Why won t my Touareg start?
While there are a variety of reasons your Volkswagen Touareg won’t start, the most common 3 are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
What is a Kessy module?
KESSY is the electronic locking and starting system found in modern Volkswagens that allows the driver to access and start the vehicle without having to use a traditional key. When you’re drive is complete, you can lock the vehicle by pressing the lock button on the exterior door handle.
How do you reset the oil light on a 2012 Volkswagen Touareg?
Follow these steps to reset this light:
- Close the hood, trunk and all doors.
- Press the START/STOP button to start the engine.
- Press the CAR button.
- Press the Service button.
- Press the Service Interval Reset button and confirm.
- The new service interval will be displayed.
- Turn the ignition off.
Why does my Volkswagen Touareg engine not start?
There are a lot of issues that can cause your Touareg to crank, but not start. The engine needs air, fuel, and a spark in order to run. It is highly likely that if the engine is cranking, but not starting that it has thrown an OBDII code. It is definitely worth it to use an OBDII scanner to check and see if the engine has thrown any trouble codes.
Why did my Volkswagen Touareg go into limp mode?
Car went into limp mode on interstate I-5 could not drive over 35 mph, slower up a small grade. Replaced the ( EGR ) Valve, car was in the shop for 2 days and repair took 6.5 hours. Because I had the Diesel Fix there was no charge to me. Fuel Pump failure while on the freeway.
Why was the VW Touareg such a nightmare?
Some of that time was great, other times were a real struggle. I really learned how to be a technician because of the Touareg and all the problems that it had. There are many reasons that the VW Touareg was such a nightmare for customers and techs.
What kind of engine does a Volkswagen Touareg have?
Check engine light was on, car was not accelerating properly. 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD Oil leak due to improperly installed oil filter leaking at the gasket. Dealer replaced oil and filter. Leak at cooling pump seal that required pump replacement. turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD