How can fix my VW T4 caravelle?

Hi, I had the same problem with my 96' T4 Transporter (350.000Km's) after months of frustration I located the the offending part, the igniton switch. It is removable, held in position with a small screw under the steering column, inside the switch well. As the screw is impossible to refit, I secured the repaired switch with a cable tie. No more starting problems for the last 3 years. A friend has the same car, had a similar problem caused by a cracked solder joints on the ECU (Computer), this was an easy fix by a radio technician.

Henry Banninger
October 2007

You need to get someone with VAG-COM to download the fault codes, via your OBD socket, that have been logged. Have a look at some of the VW forums and register yourself and then I'm pretty sure someone who lives near to you will come along and do it for you. The codes will give you an idea where to start. Have a look on E-Bay for a VAG-COM lead and Rosstech for the software if you have a laptop, you could do it yourself then. Good luck.

Chris
September 2007