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Re: 2001 VW Beetle -misfire
Posted to Technical Discussion Forum on 10/6/2006

Bob, We have seen this in our area and it comes down to carbon on the intake valves. The carbon soaks up the fuel and makes a misfire. Usually caused by using the wrong (cheap regular) fuel. We have had some luck with chemical cleaners. We see this on various ... Login to read more.