Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor, Checking

2008 Audi A3 Base, 2.0 E, Automatic DCTSECTION Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor, Checking

Observe all safety precautions: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 

View clean working conditions: CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS 

Use only gold-plated terminals when servicing any component with gold-plated electrical harness connector terminals.

For wiring diagrams, component locations, and connector views, Refer to the applicable wiring diagram.

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

  • multimeter
  • Wiring diagram.

Test requirements 

  • The Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) - J623- fuses OK.
    Fig 1: Fuses On E-Box In Engine Compartment, Left Side
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  • Battery voltage at least 12.5 volts.
  • All electrical consumers such as, lights and rear window defroster, switched off.
  • Vehicles with automatic transmission, shift selector lever into position "P" or "N".
  • A/C switched off.
  • Ground (GND) connections between engine/transmission/chassis OK.
  • Ignition switched off.

Test procedure 

-- Perform a preliminary check to verify the customers complaint. Refer to PRELIMINARY CHECK 

Start diagnosis 

-- Remove the engine cover with air filter. Refer to appropriate service information.

Fig 2: Removing Engine Cover
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-- Disconnect the Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor -G336- electrical harness connector -arrow-.

Fig 3: Identifying Intake Flap Motor V157/Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor G336 Electrical Harness Connector
GWWM24-0548Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- Switch the ignition on.

-- Using a multimeter, check the Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor -G336- electrical harness connector terminals 1 to 3 for voltage.

Fig 4: 3-Pin Electrical Harness Connector
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Specified value: about 5 V

-- Switch ignition off.

If the specified value was not obtained:

-- Check and/or repair wiring as required.

If the specified value was obtained:

Checking internal resistance 

-- Using a multimeter, check the Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor -G336- electrical terminals 2 to 3 for resistance.

Specified value: 7-25 Ω (at approx. 20° C)

-- Using a multimeter, check the Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor -G336- electrical terminals 1 to 3 for resistance.

Specified value: 244 [+/- 40] Ω (at approx. 20° C)

If the specified values were not obtained:

-- Replace the Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor -G336-. Refer to appropriate service information.

If the specified value was obtained:

Checking wiring 

If the manufacturers test box is being used, perform the following step.

-- Install the test box.

If the manufacturers test box is not being used, perform the following step.

-- Remove the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623-. Refer to appropriate service information.

-- Using a multimeter, check the Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor -G336- electrical harness connector terminals to the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623- electrical harness connector T60 terminals for an open circuit.

Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor -G336- electrical harness connector terminals Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623- electrical connector T60 terminals or test box socket
1 27
2 43
3 13

Specified value: 1.5 Ω Max.

If the specification was not obtained:

-- Check the wiring for a short circuit to Battery (+), or an open circuit.

-- Check the electrical harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.

-- If necessary, repair the faulty wiring connection.

If no malfunction is detected in the wiring:

-- Replace the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623-. Refer to appropriate service information.

-- Install the engine cover with air filter. Refer to appropriate service information.

Final procedures 

After the repair work, the following work steps must be performed in the following sequence:

  1. Check the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 03 - READ DTC MEMORY .
  2. If necessary, erase the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY .
  3. If the DTC memory was erased, generate readiness code. Refer to READINESS CODE .
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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.