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1998 Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9L Excessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality
Posted to European Driveability on 8/19/2008 3 Replies

First off, yes I used cam locking tool, re-adjusted cam pulley and used vag-com to check ignition timing.

Came to me with overly advanced injection timing, no known reason as to how it got that way. It was very clacky and running rough when it arrived. One ro...

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car Vehicle Data

1998 Volkswagen New Beetle

VIN 3VW4867847
Engine1.9 L / 4 cyl / DIESEL
Trans5-speed Standard
DeliveryFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsExcessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality
OccursIntermittently
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car Vehicle Data

1998 Volkswagen New Beetle

VIN 3VW4867847
Engine1.9 L / 4 cyl / DIESEL
Trans5-speed Standard
DeliveryFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsExcessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality
OccursIntermittently