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Volkswagen Jetta Starting and Stalling Issues

122 messages,  Last post on Aug 01, 2009 at 4:27 PM

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4th replacement by kravel22
Feb 02, 2009 (9:44 pm)
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I have a 2003 Jetta 1.8T. About a month ago it wouldn't start. The engine was turning but it wouldn't fire up. I had it towed and had the fuel pump replaced. It ran great for a few days but then did it again. I am having it towed yet again tommorow for the fourth time with the same problem. My mechanic called around and found out that there has been some problems with the fuel pumps for jettas. Could it be something else?
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2003 jetta starting problems by afdZ24
Feb 20, 2009 (6:58 am)
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i have a 2003 jetta 2.0 and it has problems starting. whenever it is very cold outside it never starts and whenever its raining outside it never starts while it sits for a while. mechanic said he never seen anything like this from a jetta and assumed it could only be the starter and he replaced it but it stills does it.
 
also, the engine light is on and stays on. mechanic says the car has a "cold" (whatever that means) and is common for the jetta to have but wont affect the engines performance.
 
do any of u experience the same problems? and is the engine light directed towards y the car wont start in cold/raining weather? can anyone give any suggestions as to what is really the problem.
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Re: 2003 jetta starting problems [afdZ24] by wildfawn
Feb 25, 2009 (1:25 pm)
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Replying to: afdZ24 (Feb 20, 2009 6:58 am)

I have the same exact issues with my 97 Jetta! I hasn't been wanting to start in cold/damp weather, it will try to turn over but not 'ignite.' Also, years ago when I purchased it, the engine light would remain on, so the mechanic just permanently turned it off. It hasn't caused any issues.
 
Regarding the not-starting thing, please let me know if you find any info or solutions! Thanks!
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Re: 2003 jetta starting problems [afdZ24] by bpeebles
Feb 25, 2009 (6:23 pm)
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Replying to: afdZ24 (Feb 20, 2009 6:58 am)

Let me get this straight... your "mechanic" thought that the problem was the starter, charged you to replace it, and the problem remains unchaged.
 
Then, the same "mechanic" says your car has a "cold"
 
GET A NEW MECHANIC!!
 
As for the non starting issue, why not TROUBLESHOOT to find out specificly why it is not starting then correct that problem?
 
The CEL is lit for a specific reason and is easy to find out why. Use VagCom or AutoZone can pull the codes for you for free.
 
You asked for some direction about what the problem may be... YOUR MECHANIC!
 
HINT: Suspect the IGNITION SYSTEM is not firing the sparkplugs. The ignitor-coil and sparkplug wires are a GREAT place to start anytime you encounter engine problems related to damp weather. In the past, I have described several times in gory detail how to diagnose.... use the "search" function across all the VW forums to get details.
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Re: 2003 jetta starting problems [bpeebles] by jeffyscott
Feb 26, 2009 (7:39 am)
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Replying to: bpeebles (Feb 25, 2009 6:23 pm)

Then, the same "mechanic" says your car has a "cold"
 
I'm thinking maybe the mechanic had the cold and actually said "code" but the poster heard "cold"
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Re: 2003 jetta starting problems [jeffyscott] by leals
Mar 09, 2009 (4:48 pm)
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Replying to: jeffyscott (Feb 26, 2009 7:39 am)

if you have'nt corrected the problem yet? check the keyway on the crankshaft, if this has sheared the top half of the engine won't turn with the bottom. the car will not start if the cam and crank are not in time, i would not be cranking the engine until you check this. good luck
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Stumped! by bigo0013
Mar 12, 2009 (3:21 pm)
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OK i have a 95 jetta 3 GL, I have put new plugs, wires, ignition coil, dist. cap, distributor, engine speed sensor, fuel pump, maf sensor, new belts, catalytic conv., fuel filter and done an oil change on the car! I put it in the shop to take care of the exhaust leaks that were in it and the mechanic said there was a misfire code coming up, so he checked the plugs and now it wont start!! He also said that when the key in put in and turned forward that the speedometer and rpm needsles are jumping. Does anyone have any ideas or advice??
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stalling out by wolfsburg2001
Mar 16, 2009 (5:51 pm)
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i bought a 2001 wolfsburg jetta in '08. its been a alright car for the most part. most recently i will get in my car and drive for about 15 min, stopping and going then all of a sudden the next stop sign i will stall out. i will start it back up and move along and the next stop it will stall out. after i turn it back on and sit my idles bounces reving and almost stalling then eventually stalling out after a couple mins. can anyone help me out for a little bit of advice?. i love the car and want to fix it.

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