mk4 golf ....whats this ?

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Thu 5 Oct 2006 11:10
mk4 golf ....whats this ? - steveo3002
mk4 golf 1600 53 plate, when i blip the key fob and open the door i hear a electric motor run for a few seconds ....sounds like its coming from low down in the engine bay infront of the pedals

any ideas what it is....i assume its perfectly normal , just like to know what things are
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Thu 5 Oct 2006 12:50
mk4 golf ....whats this ? - shoei
Hmmm, mine does this to now you mention it.
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Thu 5 Oct 2006 12:57
mk4 golf ....whats this ? - daveyjp
Possibly a fuel pump primer - the smart had a similar sound when you turned the key.
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Thu 5 Oct 2006 13:38
mk4 golf ....whats this ? - jc2
Most fuel injected cars prime the fuel system before starting the engine but only after you turn the ignition on.
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Thu 5 Oct 2006 14:58
mk4 golf ....whats this ? - Dynamic Dave
I think people are right about it being to prime the fuel pump. At least one breakdown company now are warning people not to even unlock their doors if they discover they have put the wrong fuel in when re-fueling for this very reason.
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