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2002 VW Cabrio, jerked then died, wont start.
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SadieBryanne
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Oct 19, 2011, 9:20 PM
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2002 VW Cabrio, jerked then died, wont start.
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2002 VW Cabrio GLS 4 cyl. 2 L. Manual. 118,000 miles Hello everyone! So, I had been hearing a weird slight clunking sound coming from the trunk end of the car for about 3 days, but I had some jugs of water back there so I thought they were just rolling around. Anyways, I was driving home from work and after about 1 minute, every time I would shift, it started jerking like it was going to die, and then it would be fine until I shifted again.. this continued on for like 3 miles until I was just down the road from my house. I stopped at a light to go up a slight hill, but as soon as I started ascending up, it just jerked around for a second and died. I started it once after that, then died but it wouldn't start again. It sounds like it is trying to start, but to no avail. I have been reading some things and sounds like it could be the fuel pump. If anyone could give me any advice or information I would really appreciate it, thank you!
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Tom Greenleaf
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Oct 20, 2011, 9:42 AM
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Start with basics. Whats missing, spark, fuel can be tested by gauge or quick test to prime it and if it starts for a few seconds you know you need to check fuel issues. If uses a timing belt how long since it's been replaced? T
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zmame
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Oct 20, 2011, 9:43 AM
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Get a fuel pressure tester and test fuel pressure. You can obtain one through a loan a tool program through most autoparts retailers.
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SadieBryanne
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Oct 21, 2011, 6:55 PM
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My step dad checked all the basics before we had it towed to the shop, but thanks anyways guys! :)
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