Mk5 2.0 TDI not starting - Oil pressure warning lamp - what to do?

[RigoX]

Hi everyone,

I tried searching for my problem in the forum but couldn't find a solution.

All was going rather well until this morning. Car didn't start (even after several attempts).
After ten seconds of turning the ignition the 'oil pressure' warning light comes on and followed by a 'Stop!' sign on the centre display.

I checked the oil level which seems fine. Would anyone know what the problem is?

Any help with this is much appreciated.

Cheers!

[Transporter]

Fully charge the battery if you didn't use the car for while. If you know that the battery is 100% OK, you need someone with VCDS to scan it for you, that's the first step in diagnosing it. But try starting it again maybe the fuel drooped down.

[RigoX]

Thanks for the quick reply Transporter.

Battery seems fine... lights, radio etc. still work well. Car is frequently used and worked fine yesterday.
With a previous car I once experienced how a weak battery impacts ignition - it used to get weaker and weaker (including lights). But this doesn't seem to be the case here.

Anything else I could check? Or anyone in Sydney that has a VCDS? Would be happy to pay for the inconvenience and brekkie/lunch. Would very much appreciate if someone could help me out here.

Cheers

[Transporter]

Try this thread to see if some one is close to you.
http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/f20/...elp-27504.html

[Golf]

You'll probably need VAG-COM to figure out why it doesn't start (if it isn't the battery or empty fuel tank). I'm guessing that it says "STOP" after ten seconds of the engine turning over to stop you from frying your starter motor.

[RigoX]

Indeed - the "STOP" message comes up after a couple of seconds trying to start the engine. I also read somewhere that it could be an empty fuel tank - but my gauge shows "half full".

Thanks for your reply!

[RigoX]

Thanks Transporter! Found someone and got in touch, I'm hoping the one in my area is able to help me out.