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Why won't my 97 jetta gl feels like it won't fire, i changed the distributor rotor and cap and also changed the spark plugs. is there a fuse that blow out and cause this.

I'm trying to find out why my car is not firing when trying to start. and is a fuse that can be checked, and where it's located on vehicle.

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Hi. The coils are problematic on these early cars when they get older.

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SOURCE: wiring diagram, firing order # 1 location on the distributor cap

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SOURCE: rotor in the Distributor does not turn

probably a broken timing belt. $500 repair. Connects camshaft to crankshaft and distributor runs off camshaft.

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SOURCE: Distibutor cap, spark plugs, and firing order

Here is the firing orders for the two possible engines you might have...
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  • Posted on Nov 11, 2009

SOURCE: changing spark plugs on 97 2.0 jetta gl does the

no. you can get on the plug with an extension and a bit of maneuvering.

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