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98 volkswagon cabrio convertable gls battery & alarm trouble
I had a simular problem with my car nto starting, but the alarm didn't have issues just the headlights and the radio not turning off. I replaced the ignition switch and the problem was fixed for a while until the ignition switch malfunctioned again. The ignition switch is a cheap plastic part that connects the key to the engine, and has a tendency to break. Maybe this will help. Btw, I have a 1998 and mine is not starting well, do you know anything about #3 relays? I think I may need to replace it, so that my car will start and not putter to a stop randomly while driving. The problem only arises when the car is not yet warm. Amy ideas?
Key stuck in ignition.can not
try this first ...put foot on brake and move gearstick up/down several times through the gate,it may free off the park solenoid.if not thats the first thing to change.
Replacing cabin air filter
open hood and take a look under the windshield you will see two screws on oneside remove them and the plactic grid this will give you excess to the air filter.adrian,,,,,,,,,,,,
Moter burned up in left rear window, what do I
The panel under the window is held on first by arm rests and things like that which have to be unscrewed.
The there are a series of snaps around the front, bottom, and back.
Then the panel removes by living up, as long as it is out far enough to clear any shafts, etc. The top of the panel is hooked around the metal near the glass.
After that is off, you will see the screws holding the motor to the door panel, and the screws holding the window to the regulator.
After disconnecting the window, move it up and down a few times by hand, to make sure it if free, and to work in some silicon lubricant.
Car is overheating
The only way to really check for leaks is to borrow a pressure tester from a place like Autozone. You basically replace the filler cap with a pump that allows you to over pressurize. With the engine off, you wait to see if it holds pressure. then with engine on, you rev to see if a bad head gasket causes high pressure oscillations.
I have a loud muffler sound
mcdevito75 here, Chances are you have a major leak just before the muffler, have your local shop check it out.
Volkswagen Cabrio 98 problems
Probably distributor cap is worn. Moisture condensed inside. To check it heat it up with hair dryer for 10-15 mins. Try to activate the engine
If it starts look the problem where. If not check spark plugs/cables.
Ignition control module
Good Luck
1998 VW cabrio doesn't start. acts like it is not
I wouldnt recommend someone messing with fuel lines, especially on a 2.0L 8v mk3 VW, without knowing exactly what theyre doing.
Make sure it has at least 1/3 tank of fuel. When you turn the key to the acc position, do you her a soft whirring for 1 to 3 seconds?
If so, that is your fuel pump pre loading your injectors. If you do no hear it, than it is possible its your fuel pump.
With someone helping, turn the ignition over, and have someone lightly tap the fuel pump under neath the car. It is located by the rear passenger wheel.
If you cant hear the fuel pump when key is first put in the ACC position, but the car stutters and turns over while the pump is being tapped, its your pump.
Your best bet would be to take it to a certified vw mechanic, and have them do an inspection with a tuneup including a new fuel filter
How do I add Transmission fluid to a 1998
locate the transmission dipstick with markings that reads ATF is attached to it similar to engine oil dipstick/ pull it out and see if the oil level is within limit indicated on the mark/ oil level is high when hot and low when cold/ ATF is normally red in color/ top it up if its less....note: some models doesnt require oil change as their oil is designed to last a lifetime check ur car if its one of them to avoid buying unnecessarily....
Everything inside works lights radio ect but wont
I would check all of your connections to your battery, starter, and your starter solenoid. Pull your battery out and have it load tested. Bypass your starter solenoid and apply power directly to the starter. If the starter turns over the solenoid is bad. If it doesnt you have a bad starter. You can smack the starter with a hammer while someone bumps the ignition, if it turns over while you are smacking it them its the starter. You can also have the starter measured for amperage draw, if it is really high then you have a bad starter. I would also check all fuses and relays that relate to the starting and charging system.
Beeping from key area drivers column
Hi there,
Well the driver door latch is bad, replacing it requires removal of the door panel and window regulator. Please post comments if you need further help or information.......
Good Luck!!
I need keys for 98 cabrio. I only have copy keys
Yes they do have keyless entry. I believe that year has the "banjo" style remote. What about for the ignition tho? You can find a place that will make a key directly from the door lock or the ignition and the best price I found was $200. If you still just want to go the remote route you can find em used for, if I remember correctly, around $60-$70 they're pretty pricey but they're over $100 brand new. I bought 2 used online and one of them didn't work, just fyi. Hope this helps.
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