Check wires to control module

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Check wires to control module
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Fig 1: 7-Pin Connector & Terminals
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  • Check for open circuits in wires between test box and connector according to wiring diagram.

Terminal 2 + socket 47

Terminal 3 + socket 1

Terminal 5 + socket 46

Terminal 6 + socket 48

Terminal 7 + socket 31

Wire resistance: max. 1.5 Ξ©

  • Check wires for short circuit to each other, to vehicle Ground (GND) and to B+.

Specified value: ∞ Ω

If no malfunctions are found in wires:

RENDER: 1.0x

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