2001 Volkswagen Golf MK4 (1J) — Repair Solution

1.6L AKL 4cyl 8v SOHC MPFI Petrol · A/C Clutch Not Cutting In · HVAC Control System

Volkswagen Golf MK4 (1J) A/C Clutch Not Cutting In HVAC Control System Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Volkswagen
Model: Golf MK4 (1J)
Year: 2001
Engine: 1.6L AKL 4cyl 8v SOHC MPFI Petrol
Area: HVAC Control System
Category: A/C Clutch Not Cutting In

Customer Complaint

Air conditioning was not cold.

Problem Summary

The interior fan was working correctly and the system had good gas charge. The a/c clutch was not being energised.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeVWMK01612
Vehicle2001 Volkswagen Golf MK4 (1J)
Engine1.6L AKL 4cyl 8v SOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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