2004 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
170 MILES
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TOMA1961
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hi my vw passat 1.9TDi wont rev over 2000RPM and also it ticks over without a problem for about 10mins then for no reason it will just cut its self out then wont re-start its not even trying please help its driving me bonkers? Ive just replaced the crankshaft sensor on a hunch but has'nt fixed the problem?
Nov 2, 2012 at 7:11 PM
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DRCRANKNWRENCH
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Have the fuel pressure checked.
Nov 3, 2012 at 5:41 AM
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TOMA1961
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Thank you very much for your reply,what does having the fuel pressure checked entail,how do you check it,thank you.
Nov 3, 2012 at 1:51 PM
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DRCRANKNWRENCH
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You will have to get a fuel pressure test kit. Any Advance Auto or Auto Zone has a loaner tool program and will loan you one to use. You can ask them for the fuel pressure spec as well.
You locate the fuel rail and look for a schrader or other test port valve which is there to hook up a test pressure gauge. The kit will come with adapters. Make sure you let the car sit a few hours after running to bleed off fuel pressure as fuel injected system s run very high fuel pressure and will spray fuel everywhere if the fuel system is opened anywhere. You can do a bleeding procedure but the pressure generally drops to zero in an hour or two. Still be careful when removing the valve and doing the test. Getting a Haynes manual for either aforementioned parts store wil come in handy to and will always be good for future reference.
Nov 3, 2012 at 6:42 PM
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TOMA1961
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Thank you very much your time and advice is much appreciated.
Nov 4, 2012 at 11:33 AM
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DRCRANKNWRENCH
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You are very welcome and if you ever need anything. else come back and we will be here to help you. Thanks
Dr. C
Nov 4, 2012 at 3:14 PM