Has codes p0122 p0222 p0638 p1296
SOURCE: what does a P1296 trouble code on a 2001 VW jetta
P1296 is a cooling system malfunction. The two things that will set this DTC is a defective Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor or the thermostat.
SOURCE: vw golf 1.4 2002.diagnostic fault codes;4076 temp
The parts aren't really that expensive, it's the labor these places charge an hour. Call around and see who can do it the cheapest, unless you want to do it your self.
SOURCE: vw jetta 2002 code p1296/po118
Both of these codes indicate trouble with the signal from the coolant temperature sensor.
So either the sensor is bad. The thermostat is not working properly and the coolant temperature is truly way out. The wiring to the sensor is short or open. The computer is bad and it is manifesting itself through this fault.
Does the car warm up properly? If it runs hot, or takes forever to warm up, this indicates a problem with the thermostat.
If the car runs at the proper temperature the next thing to look at is the coolant temp sensor and wiring. Some resistance values for VWs are here:
http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=4267675
You might also be interested in this recall if your car is below 100k miles:
http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3694323
SOURCE: vw golf .... alpha...... safe 2
"2 safe" means that your radio was in safe mode, and then the code was improperly entered 2 times. you either need to disconnect your battery and leave it for up to 4 hours (i've been told), or leave your key in the ignition for around an hour.
once it comes out of "2 safe" mode, then it will just say SAFE and give you the numbers 1-0-0-0. You just need to enter the 4 digit code (using your pre-set numbers 1-2-3-4 to change the numbers), then hold the seek > button and your radio should come on.
If you don't have the code, call VW. they'll find your code for free. they did for me. if not they'll charge like $50 or something.
SOURCE: I have a trouble code P1296 & P0302 on my
17704/P1296/004758
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17704/P1296/004758 - Error in Mapped Cooling System
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16686/P0302/000770
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16686/P0302/000770 - Cylinder 2 Misfire Detected
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