1998 Volkswagen Polo Runs Sluggish

1998 VOLKSWAGEN POLO
180,000 MILES
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BIGBELLY
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It runs ok when cold, but as the engine it warms up it seems to have no power
as if its not getting any petrol , I have fitted new plugs and HT leads new air filter
changed the Oil and Oil filter
Jun 11, 2013 at 2:16 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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You need to check fuel pump pressure when the engine is having the problem. It sounds like you may have a bad pump. However, if the check engine light is on, have the computer scanned to identify where the problem is coming from. Most parts stores will scan it for free.
Jun 11, 2013 at 8:03 PM
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BIGBELLY
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I found that the distributor metal cap was discharging to the HT lead ,the spark was jumping over to it, i put some insulation tape around the cap and now the car runs well.
Jun 12, 2013 at 2:16 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Glad you got it fixed.
Aug 8, 2013 at 7:12 PM
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