Volkswagen Gol P0108:  MAP Barometric Sensor → High Input 

  P0108 is a generic OBD-II trouble code.  It indicates your Volkswagen Gol’s MAP (manifold absolute pressure) sensor’s voltage reading is outside of the normal operating range.  The voltage is too high.  It’s most commonly caused by a bad MAP sensor, wiring issue, or vacuum leak. The MAP sensor measures the air pressure coming into … Read more

Volkswagen Gol: P0562 – System Voltage Low

P0562 is a common OBD-II trouble code.  It’s a general code, which means that it means the same thing for any vehicle, including the Volkswagen Gol.  P0562 indicates that the system voltage is below 10 volts for a solid minute.  With the engine running, the system voltage should be 14.1-14.4 volts, and it’s typically caused … Read more

Volkswagen Gol:  Signs of a Bad Water Pump

Your Volkswagen Gol’s water pump is one of the most crucial parts of the engine.  If it doesn’t pump water through the engine, it’s going to overheat and do a lot of damage.  Typical signs of a bad water pump include overheating, white smoke, a bad smell, rough idle, and more. A water pump works … Read more

Volkswagen Gol: Running Hot → Causes

If your Volkswagen Gol is running hot, it is a serious problem.  If it gets too hot, it leads to overheating.  A hot engine is usually caused by a few different things, such as the thermostat, water pump, radiator, or outside conditions.     Volkswagen Gol Running Hot Symptoms Obviously, the main symptom of running … Read more

Volkswagen Gol Rod Knocking Diagnosis

A rod knock is a very serious problem.  If your Volkswagen Gol has a knocking rod, it’s almost always going to be caused by a failure of the rod bearing or the rod caps (leading to a spun bearing) or lack of oil.   If you do have a rod knock, don’t ignore it for … Read more

Volkswagen Gol: Bad Torque Converter → Symptoms + Diagnosis

Your Volkswagen Gol’s torque converter is responsible for converting the energy generated by the engine at the flywheel and transferring it to the transmission, creating a bridge between the engine and the transmission.   In the Volkswagen Gol, a bad torque converter is often caused by bad transmission fluid, worn clutches, bad seals, or loose … Read more

Volkswagen Gol: Battery Light On – Diagnosis

If your Volkswagen Gol’s battery light is on, it means a few things.  It is trying to warn you that there is an issue with the charging system.  The charging system itself is relatively simple.  It’s almost always going to be caused by a bad battery or alternator. The battery light comes on when it … Read more

Volkswagen Gol:  Leaking Power Steering Fluid Causes

  One of the most common problems that happens with a vehicle over time is it’ll begin leaking power steering fluid.  Your Volkswagen Gol‘s power steering fluid runs through your power steering pump, and all throughout the steering system.   Without the power steering system, your Gol would be very difficult to drive.  Most of the … Read more