secretsquirrel55
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- Sep 6, 2002
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- Fort Irwin, CA
I have a 1983 Volkswagon Quantum Turbo Diesel Stationwagon. I recently started having trouble getting it to start. When I turn the key, the engine sputters a couple of times, then just rolls over with no fire. After cranking for about 30-45 seconds it starts sputtering again and finally starts. Once the engine has started, there in no futher problem. If I shut it off for only a few minutes, it will start right back up. If I shut if off for 30 minutes or more, it doesn't want to start again as stated above. I talked to a mechanic about it, he seems to think it is a failed fuel line check valve allowing the fuel in the fuel line to loose pressure and bleed back into the fuel tank. When the key is first turned on, the fuel in the ignition chamber causes the engine to sputter until it is burned up. Then, the engine just cranks until the fuel line pressure is built back up allowing the engine to start. Does this sound correct? If so, where is this check valve, and how do I replace it? I welcome your comments. I also welcome any tips on fixing this problem.
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secretsquirrel55
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secretsquirrel55