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Engine - Will Not Start/Excessive Cranking During PdI


9220audi02

28-89-TO3
Oct 89

Engine - Will Not Start/Excessive Cranking Time
During Pre-Delivery Service

80/90
100/200
M.Y. 1989


Cause:
Spark plug fouling due to numerous starts during assembly and transportation before delivery to customer.

Production:
Change factory added fuel additive from "G-15" additive to Kerokorr which has anti-corrosion and anti-oxidation characteristics.

100/200 As of: June 1989

VIN: 44_KNO96923

80/90 As of: June 1989

VIN: 89_KA294142


Service:
Replace fouled spark plugs as necessary. Return all spark plugs replaced after above VINs to Corporate Service Center, Madison Heights, for evaluation, along with proper warranty parts tag.

Canadian dealers return fouled spark plugs to VW-Canada, Toronto, Attention: Service Department.