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Shut off while driving and will not start

Tiny
DAVID GASPER
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  • 2001 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 125,000 MILES
The starter spins but does not turn motor. Checked codes showed crank shaft position sensor two knock sensors and misfire on cylinders 1, 3 and 4. Replaced crankshaft position sensor still no change.
Friday, August 24th, 2018 AT 3:26 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Can I ask if you can see the engine cranking over or is the starter spinning and the engine just sits there? Please let me know.
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Saturday, August 25th, 2018 AT 2:20 PM
Tiny
DAVID GASPER
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Yes, the motor turns and has a backfire every once in a while.
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Sunday, August 26th, 2018 AT 12:22 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Okay, lets start by doing a compression test to help us see if you have a mechanical problem or not, or you can make a quick video of the engine cranking over which I can tell from that you can upload it in your response. Here is a guide to help with the compression test:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-engine-compression

This link can help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Please run down these guides and report back.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, August 27th, 2018 AT 9:53 AM
Tiny
DAVID GASPER
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Thank you. I will check on all that this evening and get back to you.
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Monday, August 27th, 2018 AT 9:55 AM

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