. If the timing was set properly and all in good health they go forever. But times changed thanks to consumers wanting fuel efficient cars that actually go quick]
What should I do with my VW Golf Diesel?
Observe the following points to ensure that the exhaust system and the diesel particulate filter will work properly for a long time: Only use diesel with low sulphur levels ⇒ Fuel . Never use biodiesel, petrol or heating oil. Do not allow the fuel tank to run empty. Do not overfill engine oil ⇒ Engine oil . Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Why does my VW Golf have a DPF warning light?
Even when the exhaust purification system is working perfectly, there may be a smell of sulphur from the exhaust in some conditions. This depends on the sulphur content of the fuel. If your dash is showing the dreaded DPF warning light then it’s going to be one of two things. Either your DPF pressure sensors has failed or your DPF has clogged up.
Why does my VW Jetta Golf have low power?
The check engine light (CEL) or malfunction indicator light (MIL) on the instrument cluster doesn’t always go off. If you have always have low power without the sudden cut out feeling or the engine just won’t rev high then read 1000q: constant low power on TDI.
What does the warning light mean on a VW Golf?
VW Golf Mk6 engine warning light – this indicates a fault within the engine management system. The chances are it will be something sensor related like a coil pack, MAF, camshaft or crankshaft sensor. You can use a diagnostic tool to find the fault.
Where are the parking lights on a Golf Mk6?
I installed LEDS in the front side parking lights (inside the high beam housing), license plate, and the reverse lights. The codes in VCDS are for the front side parking lights are 02394, 02395 and for the reverse lights are 01518, and 01519.
What does traction off warning light on VW Mk6 mean?
You can use a diagnostic kit such as the iCarsoft i908 VW OBD Code Reader to diagnose & reset the fault. VW Mk6 Golf traction off warning light – this indicates that the traction control system has been turned off.