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1996 Volkswagen Passat 1.9L Excessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality
Posted to European Driveability on 11/6/2001 3 Replies

Vehicle hard to start after cold soak. When started plume of white smoke emits from tailpipe, Idles rough and ocillates from [...]. 1 glow plug replaced and also have replaced Coolant temp sensor for timer after a session with a local dealer.

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car Vehicle Data

1996 Volkswagen Passat

VIN WVWS1S1S5F
Engine1.9 L / 4 cyl / DIESEL
Trans5-speed Standard
DeliveryFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsExcessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality
OccursCold
Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1996 Volkswagen Passat

VIN WVWS1S1S5F
Engine1.9 L / 4 cyl / DIESEL
Trans5-speed Standard
DeliveryFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsExcessive Emissions, Poor Idle Quality
OccursCold