Mechanic Question: 96 VW Golf NO SPARK!

Mechanic Question: 96 VW Golf NO SPARK!
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not necessarily. I am not the best at this but I remember that the coil pack has 12v in and two wires that go to the crank sensor. the sensor usually has a ground that goes back to the coil base or its ground to ensure they are connected together. the only time anything should have power is when the ign key is in run/start. Do you have a wiring diagram for that car? It’s a pretty simple system- take you time and make sure everything is correct and make sure you look in the plugs and check those connections too- things come loose. .
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