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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1998A8 SEDAN (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) POWER SUPPLY, CHECKING
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)
Engine Control Module (ECM) Power Supply, Checking
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)SECTION Engine Control Module (ECM) Power Supply, Checking
Engine Control Module (ECM) Power Supply, Checking
Test conditions
- Fuse for fuel injectors OK (E-box in plenum)
- Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) power supply relay -J271- OK.
Checking
- Connect VAG1598/19 test box to Engine Control Module (ECM) harness connector. Refer "Scan Tool Testing/Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks/VAG1598/19 Test Box, Connecting" Testing and Inspection
- Connect VAG1527B LED voltage tester between ECM/test box socket D9 (permanent B+) and, one after the other in sequence, test box sockets D11, E7, E11 and E12 (Ground connections).
LED must light up in each case.
If LED does not light:
- Check wiring and connections for open circuit and repair as necessary.
- Connect VAG1527B LED voltage tester between ECM/test box sockets E7 (Ground) and B3 (Ignition, +, terminal 15).
- Switch ignition on.
LED must light up.
- Switch ignition off.
If LED does not light:
- Check wiring and connections for open circuit and repair as necessary.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.