I then tried to start the car but it would start?

2006 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT

82,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • TURBO • FWD • AUTOMATIC

RYGUY285

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So I changed a can sensor and changed the valve on the turbo after word the battery died So I charged it and took it to autozo e they tested the battery and said it was fine but I have. A draw. So I went home and did a draw test but not one fuse showed a draw I then tried to start the car but it would start then stall I checked the battery it was at 11.5 volts so I charged it and no matter what I did it wouldn't hold a charge over 11.7volts so I need to replace the battery and now Help...

Dec 4, 2015 at 8:57 PM

CARADIODOC

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If you didn't use some type of memory saver device, most likely you have some computers that are locked up. This video shows the job being done on a similar car but the process is the same.

https://youtu.be/PO2OVeLfl-o

Here is a guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

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Dec 7, 2015 at 8:23 PM

RYGUY285

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Yeah I agree it's on the way the the dealer this morning gotta get it on the road to put my trans am away... I'm pretty sure your right it's a computerproblem I reset the codes but it still won't start needs a more in-depth look.

Dec 8, 2015 at 7:00 AM