1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Car starts but doesn't run

1983 VOLKSWAGEN RABBIT
181 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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VWFANATIC1
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Hello I have a 83 vw rabbit gti but the car won't run. It starts but then dies if I'm not stepping on the gas. The gasoline comes back up from the place where you pour in the gasoline. It starts up no problem but it won't run for 5 min straight. It shakes a bit and I don't know why. Any help is appreciated.

Jesse
Aug 23, 2014 at 4:28 PM
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Fuel injected or carbureted?

Most likely fuel injected... you need to check the "warm-up regulator" (control pressure regulator) to see if it is providing correct fuel pressure when the engine is cold.

Does the engine run better once it is warm?

Here's a troubleshooting chart:

https://www.2carpros.com/images/external/CIS.jpg

Thomas
Aug 29, 2014 at 9:15 AM