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My VW won't start

Tiny
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  • 2001 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
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My vw won't start. I have tried boosting it but it doesn't want to turn over. (It needs a new head gasket but had been running fine up until now. The car hadn't been used for a few days and then decided not to start). Do you think it's the starter?
Thursday, October 18th, 2012 AT 11:44 PM

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Tiny
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Does the starter make any noise?Is the security light on solid or flashing?
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Thursday, October 18th, 2012 AT 11:45 PM
Tiny
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1.8T?

Standard or Automatic?

When turning the key to "crank", check for power on the starter "trigger wire" (will need a second person to turn key).

*** Raise & support the vehicle correctly & safely, Park or neutral, step on brake pedal during test to prevent wheels from turning ***

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Friday, October 19th, 2012 AT 5:55 AM

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