2013 Volkswagen Golf MK7 (AU) — Repair Solution

2.0L CHHB 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo Petrol Auto · In Limp Mode · Engine

Volkswagen Golf MK7 (AU) In Limp Mode Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Volkswagen
Model: Golf MK7 (AU)
Year: 2013
Engine: 2.0L CHHB 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 73,565
Area: Engine
Category: In Limp Mode

Customer Complaint

The customer reported that the vehicle intermittently entered limp home mode, but only after being started from cold, and that it drove normally again once it had been stopped and restarted.

Problem Summary

The vehicle entered limp home mode intermittently and only after a cold start. With the fault present the radiator fan ran continuously, the temperature gauge indicated 180 degrees Celsius and the EPC light was illuminated. Pulling over, switching off and restarting returned the vehicle to normal operation with no warning light displayed.

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Quick Facts

CodeVWMK13153
Vehicle2013 Volkswagen Golf MK7 (AU)
Engine2.0L CHHB 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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