2002 Volkswagen beetle turns over but wont stay started

SOURCE: removal of dashboard assembly for 2002 volkswagen beetle

I would strongly recomend you dont tackle this job.They are NASTY.Even qualified VW techs would shy away from it.Once the dash is out the support bar and the heaterbox needs to be removed and they are a pain.Sorry i know its no help but its sound advice .Cheers

SOURCE: i have a 2002 volkswagen beetle and the glow plug

Hello If have just made maintenance , could be that the plugs are not the specified ones for your car. Hope that helps

SOURCE: 2002 volkswagen beetle cranks but wont start

check you have fuel in carb first also check fuel filter is not dirty if all ok check rotor arm on distrubtor is not cracked or burnt if all ok call back

SOURCE: need the serpantine belt diagram for a 2002

with and without ac. all 1.8t are golden ... even transverse.
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SOURCE: car will start but shuts

I have a 2004 vw Beetle 2 L engine that had the same problem.

After taking it to two mechanics finally diagnosed you need to start with replacing the Air Flow Meter. Fortunately for me this was the right fix.

It is an expensive part ($150-$200) that can not be returned.

You can also try a junk yard, you pull it and they run $40-$75.
That is what i did and it worked.

Good Luck.