Volkswagen Gol: DRL Warning Light On – Causes + Fix

Daytime running lights (or DRL) are specialized lights that come on when your Volkswagen Gol’s regular headlights are turned off. Their purpose is to make it easier for other drivers to see you, theoretically decreasing the odds of getting into an accident. If your Gol’s DRL warning light is on, the powertrain control module (commonly … Read more

Volkswagen Gol P2271: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P2271 is a generic DTC trouble code that can affect the Volkswagen Gol. It indicates that the oxygen sensor located on bank 1 in the second position is continuously sending voltage with a value that is too rich. There are oxygen sensors on both sides of the catalytic converter. The “upstream” one is used for … Read more

Volkswagen Gol P0605: Meaning, Causes, + Fix

P0605 is a relatively rare OBD-II trouble code that can occur in the Volkswagen Gol. It indicates that PCM (powertrain control module) is not passing its ROM (read-only memory) self-test when you turn the ignition on. While P0605 is a generic code (it has the same meaning for any car or truck), it is most … Read more

Volkswagen Gol P0116: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P0116 indicates that your Volkswagen Gol’s engine coolant temperature sensor is sending a signal to the PCM (powertrain control module) that is outside of its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). While P0116 is a generic OBD2 code (it has the same definition for any car or truck), it has the same basic causes … Read more

Volkswagen Gol P0117 Code: Meaning, Causes, and Diagnosis

P0117 is a generic OBD2 code.  It indicates that your Volkswagen Gol’s PCM (powertrain control module) has detected the signal coming from the engine coolant temp (ECT) sensor has a voltage level below its normal operating range. With the ECT sensor, as the voltage level drops, it will appear that your Gol is overheating. While … Read more

Volkswagen Gol P0743: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P0743 is a generic OBD2 code that can occur in the Volkswagen Gol. It indicates that your ECU/TCM has found an issue with the torque converter clutch solenoid. It is a generic code (meaning it has the same definition for all cars and trucks). Repair steps are going to vary depending on your Gol’s model … Read more

Volkswagen Gol P0776: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P0776 is a generic OBD2 code that can occur in Volkswagen Gol’s equipped with an automatic transmission. This code indicates that the pressure control solenoid “B” inside your Gol’s transmission is having a performance issue, or is stuck in the off position. P0776 Definition: Pressure Control Solenoid “B” – Performance/Stuck Here’s the definition of P0776, … Read more

Volkswagen Gol P0400: Meaning, Causes, + Diagnosis

P0400 is a standard code that indicates your Volkswagen Gol’s EGR system is not working. The good news is that this code is not a breakdown risk and should not affect how your Gol runs (assuming it’s the ONLY code). P0400 is a generic code, which means it has the same definition for the Gol … Read more

Volkswagen Gol P0677: Cylinder 7 – Glow Plug (Circuit)

P0677 is a common diagnostic trouble code found in diesel engines.  It’s a generic code, which means it has the same definition for the Volkswagen Gol as it would any other vehicle. P0677 indicates that the seventh cylinder glow plug is not heating its assigned combustion chamber. Your Gol likely has a bad glow plug … Read more