You checked obvious things, like coolant level and color, as well as oil level and color?

Can you hear the fuel pump run? Could it be time for a new fuel filter?

Did you check all of your fuses (up close and personal, checking for hairline cracks)?

Caps, rotors, plugs and wires are up to par?

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09 Jetta TDI
1985 300D