Passat GLX

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NOTE: Passat used a distributor type ignition system in vehicles with a production date of 1/93 or before. Engine code may be PG or AAA. Ignition coil specifications are not available from manufacturer.

Connect multimeter between terminals No. 1 and 15 of ignition coil. See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Testing Ignition Coil

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CAUTION: DO NOT handle or cause the test connections to become disconnected during the following step.

Turn ignition switch on. Voltage reading should be 2 volts minimum and then drop to zero volts after one to 2 seconds.
Turn ignition switch to start position. LED tester must flicker while cranking. If not as specified, replace ignition coil.