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Old 09-13-2011, 02:33 PM
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Default What causes VW New Beetles to go into limp mode?

What causes the VW new beetles cars to go into limp mode. Is it a set number of codes or a major malfunction in the engine system? thanks
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Old 09-13-2011, 11:49 PM
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Many reasons for your Dub to go into Limp Mode,My 2001 Turbo is in limp mode because of a bad shift soleniod,But if you have a CEL on best go have it scanned
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a bad brake switch can cause this.
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