View Full Version : VW Passat diesel staring problems when warm
bluebazzer
Dec 21, 2007, 05:48 AM
I have a 2003 VW Passat 1.9 TDI (130bhp) that starts fine in the morning runs fine but when warm and left for 5-10 minutes requires about 3-5 seconds of cranking over before it starts again, then it fine again.
blindman27
Dec 25, 2007, 09:00 AM
Check the radiator it might be losing water or stuffed and the water does not has normal flow
And take a look at the water pump as well
CaptainRich
Dec 25, 2007, 04:07 PM
I have a 2003 VW Passat 1.9 TDI (130bhp) that starts fine in the morning runs fine but when warm and left for 5-10 mins requires about 3-5 seconds of cranking over before it starts again, then it fine again.
Do you mean: 1.8L ?
That sounds more like a fuel delivery problem than coolant flow.
I recommend you take it to the dealer. The fuel system is under pressure and shouldn't be tampered with if you aren't familiar with such systems.
The problem may be a faulty fuel pressure regulator or possibly a failed deceleration shut-off valve.