2020 Volkswagen Golf Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intake Manifold Sensor - GX9-, CHECKING

General Description 

The air mass and charge pressure are two factors used for engine load management. For this purpose, there are several sensors with absolutely identical functions. They measure the intake air temperature and the intake manifold pressure. The first sender unit is located upstream of the Throttle Valve Control Module -J338/GX3- in the Intake Manifold Sensor -GX9-. They measure the pressure and temperature of the air in each individual cylinder bank. The values measured here correspond to the actual air mass in the cylinder bank(s).

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

  • Multimeter.
  • Wiring Diagram.
  • Scan Tool.

Test requirements 

  • Fuses OK.
  • Battery voltage OK.
  • Switch OFF all electrical and electronic accessories.
  • Vehicles with automatic transmission, ensure the selector lever position is in "P".
  • Vehicles with manual transmission, ensure the shifter lever position is in "N" with the parking brake applied.
  • Observe all safety precautions: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
  • View clean working conditions: CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS .

Test Procedure 

Step Procedure Result / Action to Take
1
  • PERFORM: Preliminary Check to verify the customers complaint. Refer to PRELIMINARY CHECK .
-- Was Complaint verified?
-- YES:
  • GO TO: Step 2.
-- NO:
  • GATHER more information from customer about the complaint.
2 
  • IGNITION: OFF.
  • DISCONNECT: Intake Manifold Sensor -GX9- harness connector.
  • IGNITION: ON.
  • CHECK: Intake Manifold Sensor -GX9- harness connector terminals 1 to 3 for voltage.
  • IGNITION: OFF.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: About 5.0 V.
-- Was Value obtained?
-- YES:
  • GO TO: Step 3.
-- NO:
  • GO TO: Step 4.
3 
  • REMOVE: Engine/Motor Control Module - J623-. Refer to appropriate Service Information.
  • CHECK: Intake Manifold Sensor -GX9- harness connector terminal 2 to the Engine/Motor Control Module - J623- harness connector T60a / 23 for resistance.
  • CHECK: Intake Manifold Sensor -GX9- harness connector terminal 4 to the Engine/Motor Control Module - J623- harness connector T60a / 44 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 0.5 Ω (± 0.3 Ω)
-- Were Values obtained?
-- YES:
  • REPLACE: Intake Manifold Sensor -GX9-. Refer to appropriate Service Information.
  • GO TO: Step 5.
-- NO:
  • PERFORM: Visual Inspection of wiring and component.
  • CHECK: Wiring for open, high resistance, short or harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
  • REPAIR: Faulty wiring or connector.
  • GO TO: Step 5.
4 
  • REMOVE: Engine/Motor Control Module - J623-. Refer to appropriate Service Information.
  • CHECK: Intake Manifold Sensor -GX9- harness connector terminal 1 to the Engine/Motor Control Module - J623- harness connector T60a / 60 for resistance.
  • CHECK: Intake Manifold Sensor -GX9- harness connector terminal 3 to the Engine/Motor Control Module - J623- harness connector T60a / 45 for resistance.
  • SPECIFIED VALUE: 0.5 Ω (± 0.3 Ω).
-- Were Values obtained?
-- YES:
  • GO TO: Step 5.
-- NO:
  • PERFORM: Visual Inspection of wiring and component.
  • CHECK: Wiring for open, high resistance, short or harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.
  • REPAIR: Faulty wiring or connector.
  • GO TO: Step 5.
5 
  • Final Procedure 
  • Perform a road test to verify repair.
-- Does the original DTC return?
-- YES:
  • CHECK: Engine/Motor Control Module -J623- harness connector for any damaged, pushed-out pins.
  • REPAIR: As necessary.
  • If all electrical connections are OK:
  • REPLACE: Engine/Motor Control Module -J623-. Refer to appropriate Service Information.
  • Clear the DTC's. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY .
  • Repair is complete. Generate Readiness Code. Refer to READINESS CODE .
  • Return vehicle to Customer.
-- NO:
  • Perform the diagnostic procedure for any DTC's.
  • If no DTC's return, the repair is complete.
  • Return vehicle to customer.
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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.

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