Why Is My Volkswagen Shaking And EPC Light On
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Is the EPC light of your Volkswagen on? And, you dont know what triggered it Because, if thats what you want to know this presentation is for you. Please go through it.
Why Is My Volkswagen Shaking And EPC Light On
- 1. Why Is My Volkswagen Shaking And EPC Light On?
- 2. If your Volkswagen shaking and its EPC light is glowing, don't ignore it.
- 3. Here we will discuss why ignoring the EPC light can land you in trouble.
- 4. You will also get to know the reason why this warning light may appear.
- 5. But first, lets discuss what EPC light means in a Volkswagen.
- 6. What Is EPC And What Does It Do?
- 7. EPC stands for Electronic Power Control system.
- 8. It is a very advanced computerized mechanism, that monitors and regulates:- Different aspects of engine operation (including ignition). Functioning of the traction and cruise control system.
- 9. And, if necessary, the EPC can activate the Limp Mode.
- 10. What Can Cause EPC Light To Come On?
- 12. We all know what a throttle body is.
- 13. For those who don't know, it is something that regulates airflow to the engine.
- 14. Besides, it also helps the driver to set up cruise control.
- 15. If cruise control goes bad due to a faulty throttle body, the EPC light will come on.
- 16. Faulty Engine Speed Sensor
- 17. Yes, you read that right!
- 18. ECU and EPC- Both use engine speed data to manage engine operation.
- 19. That's why a problem with this sensor can trigger the EPC light in your Volkswagen.
- 20. Problem With The MAF Sensor
- 21. As most of you probably know
- 22. MAF sensor measures the amount of air entering the engine.
- 23. MAF sensor measures the amount of air entering the engine.
- 24. So obviously.. if it goes bad, both the check engine as well as the EPC light will flash.
- 25. Problems With The Traction Control
- 26. EPC light of your Volkswagen can also come on due to any of the following reasons:- Flaws with the traction control system Problems with the cruise control system.
- 27. Sum Up
- 28. Just like a check engine light, the EPC light is a crucial warning indicator.
- 29. So, dont ignore it.