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1996 Volkswagen Passat GLS, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - Sensor Operating Range Charts: Introduction
Sensor operating range information can help determine if a sensor is out of calibration. An out-of-calibration sensor may not set a diagnostic trouble code, but it may cause driveability problems.
NOTE:
Unless stated otherwise in test procedure, perform all resistance and voltage tests using a Digital Volt-Ohmmeter (DVOM) with a minimum 10-megohm input impedance.
CLOSED THROTTLE POSITION (CTP) SWITCH RESISTANCE
| Terminals No. | Ohms Closed Throttle | Ohms Slightly Open Throttle |
|---|---|---|
| 4 & 6 | 0 | Infinite (Open) |
CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR RESISTANCE
| Terminals No. | Ohms |
|---|---|
| 1 & 2 | Approx. 1000 |
| 1 & 3 | Infinite (Open) |
| 2 & 3 | Infinite (Open) |
EGR TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE TEST
| Temperature °F (°C) | Ohms |
|---|---|
| 122 (50) | 500,000-600,000 |
| 257 (125) | 35,000-40,000 |
| 392 (200) | 4500-6500 |
ECT SENSOR RESISTANCE
| Temperature °F (°C) | Ohms |
|---|---|
| 86 (30) | 1500-2000 |
| 104 (40) | 1000-1500 |
| 122 (50) | 800-1000 |
| 140 (60) | 500-700 |
| 158 (70) | 375-500 |
| 176 (80) | 275-375 |
| 194 (90) | 225-275 |
ENGINE SPEED (RPM) SENSOR RESISTANCE
| Terminals No. | Ohms |
|---|---|
| 1 & 2 | Approx. 1 |
| 1 & 3 | Infinite (Open) |
| 2 & 3 | Infinite (Open) |
HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S) VOLTAGE
| Condition | (1) Volts | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Lean | Approx. 0.2 | ||
| Rich | Approx. 0.7 | ||
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INTAKE AIR (IAT) SENSOR RESISTANCE
| Temperature °F (°C) | Ohms |
|---|---|
| 86 (30) | 1500-2000 |
| 104 (40) | 1000-1500 |
| 122 (50) | 800-1000 |
| 140 (60) | 500-700 |
| 158 (70) | 375-500 |
| 176 (80) | 275-375 |
| 194 (90) | 225-275 |
MASS AIRFLOW (MAF) SENSOR TEST
| Condition | (1) Volts | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key On Engine Off | About 0.3-1.1 | ||||
| Engine Running | (2) 1.5 Minimum-3.4 Maximum | ||||
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THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR RESISTANCE
| Terminals No. | Ohms At Idle | Ohms Wide Open Throttle | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 & 2 | 1500-2600 | N/A | ||
| 2 & 3 | 750-1300 | (1) 3600 Maximum | ||
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Factory Service Tools
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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.