How do I diagnose and fix a '99 VW Passat that doesnt start?

Question

My battery died a few weeks ago and I got it replaced with a brand new one; but the car does not start now. The car turns over; meaning that the engine starts and the belts work for about 2 seconds but then dies. The radio does not seem to work. I talked to a person at Kraigen's and they said that the fuses were not blown and that it might be a starter, ignition switch or ignition coil that might have been blown. Anyhow, please help. . . I cant move the car just yet and I want to see if I can fix it b4 I go to the dealers or a mechanic. Thnx.

Answer 1

needs a starter, thats why the battery went dead