Jetta Sedan V6-2.8L (BDF) (2003)
Throttle Position Sensor: Testing and Inspection
With Manufacturer's Scan Tool
Throttle Position (TP)sensor -G79- / Sender 2 for accelerator pedal position - G185-, checking
Special tools and equipment
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VAG 1526 A Hand multimeter
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VAG 1594 A Adapter set
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VAG 1598/31 Test box
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V.A.G 1551 Scan Tool or vehicle system tester V.A.G 1552 with cable VAG 1551/3A
Note: All functions which could previously be performed with V.A.G. 1551/1552 can also be performed with the new tester VAS 5051.
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Wiring diagram
Note: Only gold plated contacts may be used to service the contacts in the TP sensor/ Sender for accelerator pedal position connection.
Function
Both the Throttle Position (TP) sensor -G79- and the Sender 2 for accelerator pedal position -G185- are located on the accelerator pedal and pass the
driver's requirements on to the engine control module independently of one another. Both are installed together in a housing.