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redlight

Jan 15, 2012 04:06 PM

2001 Jetta Engine Died

Driving home last night my 01 jetta, with AZG engine, just stopped running. I noticed that the EPC light came on, I had plenty of battery power. As far as I could tell it sounded like the starter was just spinning and not really turning the engine over. Very hard to hear with all of the freeway noise. If anyone has an idea, please send it! :) Thanks!

Keithuk

Jan 16, 2012 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by redlight (Post 57106)

As far as I could tell it sounded like the starter was just spinning and not really turning the engine over.

Well thats not normal that the starter sounds as though its spinning but it doesn't turn the engine over. For a pre-engaged starter to spin it as to be engaged in the flywheel ring gear. Remove the starer motor and investigate.

As for why the EPC light came on you need to find someone with VAG-COM to do an Autoscan.

redlight

Jan 16, 2012 12:45 PM

I had the 2001 jetta looked at and the timing belt went out. Mechanic stated there may be other damage such as piston/valve. I'm hoping there will be no other damage?!

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