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  • This is a throttle dashpot used on VW cars with the early OBD1 style diagnostics system prior to 1996. This keeps the throttle from slamming shut and lets the engine come back to a normal idle speed without stalling. Yours may or may not be an original part since VW used different suppliers for this part. The VW part number is different but the part is interchangeable.

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This is a throttle dashpot used on VW cars with the early OBD1 style diagnostics system prior to 1996. This keeps the throttle from slamming shut and lets the engine come back to a normal idle speed without stalling. Yours may or may not be an original part since VW used different suppliers for this part. The VW part number is different but the part is interchangeable.

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Posted By: HelpIdentify
Listed: June 29, 2019 Ends: September 27, 2019

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What is this and what vehicle does it fit? Where can I find it online?

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Size: as pictured

Markings: Piersburg Germany 1.21217.05 9346


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This is a throttle dashpot used on VW cars with the early OBD1 style diagnostics system prior to 1996. This keeps the throttle from slamming shut and lets the engine come back to a normal idle speed without stalling. Yours may or may not be an original part since VW used different suppliers for this part. The VW part number is different but the part is interchangeable.

References:

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-volkswagen-audi-parts/dashpot/034133283/

By: oldpartsage52

Submitted on: 07/01/2019 at 12:17AM
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Dashpot For VW/Audi throttle body Controls the return of the throttle lever to the closed position for emissions purposes.

References:

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-volkswagen-audi-parts/dashpot/034133283/

By: Jeffray79

Submitted on: 07/01/2019 at 12:07PM
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Another opinion was accepted instead.