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1999 Volkswagen Passat Repair Question


Topics covered: Battery, Dealer.
Mileage: 94,237 miles.

Asked on March 6, 2011

Can't start after new battery

Hi, we just got a new battery and now the car won't start.
Avatar Asked by shorty144

Answer

Replied on March 6, 2011

Got'cha! Tow it to the dealer to have "minimum throttle" relearned, (if it will come out of park). This is mainly a Volkswagen thing. For other manufacturers the relearn is done automatically when you meet certain conditions while driving.

Tiny Answered by caradiodoc (expert)
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