I recently replaced the fuel distributor on my 87 Golf GL. Replacement
actually had exact same numbers, which I thought was going to be
impossible for a while but a list member had one! After installation the
car ran OK except a little cold natured. Over a period of two weeks the
idle speed started creeping up tho the throttle stop was still locked
down. I figured this was due to the fact that the car had not run for
several months and glazed fuel deposits were dissolving, etc. I backed
off the fuel stop to get the idle below 1K  but now the car is extremely
cold natured. It is extremely hard to start and runs rougher than 2 cobs
until warm and then it is fine. I am trying to get a handle on the
function of some of the CIS components however I have a Chilton’s manual
but which is sorely lacking in detail. Hope someone can answer a few
questions until I am employed enough to purchase a Bentley manual.

There is an electric fuel solenoid on the driver side of the distributor
that controls fuel flow from one side of the base to the other. It hums
sometimes as though being rapidly cycled. What is it’s purpose?

The CO plug is missing. Is this allowing unfiltered air into the intake?

The cold start injector  on the manifold downstream of the throttle
butterfly is electrically controlled. Is the control signal  a variable
voltage or just full on/off? Is it controlled simply by a sensor or a
more sophisticated circuit?

Lastly, there is an adjustment screw on the front side of the manifold
near where the throttle linkage connects. It is large and inviting to us
unknowledgeable folks as it even has large countersinks in the casting
around it to guide our misguided screwdrivers. Though it has repeatedly
tempted me I don’t want to fiddle with it if I don’t know it’s function.

Answers to any of the preceding questions would be appreciated.

Best Regards and Happy Independence Day to All,

John Hite
Denison, Texas, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA  ( yes I am shouting on purpose
:^)  )

It needs help in a big way.
It looks pretty good just not much action. Needs some replies..
http://www.midsouthvw.com/index.htm

Drivers window seems to be out of runner. How can I get access to repair this.
After removing door fascia I am faced with metal panel?   All help appreciated.

I need a mass air flow meter for a 97 jetta glx vr6

Hello,

I have a 2001 Golf GLS, the check engine light just came on (37796 miles).
Does anyone know what it could be? The engine seems to run fine, sound fine
and I did not lose any power.Also no smells from the exhaust system.

Thank you Volker

A week ago I put up a post about my "check engine light" coming on  in my
2000 Golf.
Turned out to be the MAS air flow sensor.  Is this a reasonable problem?
About what should it have cost to replace?  Does VW have a list that the
dealer go by for repairs?

I feel so helpless about these things.  I don’t know what a MAS sensor it,
let alone if it actually need to be replaced, was replaced, or charged
fairly.

I have a 1993 Passat GLX and I’m sure I have oil blow past my rings.
I can see some smoke when I get the RPMs up there, like having to
really stomp on it getting on the highway.  I noticed that there is a
Technical Service Bulletin numbered 179201 dated Jaunuary 1992.  I
realize it is a year before my car but I was wondering if anyone had
that TSB or others relating to excessive oil consumption?  If so,
would you be able to email it to me.  I’ve been unable to find copies.

Thanks,

Mike

I’m about to ditch my Jetta II for a new VR6 Jetta IV.  I have some
14" snow tires that I would like to use on my new car.  Will a 14" rim
fit over the caliper and rotor?  I have my doubts….  Thanks.

Brian

Hi Guys~

I hope someone might be able to clear something up for me? I was wondering
what a "Throttle Body" is, how it works, and how much one would cost for a
VW Polo MK3?

Thanks in advance,

Acquiesce.

I have a 1991 Jetta and I am wondering what the engine code is or how I can
find out.  Here are the details:

- bought in Canada
– 8 valve gas engine
– made in Wolfsberg (VIN starts with WVW . . .)

The reason I am asking is that I have located a couple of mass air flow
meters online, but in order to pick the right one I need to know whether my
engive code is "PF" or "RV".

Many thanks in advance.