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EPC

Tiny
CESYELPESO
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  • 2003 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 122,000 MILES
The EPC lig came on in my VW beetle after getting back from a 300 mile trip. A year ago my mechanic said that the cadillac converter I going out but I dont need to change it immediatley. What do you think?
Monday, March 7th, 2011 AT 2:59 AM

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Tiny
FIXITMR
  • MECHANIC
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The EPC (Electronic Pedal Control) is the "fly by wire" system that controls the throttle, it took the place of the cable that went from the gas pedal to the throttle body on VW. If this light is on and there is also a P0102, MAF (Mass Air Flow) related code stored in the vehicle's computer, the EPC may be caused indirectly from a faulty MAF. If the EPC is on and there is no other codes stored, it could be a faulty electronic throttle body or need to be re-programmed. The vehicle's computer must recognoze the throttle body so when replacing it with new or used it will need to be programmed at the dealer.
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