A3 Quattro V6-3.2L (BUB) (2008)
Coolant Temperature Sensor/Switch (For Computer): Testing and Inspection
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor on Radiator, Checking
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor On Radiator, Checking
CAUTION: Cooling system is under pressure. Danger of scalding when opening.
NOTE: Use only gold-plated terminals when servicing terminals in the electrical harness connector of Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor (on
Radiator) G83.
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
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Multimeter.
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Wiring diagram.
Test requirements
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The Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) J220 fuses OK.
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Battery voltage at least 12.5 volts.
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All electrical consumers such as, lights and rear window defroster, switched off.
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Vehicles with automatic transmission, shift selector lever into position "P" or "N".
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A/C switched off.
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Ground (GND) connections between engine/transmission/chassis OK.
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Ignition switched off.
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Engine cold.
Test procedure
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Perform a preliminary check to verify the customers complaint. See: Testing and Inspection/Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview/General
Diagnosis
Start diagnosis
Checking internal resistance
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Disconnect the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor (on Radiator) G83 electrical harness connector - 1 -.