cpiddy7
13-07-2008, 02:00 AM
Hi guys. My father is having a few problems with his 2001 1.6L Passat. When he comes to a juntion the engine sometimes cuts out. It also happens when he's driving slowly, eg when reverse parking ect. He took the car back to where he bought it and they replaced a split vaccum hose that comes off the throttle body. The car was ok for a couple of days but it started happening again. My dad decided to have a look at the car himself. When he took off the cover that's over the air filter he decided to start the engine. When he did so he heard a sort of ticking sound. We think that its coming from the solenoid valve that controls the air intake flap. What we were wondering is if this is faulty, would it cause the problem he's been getting. Any advise would be great. Thanks for looking at the post and we look forward to seeing what you guys come up with. Cheers, chris.