Top 20 2001 Volkswagen Passat Questions & Answers

It sounds like the engine is starving for either fuel or air. Replace the Air cleaner and Fuel filters and this may solve the problem.

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have you changed the spark plugs? also any OBD code after fixing the above?

I really think you should go to www.reliable-store.com they have got books on every vehicle and also how to service/repair it, parts info, wiring diagrams, electrical diagrams, fuse diagrams, error codes, etc everything

sounds like a lambda sensor has failed

What is the trouble code? In the interim, take your car to an auto parts store and ask them to perform a charging system load test. This will identify any problems with the charging system (Battery, Alternator, etc.)

At the end of your upper radiator hose, bolted to the engine block.

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Sometimes sensors can just be dirty, try wiping them with a clean soft rag.

I'm thinking ask google or utube

whats the year make and model. does it stall at idle or driving

Contact your dealer as they have the equipment to track down a fault like this

Has the timing belt or chain ever been replaced?

The only way a lot of bulbs can burn out at once is overvoltage. Check your charging voltage with the car running, using a multimeter. Should be 13.8 volts; with the car off, about 12.6.

I am surprised it would even run with that much overfill. Drain the excess oil to the correct level. If excessive blue smoke is present, internal damage has occurred, if not its probably OK.

Hi Its probably not really worth repairing such an old system. I would replace it with something more modern with better sound and control. CD s are kinda out these days when most of your music and nav are on your smart phone . However, you could remove cd player, remove covers and using cotton buds and solvent, gently clean the pickups for the laser. Its probably full of crud. Good luck Roger

have the fault codes read and look for a problem EVAP system not venting the tank ( opening the gas cap to put in fuel is allowing the tank to vent until the next time) never on fuel lights as they are only an indication and can be off

That is your problem for purchasing a VW. Better get a Tow truck to take it to a good VW mechanic if you can find one

Try using a cd lens cleaner first see if that cures it.