Fuel Pressure Sensor, Checking

2012 Volkswagen Golf TDI, 2D Hatchback, Automatic DCT TransSECTION Fuel Pressure Sensor, Checking

Observe all safety precautions: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 

View clean working conditions: CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS 

Prior to repair work, perform a preliminary check to verify the condition. Refer to PRELIMINARY CHECK .

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

See Appropriate Wiring Diagram Information for component locations and connector views.

Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required 

  • Multimeter.
  • Wiring diagram.

Test Requirements 

  • The Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) - J623- fuses OK.
  • The fuel filter OK.
  • The battery voltage at least 12.5 V.
  • All electrical consumers switched off (radiator fan must NOT run during test).
  • A/C switched off.
  • The fuel tank at least 1 /4 filled.
  • The ignition switched Off.

Test Procedure 

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

Start Diagnosis 

-- Remove the engine cover.

Checking Voltage 

-- Disconnect the Fuel Pressure Sensor -G247- electrical harness connector.

-- Switch the ignition On.

-- Using a multimeter, check the Fuel Pressure Sensor -G247- view electrical harness connector terminals for voltage.

Fuel Pressure Sensor -G247- electrical harness connector terminals Specified value
1 to Battery Positive Battery Voltage
2 to Ground 4.6 - 5 Volts
3 to Ground 5 Volts

-- Switch the ignition Off.

If The Specified Value Was Obtained: 

-- Replace the Fuel Pressure Sensor -G247- : Refer to the Repair information.

If the specified value was Not obtained:

Checking Wiring 

-- Remove the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623-.

-- Using a multimeter, check the Fuel Pressure Sensor -G247- electrical harness connector terminals to the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623- electrical harness connector T60 terminals for an open circuit. Refer to Appropriate Wiring Diagrams for Pin locations.

Fuel Pressure Sensor -G247- electrical harness connector terminals Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623- electrical connector T60 terminals
1 53
2 40
3 25

Specified Value: 1.5 Ω Max. 

If The Specified Value Was Not Obtained: 

-- Check the wiring for an open, high resistance or short to ground.

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

-- If necessary, repair the faulty wiring connection.

If The Specified Value Was Obtained: 

-- Replace the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623-.

-- Install the engine cover.

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.