1.8T misfire....was:even my mechanic is baffled

[Michael McLaughlin]

That's the one -- the little box that's seemingly made of gold and 
platinum and diamond-encrusted. Fortunately my mechanic found an 
aftermarket one for about $110 so we didn't have to get one from the 
dealer. I don't know if the connector has been tested; I'll check with 
them on Monday.

Thanks,
Mike

On Jan 15, 2005, at 6:49 AM, Wylie Bean wrote:

> if by ignition control module you are referring to the final output 
> power stage, which is a little box that's filled with gold (at least 
> it should be for what they want for one) that sits atop the airbox, 
> then that would eliminate my guess.
> It's a common problem, and has happened on my wife's 99 1.8T avant as 
> well.
>  
> if not, that's where I'd start.  Last resort is to take it to the 
> dealer and let them hook it up to the 5051 and have a looksee.
>  
> have you tested the connector between the lead from the power stage 
> to the #2 cylinder coilpack?
>  
> doing all that solved the problem on my wife's car, but of course it 
> was the most expensive part that fixed the problem.
>  
> good luck
>  
>