I have a 2003 TDI Beetle, 83k miles. For about the last six months I get a brief alarm (blinking temp lamp and beeps) indicating the coolant is low about 60 sec after the engine is started, then not again till the next start, and not every start. That is, until about a month ago, when the alarm started happening randomly, and getting more often. It always clears itself after a short time.
The coolant isn't low, and never has been, hot or cold. It's the genuine VW stuff, and nothing else has ever been in the engine. No leaks, and no coolant in the wiring. The engine isn't over heating. No mods or major work done, just routine stuff like oil, brakes, and bulbs.
I work with two other VW owners that have the same problem (both gas Jettas >200K miles), yet I can't find any reference to the problem. Anybody have any words of wisdom? Thanks!
The coolant isn't low, and never has been, hot or cold. It's the genuine VW stuff, and nothing else has ever been in the engine. No leaks, and no coolant in the wiring. The engine isn't over heating. No mods or major work done, just routine stuff like oil, brakes, and bulbs.
I work with two other VW owners that have the same problem (both gas Jettas >200K miles), yet I can't find any reference to the problem. Anybody have any words of wisdom? Thanks!