Found Why My Mk1 VW Cabriolet Wouldn't Idle Correctly

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My 1988 VW Cabriolet is not idling properly. As I systematically troubleshoot the vehicle I found a loose ground (or earth) connection. While troubleshooting a Bosch CIS fuel-injected vehicle, it is critical to first address any vacuum leaks or loose grounds!

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  • @nassimkoubeissi5814
    @nassimkoubeissi5814 Жыл бұрын

    this called the fifth injector it sprays fuel directly in the manifold (bypassing the fuel head regulator ) so the engine starts correctly and smoothly it's controlled by a thermo switch located on the water coolant flange that goes from engine to the radiator (upper thick hose ) it only works for 1second then off depending on coolant temp . been long time since I used the kjetronic fuel system and it's amazing performance ,engine noises where awsome in addition to unsuspected faults making every gti owner scratch Thier heads trying to solve those faults . 👋👋

  • @DB19736
    @DB197362 жыл бұрын

    Well I guess if you would’ve found that first we wouldn’t have had all these helpful videos! Lol.!Nice job finding the problem👍

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    2 жыл бұрын

    I would have done them anyway. I'm systematically going through everything on the cabriolet.

  • @DB19736

    @DB19736

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ShinyFastLoud Your videos have been very helpful for me. I have been chasing a rough cold idle for some time and I think I finally got it. But man if they could all be fixed as easy as a bad ground we would all be in business.No computers to tell us whats ailing our mk1s just good ol fashioned process of elimination👍

  • @gerardorodriguez2282
    @gerardorodriguez2282 Жыл бұрын

    Mine has the same problemis a 90 model,but has a relenti valve I think in the place of these 2 , after checking the relenti valve cable has no signals i checked the cable to computer and is alright! Any ideas?

  • @urqua495
    @urqua495 Жыл бұрын

    Also, very nice retrofit oil cap ))

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you like it!

  • @thomassiever8342
    @thomassiever83422 жыл бұрын

    After looking at mine again I am pretty sure the white solenoid boosts the idle when the AC is on and the black one is for normal idle boost when RPM drops below 750. I was wrong in my earlier comment. I retested mine and the black valve is dead, the white works if I connect a 9v battery to it... but the AC doesn't.

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    2 жыл бұрын

    thank you for the update

  • @thomassiever8342
    @thomassiever83422 жыл бұрын

    I have a similar cold idle issue and after taking apart those idle boost valves and testing with a 9v battery I found the white solenoid was dead, but the black one works. Those are not easy to find, not for cheap anyway.

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    2 жыл бұрын

    I lucked out and found a NOS set of valves.

  • @jhartwells2970

    @jhartwells2970

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ShinyFastLoud i am on the hunt for those now :(

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jhartwells2970 good luck

  • @rdperformance8697
    @rdperformance86972 жыл бұрын

    I have a problem with high idle RPM s I can't adjust leas than 1300 RPMs. adjusting the throttle screw, what do you recommed me to do? Regards (same engine), Regards

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    2 жыл бұрын

    Check everything else, start with eliminating vaccum leaks, then set timing and air fuel mixture.

  • @mastermoi
    @mastermoi5 ай бұрын

    Could you tell me where the other wire is going to? The green one... its broken on mine and can't for the life of me find where it goes... back in the days i deleted the a/c so i tought it was related when i saw it hanging the other day...

  • @aidantaylor117
    @aidantaylor1172 жыл бұрын

    mine runs and starts but it struggles. and if i give it a little gas but suddenly stop like at a red light about to turn right or stop sign being behind people the car turns off

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    2 жыл бұрын

    I have a couple other videos on how to set the Air/Fuel Mixture and to test the fuel pressure.

  • @A61CORDE
    @A61CORDE2 жыл бұрын

    Excúseme for asking this within this video, since trying to fix the idle. But I found that my car is leaking gas under the car closed to the gas pump and I found this set screw that for a long time has been there now is loose And I just want an advice . I should buy a new filter , but why there is a set screw in there or purpose. ?how can I sent you a picture for your advise.

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    2 жыл бұрын

    email the pics to me at joe@shinyfastandloud.com

  • @TheEntertainmentInc

    @TheEntertainmentInc

    2 ай бұрын

    Me too!

  • @urqua495
    @urqua495 Жыл бұрын

    Headlights are great and gloss ))

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    Жыл бұрын

    I think so too!

  • @bultacotrial290

    @bultacotrial290

    3 ай бұрын

    Hello! Thank you for the video. Where did you bought the 4 headlights. They look modern and cool. Thanks

  • @urqua495
    @urqua495 Жыл бұрын

    And i suggest to use brake cleaner for the testing vacuum leaks. Not carb cleaner.

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    Жыл бұрын

    Brake cleaner works but can cause other problems since it typically isn't safe with neoprene, vinyl, rubber, seals, and gaskets.

  • @simonkashindi9798
    @simonkashindi9798 Жыл бұрын

    Is that a carburetor or fuel injection jive?

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    11 ай бұрын

    it is fuel injected.

  • @dougbaker9894
    @dougbaker98942 жыл бұрын

    I have a original 86 should I rebuild or go new

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    2 жыл бұрын

    Rebuild what specifically?

  • @dougbaker9894

    @dougbaker9894

    2 жыл бұрын

    Full motor rebuilt

  • @dougbaker9894

    @dougbaker9894

    2 жыл бұрын

    All OG 86 cabriolet

  • @elinzmeyer3550
    @elinzmeyer3550 Жыл бұрын

    Candy apple red valve cover. I assume you are backing out of your parent's garage. Good video.

  • @ShinyFastLoud

    @ShinyFastLoud

    Жыл бұрын

    Nope, my house.

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