1995 Volkswagen Passat car will not start

1995 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
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1995 Volkswagen Passat 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual

i just put in a new thermostat in my vw passat and now when i go to start my car it will not start. but when we pop the clutch it starts right away. i know Its not the battery because it is fully charged. Im thinking has something to do with one of the saftey sensors.
Jan 31, 2010 at 1:11 PM
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but when we pop the clutch it starts right away. Sounds like no cranking condition.

Possibilities here could be the starter, starter relay, park and neutral switch/clutch switch and ignition switch assuming the battery and connections are good.
Jan 31, 2010 at 1:22 PM
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