2012 Volkswagen Golf MK6 (1K) — Repair Solution

1.6L CAYA 4cyl 16v DOHC CRD Diesel Manual · Loss Of Power · Engine

Volkswagen Golf MK6 (1K) Loss Of Power Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Volkswagen
Model: Golf MK6 (1K)
Year: 2012
Engine: 1.6L CAYA 4cyl 16v DOHC CRD Diesel Manual
Kilometres: 112,254
Area: Engine
Category: Loss Of Power

Customer Complaint

The engine speed will not go beyond 2400 RPM.

Problem Summary

The vehicle has had a replacement engine installed, and since then, the engine has no power and will not rev past 2400 RPM.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeVWMK12128
Vehicle2012 Volkswagen Golf MK6 (1K)
Engine1.6L CAYA 4cyl 16v DOHC CRD Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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