RE: Fuel Level / Check Engine Light

[Marc Gallagher <mgallagher@Langan.com>]

FWIW, I have done a few 87 octane tanks followed by a few 93 octane tanks to
see what the change in gas mileage is and have never had the light come on.
However, since the sensors are reading emissions related data, it could be
possible.  And, knowing these cars, others may have different experiences.

Marc
97' Jetta GLX - Red/Black


-----Original Message-----
From: D.J. Bergesen [mailto:achtungvr6@hotmail.com]
Sent: 22 May, 2000 2:36 PM
To: jettaglx@igtc.com
Subject: RE: Fuel Level / Check Engine Light


Dudes,
Also, you might get that light if you had a significant change in quality of

gasoline used. If you switch brands or use some kind of additive that wasn't

put in this time, it can trigger the light. It is all emissions related gear

that makes the light come on. I have never had any sort of light for low 
fuel level in this car - I don't even think it even has one.
DJ
-96 GLX
----Original Message Follows----
From: Marc Gallagher <mgallagher@Langan.com>
Subject: RE: Fuel Level / Check Engine Light

I case you didn't get the standard answer by now, make sure you "click" the
gas cap when you tighten it.  If there is a "leak" in the seal, the
emissions system reads it as a problem.  This is probably what happened if
the light came on right after a fill up.

The light should reset by itself after 3 complete warm-up/cool-down cycles
without a problem.  No need to screw around with the battery.  Just be
patient.

Marc
97' Jetta GLX - Red/Black


-----Original Message-----
From: Abe [mailto:vwrock@yahoo.com]
Sent: 21 May, 2000 4:47 PM
To: jettaglx@igtc.com
Subject: Fuel Level / Check Engine Light


"Fuel Level / Check Engine Light"

Does anyone know if the check engine light kicks on if
fuel level is very low? A couple of weeks ago, I was
running pretty low on gas. I made it to the gas
station with no indication of actually running out of
gas. Soon after I filled up with gas, I noticed that
the check engine light was on. Any help would be
greatly appreciated.

Also, is there anyone in the Southern California area
who has a VAG tool and is willing to clear the error
for a fellow dubber?

TIA,

Abe Lim
'96 J3 GLX
K&N drop-in, modded airbox, NS springs/Bilstein Sports
Garrett V.11, Remus Exhaust

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