2000 Volkswagen Beetle Running Rich

2000 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
65,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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ZAPPAZON
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Our 2000 Beetle is running REALLY rich. We changed the plugs and air filter, but no change. What could be some of the causes we can pursue?
Nov 18, 2015 at 5:47 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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How do you know it's running rich?
What are the code numbers of any trouble codes stored?
Nov 18, 2015 at 9:25 PM
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ZAPPAZON
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When it is running at idle, you smell raw fuel and the exhaust is sooty.
Nov 19, 2015 at 12:43 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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OK, what are the code numbers?
Nov 19, 2015 at 12:46 AM
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