TimonTimon
Troubleshooting overheating problems and engine indicator light on Golf VW 2017
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Summary of the thread
A 2017 Golf VW with a gasoline engine is experiencing overheating and a check engine light issue. The suspected cause is a faulty coolant thermostat, a common problem shared by others with similar vehicles. Solutions include replacing the thermostat, which has resolved the issue for others, typically costing around 350 euros and taking a couple of hours for the repair. It is recommended to have the vehicle checked by a garage to confirm the diagnosis and ensure proper resolution.
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TimonTimon (community.author)
Hey, thanks for the answer! My Golf has a gasoline engine and by now I've driven about 189123 km with it. Interesting to hear that you had the same problem. Defective map thermostat sounds fancy indeed, but if that's the cause of all the symptoms then it's probably worth the money to get it fixed. How long did the repair take you?
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RobBeck92
Hey, on my Golf 2016, also with a gasoline engine, it was actually exactly the same problem as yours. Overheating and the engine indicator light on, not a nice feeling if you ask me. Of course, I went straight to the garage and the coolant thermostat was replaced. At the time, it had about as many kilometers on it as yours does now. The repair didn't take very long for me, the guys in the workshop were really quick. I think it took about two hours and then I was able to pick up my car again. But it could also be that they need a bit more time in your case, depending on how busy the garage is at the moment. However, the 350 euros I had to pay were definitely worth it, as everything was back to normal afterwards. Better safe than sorry, right? So I would definitely recommend having it checked. Maybe it really is the coolant thermostat. Hope that helps you!
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DeeKay
Hey I had the same problem with my Caddy with just under 170tkm and it was the sensor and the thermostat that were faulty. It cost me just under €400 at the time and it's been quiet ever since. I hope I was able to help you. Greetings Daniel
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FriedmannRacer
Hey, I had exactly the same problem with my 2015 Golf VW! I don't have much experience yet, but get this. I took my car to the garage because the check engine light was on and the car seemed to be overheating. The problem was a fault with the map thermostat - sounds fancy, I know. Anyway, the guys at the garage replaced it for me. It cost me 350 euros, but then everything was fine again. From the sound of it, it could be the same problem with your car. But of course you can't say for sure without more information. What kind of engine do you have? And how many kilometers has your Golf done? Maybe then I could help you more precisely.
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