2011 Volkswagen CADDY (2K) — Repair Solution

1.6L CAYD 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual · Engine Not Cranking · Engine

Volkswagen CADDY (2K) Engine Not Cranking Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Volkswagen
Model: CADDY (2K)
Year: 2011
Engine: 1.6L CAYD 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual
Kilometres: 46,000
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Not Cranking

Customer Complaint

The vehicle would not start or crank, and the glow plug warning light was flashing on the dashboard.

Problem Summary

Confirmed that the vehicle would not crank, and the glow plug warning lamp was flashing. Fault code P0686 was stored and would immediately return after clearing. Bridging the main relay (relay 100) between terminals 4 and 5 allowed the vehicle to start and run normally, but the glow plug light continued to flash, and the fault code remained active.

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Quick Facts

CodeVW2K11111
Vehicle2011 Volkswagen CADDY (2K)
Engine1.6L CAYD 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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