Why does my Volkswagen Eos engine not start?
There are a lot of issues that can cause your Eos to crank, but not start. The engine needs air, fuel, and a spark in order to run. It is highly likely that if the engine is cranking, but not starting that it has thrown an OBDII code. It is definitely worth it to use an OBDII scanner to check and see if the engine has thrown any trouble codes.
Is there an ECM problem on a VW EOS?
The contact owns a 2008 Volkswagen Eos. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed a quart of oil every month. The contact also stated after changing the battery, the ecm had to be re-flashed. The contact stated the rear door warning light was illuminated. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired.
What was the mileage on a 2009 VW EOS?
The failure mileage was 80,000. The contact owns a 2009 Volkswagen Eos. While the vehicle was stationary, the instrument cluster malfunctioned and failed to work properly after the vehicle was repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 16v913000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control).
When was the last time I drove a Volkswagen Eos?
Mileage: 81,575 miles Body Type: Convertible Color: Silver Engine: 6 Cyl 3.2 L No accident or damage reported to CARFAX. Purchased on 12/02/06 and owned in CA until 01/13/20. Driven an estimated 7,842 miles/year. Last serviced at 103,028 miles in Redlands, CA on 03/05/20 • Vehicle serviced.
Are there any problems with the 2.0T TSI engine?
While we like to say that every engine is generally reliable when properly taken care of, the 2.0T TSI engines do have a laundry list of known common problems. While this list may be daunting, most of these issues are common across all German, turbocharged vehicles from our experience, not just Audi or VW.
When was last serviced VW EOS in Greenville SC?
1st owner drove an estimated 8,832 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 29,851 miles/year. Last serviced at 101,329 miles in Greenville, SC on 04/15/21 • Vehicle serviced. No accident or damage reported to CARFAX.
What to do if your VW wont start after a battery change?
Leave the cables disconnected for fifteen minutes If this doesn’t yield results, then you can try this alternative method to get your key to reprogram itself: Ensure that the battery is being charged with a charger Leave the key in the ignition with the battery on and the engine off for an hour
How to do a cold reboot on a VW?
In this case, you need to perform a cold reboot, which can be done in the following steps: 1 Disconnect both battery cables 2 Tap both cables together 3 Leave the cables disconnected for fifteen minutes 4 Reconnect the cables to the battery
What happens when a VW TSI engine fails?
If they fail open, they endlessly spray way too much fuel into the cylinder. If they fail closed, they spray zero gas into the cylinder. The end result is either too much, or not enough fuel being sprayed into the engine’s cylinder. The most notable sign of this will be cylinder misfires.
Why does the airbag warning light illuminate in Volkswagens?
There are other problems that can cause an airbag warning light to illuminate. The warning light could illuminate after the car has been in a flood, or if there is corrosion in the car’s computer, so the airbag isn’t read properly. A water leak or something similar could cause the computer to corrode.
What does the yellow warning light on a VW mean?
The solid yellow Volkswagen warning light means ESP/ASR is inactive. A flashing warning light signifies an ESP/ASR event. Contact your local authorized Volkswagen dealer for more information. The yellow check engine light code could mean your filter is blocked with soot. See owner’s manual for more information.
What does the green light on the VW dashboard mean?
Switch the ignition off and on again if this inspection light comes on. If the light stays on, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or service facility. This green light means the brake must be applied to shift vehicle into gear. There is a problem with your steering column.
How can I tell if my VW starter is faulty?
1 The battery may be dead. 2 The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded. 3 The grounding straps (including the tranny-to-body strap near the nose of the transaxle) may be corroded/loose/broken. 4 The starter solenoid may be faulty. 5 The starter motor may be faulty (see below). 6 The ignition switch may faulty.
Why does the solenoid stick on a VW starter?
The usual reason for a solenoid to stick is due to rust on the plunger. The proper fix is to remove the starter, dismantle the solenoid and DEAL WITH THE RUST. DON’T go pounding on the solenoid with a hammer! Yeah, this also works. And damages the solenoid in the process.
Why does the jumper test not work on my VW?
If the jumper test causes the starter to engage and to crank the engine then the problem is in the wiring or the ignition switch, with the higher probability for the latter. If the jumper test didn’t help then you’ve narrowed the problem down to the solenoid. Fortunately, the fix is pretty simple.