I have read some other discussions on the EPC light but did not find an answer to my particular situation. So here goes:

Recently my starter stopped staying engaged as it used to do (until the engine fired up). Also, the cruise control stopped working. I replaced both clutch switches and the cruise control began working as before. However, the starter did not stay engaged as it had - further - the EPC light came on and stayed on. It runs reasonably well with slight hesitation at times but no limp mode. I have twice removed the intake manifold and cleaned the intake ports so all is well there. Virtually no stuttering as it does when it needs its intake ports cleaned. I have 110,000 miles and all is well, EPC light not withstanding. No VAG codes are indicating a problem.

Any suggestions?

Thank you.