Hi all,
After bragging that my 1997 MK5 smiley started first time every time it decided to stop supplying power to the starter motor!
At first it was every now and again, then it was more of a surprise when it did start. After running it, and without touching anything at all, it then would not start again.
So, turning the key lights up the dash but nothing after on the final position, no clicking of relays or anything.
I searched through this forum and so far have checked the following.
1. Swapped the keys for another red topped one.
2. Starter Motor turns over when 12v supplied direct
3. All fuses and wires in both the engine bay and under the steering wheel thoroughly checked with volts both sides of the fuses.
4. An earth put on the yellow Starter motor inhibitor relay behind the glove box, now activates the relay and starter turns but engine just turns over.
5. I suspected the PATS module but it starts very occasionally so can't be that????
Now run out of ideas!!
Ladies and Gentlemen ...any help would be appreciated
Cheers
Don