Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Test sequence
- Disconnect 3-pin connector -1- from Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor 2 -G163- -2-.
- Connect multimeter to measure voltage using auxiliary cables from V.A.G 1594 C to outer contacts of connector.
- Switch ignition on.
- Specification: min. 4.5 V
- Switch ignition off.
- Connect V.A.G 1598/31 test box to control module wiring harness. Engine control module remains disconnected.
- Check wiring for open circuit between test box and connector using
- Wiring diagram.
- Contact 1+socket 98
- Contact 2+socket 86
- Contact 3+socket 108
- Wire resistance: Max. 1.5
- Check wires for short to one another.
If no wiring malfunction is detected and voltage was present between contacts 1+3:
- Replace Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor 2 -G40-.
- Check DTC Memory, if necessary, repair any malfunctions and then Erase DTC Memory, see DTC MEMORY, CHECKING AND ERASING (FUNCTIONS 02 AND 05) .
- Read readiness code, see READINESS CODE, READING
. If DTC memory has been erased or engine control module was disconnected from permanent positive, readiness code must be generated again:
Engine code AWW, see READINESS CODE FOR ENGINE CODE AWW, GENERATING
Engine code AWP, see READINESS CODE FOR ENGINE CODE AWP, GENERATING
If no wiring malfunction is detected and no voltage was present between contacts 1+3:
- Replace engine control module, see ENGINE CONTROL MODULE, REPLACING .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.