2006 Volkswagen Transporter T5 (7H/7J/7E/7F) — Repair Solution

2.5L BPC 5cyl 10v SOHC Turbo EFI Diesel Auto · Battery / Starter / Alternator · Electrical

Volkswagen Transporter T5 (7H/7J/7E/7F) Battery / Starter / Alternator Electrical Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Volkswagen
Model: Transporter T5 (7H/7J/7E/7F)
Year: 2006
Engine: 2.5L BPC 5cyl 10v SOHC Turbo EFI Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 164,789
Area: Electrical
Category: Battery / Starter / Alternator

Customer Complaint

The engine won't start.

Problem Summary

The vehicle tries to engage the starter when the ignition switch is in the on position for a few seconds, when the engine is running, the starter tries to engage when park or neutral are selected.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeVWT506410
Vehicle2006 Volkswagen Transporter T5 (7H/7J/7E/7F)
Engine2.5L BPC 5cyl 10v SOHC Turbo EFI Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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