VW Passat Problem

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Fri 19 Sep 2003 12:44
VW Passat Problem - MEP
I have a 1999 1.8T Passat and I've been having a problem.
When driving up a modest incline, with the engine around 3000rpm, I start loosing a bit of power. If I put my foot down the car will accelerate but not smoothly. I'm pretty sure it's not the turbo, to me it feels like the HT leads and sparks need replacing. I just wondered if anyone else has experienced similar problems
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Fri 19 Sep 2003 15:36
VW Passat Problem - Big Cat
Probably the coil packs. Join the club - and the wait.
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Fri 19 Sep 2003 19:10
VW Passat Problem - Andrew Moorey (Tune-Up)
Bit early for the coil pack problem, suspect as you do leads and plugs
Only get the leads/ends from VW but the plugs I'd recommend NGK BKUR7ET.
Andrew


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Sat 20 Sep 2003 13:59
VW Passat Problem - DGW
Take it to a dealer and have it checked. There are a number of components associated with the turbo and fuel system which could be causing the problem.
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