Is the pedal on a Jetta Golf Drive by wire?
The pedal is drive by wire, meaning there’s no cable attaching it to a throttle, it’s just electrical wires and sensors. In the mk3 TDI the pedal sensor is a potentiometer.
What kind of engine does a VW Jetta have?
Mk4= 1998-2006 New Beetle, 1999-2005 Jetta, 1999-2006 Golf, 2004-2005 Passat TDI Mk5= 2005.5-2010 Jetta TDI sedan and wagon Mk6= 2010+ Golf, Jetta wagon, 2011+ Jetta TDI, 2012+ Passat TDI Procedure – Troubleshooting steps for the VW or Audi TDI engine
Is there a service manual for a Volkswagen Jetta?
Service to Volkswagen owners is of top priority to Volkswagen and has always included the continuing development and introduction of new and expanded services. Whether you’re a professional or a do-it-yourself Volkswagen owner, this manual will help you understand, care for, and repair your Volkswagen.
Where is the glow plug on a VW Jetta?
If the engine shuts off suddenly during normal driving and you don’t see the glow plug light go on during failed restarts then replace the black relay 109 with the newer gray relay 109 (1996-2003 cars only, it’s under the steering wheel in the relay panel). It sometimes cools and lets you restart.
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 to do if your VW Jetta doesn’t start?
Check the air intake piping, fuel filter, fuel pickup in the fuel tank, and fuel shutoff solenoid at the injection pump (1996-2003 cars only, single black wire leading to solenoid). It’s not when you turn the key and the engine doesn’t even try to start or turn over. You have a low battery, ignition key, or starter problem.