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1998 Volkswagen Beetle TDI 1.9L No Start, MIL Lamp on
Posted to European Driveability on 3/8/2005 4 Replies

Hello,

I'm a domestic tech, but when it gets slow I guess I'll work on anything. This Beetle came in with the relay out and owner hot wired relay socket to get the glow plugs on to start the car.

I replaced the relay with new one from VW dealer. Cleared P161...

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Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1998 Volkswagen Beetle TDI

VIN 3VWBF61C4W
Engine1.9 L / 4 cyl / DIESEL
Trans5-speed Standard
DeliveryFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsNo Start, MIL Lamp On
OccursCold

Trouble Codes

P1619Glow Plug Relay - open circut/short to ground
Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1998 Volkswagen Beetle TDI

VIN 3VWBF61C4W
Engine1.9 L / 4 cyl / DIESEL
Trans5-speed Standard
DeliveryFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsNo Start, MIL Lamp On
OccursCold

Trouble Codes

P1619Glow Plug Relay - open circut/short to ground