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Fault table: SAE P0 and P2 codes > < Interrogating and erasing fault memory
Motronic injection and ignition system (2.0 ltr. engine)
Fault table: V.A.G codes and SAE P0 codes
Fault table: V.A.G codes and SAE P0 codes

Notes:

  • ◆ The fault code overview is listed according to SAE or V.A.G code.
  • ◆ Explanation of the fault types (e.g. "open circuit/short circuit to earth"):

=> Fault reader operating instructions

  • ◆ If components are indicated as faulty:
    First check the wiring and connectors to these components as well as the system earth connections according to current flow diagram. This is particularly relevant if faults are output as "occurring sporadically" (SP).
  • ◆ Erase fault memory after rectifying fault .

V.A.G 1551 print out, e.g.:

16497 P0113 035

Intake air temperature sender -G42

Signal too large

Sporadic fault

Explanation:

  • ◆ 16497 = Fault code
  • ◆ P0113 = Additional fault code (only for USA at present and disregard)
  • ◆ 035 = Fault type as a number
  • ◆ Intake air temperature sender -G42 = Faulty current path or incorrect location
  • ◆ Signal too large = Fault type as text
  • ◆ Sporadic faults = Faults that are not always present e.g. loose contact

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

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00282

Throttle valve positioner -V60

- Check cruise control system

- Evaluate measured value block 66

- Check air mass meter

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00524

Knock sensor 1 -G61

- Check knock sensor and knock control => Page 28-15

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00540

Knock sensor 2 -G66

- Check knock sensor and knock control => Page 28-15

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00543

Maximum revs exceeded

- Check engine for mechanical damage and erase fault memory => Page 01-14

- Check engine speed sender
=> Page 24-62

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

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00577

Knock control No. 1 Cyl. control limit exceeded

- Check knock sensor and knock control => Page 28-15

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00578

Knock control No. 2 Cyl. control limit exceeded

- Eliminate unusual engine noises (ancillaries loose, brackets/bolts broken)

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00579

Knock control No. 3 Cyl. control limit exceeded

- Check connectors and wiring using current flow diagram

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00580

Knock control No. 4 Cyl. control limit exceeded

- Loosen knock sensor and retighten to 20 Nm

- Change type of fuel

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

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00668

Vehicle electrical voltage terminal 30 signal too high

- Check alternator:
=> Current flow diagrams, Electrical fault finding and Fitting locations

Vehicle electrical voltage terminal 30 signal too low

- Check battery

Vehicle electrical voltage terminal 30 open circuit

- Check connectors and wiring using current flow diagram

Vehicle electrical voltage terminal 30 implausible signal

- Check voltage supply of engine control unit
=> Page 24-112

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00671

Cruise control system switch -E45 implausible signal

- Check cruise control system:

- Evaluate measured value block 66

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

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01165

Throttle valve control part -J338

- Adapt engine control unit to throttle valve control part => Page 24-119 .

- Check throttle valve control part => Page 24-31

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01177

Engine control unit

- Replace engine control unit (J220) => Page 24-114

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013141)

Engine control unit

- Replace engine control unit (J220) => Page 24-114

1)     Components or functions for cruise control system in engine control unit defective.

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

P0102

16486

Air mass meter -G70 signal too low

- Check air mass meter
=> Page 24-26

P0103

16487

Air mass meter -G70 signal too high

- Check intake system for leaks (unmetered air) => Page 24-78
Check fuse 43

P0112

16496

Intake air temperature sender -G42 signaltoo low

- Check intake air temperature sender => Page 24-55

P0113

16497

Intake air temperature sender -G42 signaltoo high

P0116

16500

Coolant temperature sender -G62 implausible signal

- Check coolant temperature sender => Page 24-47

P0117

16501

Coolant temperature sender -G62 signal too low

- Check thermostat:

P0118

16502

Coolant temperature sender -G62 signal too high

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

P0120

16504

Throttle valve potentiometer -G69 electrical fault in current circuit

- Check throttle valve control part => Page 24-31

P0121

16505

Throttle valve potentiometer -G69 implausible signal

P0122

16506

Throttle valve potentiometer -G69 signal too low

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

P0131

16515

Bank 1 probe 1 voltage too low

- Check Lambda probe and Lambda control before catalyst
=> Page 24-88

P0132

16516

Bank 1 probe 1 voltage too high

- Check Lambda probe ageing Bank 1, Lambda probe 1
=> Page 24-102

P0133

16517

Bank 1 probe 1 signal too slow

- Check Lambda probe and Lambda control after catalyst
=> Page 24-95

P0134

16518

Bank 1 probe 1 no activity

- Check Lambda probe and Lambda control before catalyst
=> Page 24-88

P0135

16519

Bank 1 probe 1 electrical fault in heatercircuit

- Check Lambda probe heating before catalyst => Page 24-18

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

P0137

16521

Bank 1 probe 1 voltage too low

- Check Lambda probe and Lambda control after catalyst
=> Page 24-95

P0138

16522

Bank 1 probe 2 voltagetoo high

- Check Lambda probe heating after catalyst => Page 24-22

P0140

16524

Bank 1 probe 2 no activity

P0141

16525

Bank 1 probe 2 electrical fault in heater circuit

- Check Lambda probe heating after catalyst => Page 24-22

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

P0171

16555

Bank 1 fuel metering system too lean

- Check fuel pressure regulator and holding pressure => Page 24-74

- Check injectors , Check quantity injected and for leaks

- Check fuel pump:

- Check intake system for leaks => Page 24-78

- Check exhaust system for leaks:

- Check secondary air system for leaks:

- Check vacuum pipes for leaks

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

P0172

16556

Bank 1 fuel metering system too rich

- Check fuel pressure regulator and holding pressure => Page 24-74

- Check injectors , Check quantity injected and for leaks

- Check activated charcoal filter solenoid valve 1:

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

P0300

16684

Misfire recognition

- Check injectors , Final control diagnosis

P0301

16685

Cyl.1 misfire detected

- Check ignition cables and spark plugs => Page 28-2

P0302

16686

Cyl.2 misfire detected

- Check ignition coils with output stage => Page 28-10

P0303

16687

Cyl.3 misfire detected

- Check misfiring detection
=> Page 28-19

P0304

16688

Cyl.4 misfire detected

- Check misfiring detection
=> Page 28-19

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

P0321

16705

Engine speed sender -G28 implausible signal

- Check engine speed sender

P0322

16706

Engine speed sender -G28 no signal

P0341

16725

Camshaft position sender -G40 implausiblesignal

- Check Hall sender

P0411

16795

Secondary air system throughflow faulty

- Check secondary air pump motor:

- Check combi valve:

- Check secondary air inlet valve:

- Check hoses and connecting pipes to/between components:

Fault code

Fault text

Fault elimination

SAE

V.A.G

P0440

16824

Tank breather system malfunction

- Check activated charcoal filter solenoid valve 1=> Page 01-41 , Final control diagnosis

- Check activated charcoal filter solenoid valve 1:

- Check hoses and connecting pipes from fuel tank to throttle valve control part:

P0501

16885

Vehicle speed signal implausible signal

- Check speed signal
=> Page 24-125

P0506

16890

Idling speed regulation below specifications

- Check throttle valve control part => Page 24-31

P0507

16891

Idling speed regulation above specifications

P0510

16894

Idling speed switch -F60 malfunction

P0605

16989

Control unit defective

- Replace engine control unit (J220) => Page 24-114

Fault table: SAE P0 and P2 codes > < Interrogating and erasing fault memory