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1999 Volkswagen Golf Repair Question


Topics covered: Compression, Engine, Exhaust.
Mileage: 96,418 miles.

Asked on September 17, 2012

Car not running properly

Hello my vw golf cabriolet stutters on acceleration and popping noises from exhaust can you tell me what problem might be please
Avatar Asked by Benjithfc180

Answer

Replied on September 17, 2012

cold be a valve problem, have it scanned for codes and compression checked.

Tiny Answered by hmac300 (expert)
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Replied on September 17, 2012

The usual cause of stuttering / sputtering on acceleration with the
A3 ABA engines is Ignition related.

Any recent rain or car wash?

Check the ignition system, ignition wires, cap & rotor and the Ignition
coil.

Thomas

Tiny Answered by exovcds
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