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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2001CABRIO GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSCAMSHAFT POSITION SENSORTESTING AND INSPECTION
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)
Camshaft Position Sensor: Testing and Inspection
2001 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS (1V7) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Testing and Inspection
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor, Checking
Special tools and equipment
- Test box VAG 1598/22
- Hand multimeter VAG 1526 or multimeter VAG 1715
- Adapter set VAG 1594
- Wiring diagram
Test conditions
- The battery voltage must be at least 11.5 V.
Test sequence
- Pull connector off Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor (distributor).
- Connect multimeter to measure voltage using aux. cables from VAG 1594 to outer contacts of connector.
- Switch ignition on.
Specification: min. 9 V
- Switch ignition off.
- Connect test box VAG 1598/22 to control module wiring harness.
- Check wiring between test box and connector for open circuit according to wiring diagram.
Contact 1 + socket 67
Contact 2 + socket 76
Wire resistance: Max. 1.5 Ohm
- Additionally check wires for short to one another.
Specification: Infinite Ohm
If no wiring malfunction is detected and voltage was present between contacts 1+3:
- Replace distributor with Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor, item 15.
If no wiring malfunction is detected and no voltage was present between contacts 1+3:
- Replace engine control module.
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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.