1998 Volkswagen Caddy Repair Question
Topics covered: Ignition switch, Wiring, Battery.
Mileage: 90,000 miles.
Mileage: 90,000 miles.
Asked on February 23, 2013
Volkswagen Caddy Ignition switch Problem
I have a '98 VW Caddy, it has recently developed a problem where the dash doesn't light up at all. The battery was old, so replaced this, nothing.
Occasionally, the dash will light up and then it'll start, but the problem has got worse, and now can't start at all.
Not sure if its a relay or ignition switch, or simpler still, a wire that is not carrying power ??? Any help much appreciated.
Thanks,
Alex
Occasionally, the dash will light up and then it'll start, but the problem has got worse, and now can't start at all.
Not sure if its a relay or ignition switch, or simpler still, a wire that is not carrying power ??? Any help much appreciated.
Thanks,
Alex
Asked by (pending member)Answer
Replied on February 23, 2013
Check for power at the ignition switch (big red wire)... then turn the key to ON, check for power at terminal #15 (should be a black wire).
I don't have Caddy info handy at this time, so I am assuming the above (North American Jetta and Golf) wiring info is similar.
Thomas
Replied on April 24, 2013
Check the grounds. May be corroded and not making good contact. Also check the wiring harness to see it there is any build up of corrosion. To me that is what it sounds like, a wire not making good contact somewhere. If the wire gets moved a little you then get juice. so you can try just moving some wires a little to see if it starts.
