New Beetle L4-2.0L (AVH) (2005)
Throttle Position Sensor: Testing and Inspection
Throttle Position (TP) Sensor, Checking
Recommended special tools and equipment
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V.A.G 1526 multimeter or V.A.G 1715 multimeter
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V.A.G 1594 connector test kit
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Wiring diagram
Requirement
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The respective fuses of Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- must be OK.
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Battery voltage must be at least 11.5 volts.
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All electrical consumers such as, lights and rear window defroster must be switched off.
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Parking brake must be engaged or else daylight driving lights will be switched on.
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For vehicles with automatic transmission, selector lever must be in position -P- or -N-
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If vehicle is equipped with an A/C system, it must be switched off.
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Ground (GND) connections between engine and chassis must be OK.
Function
Both the Throttle Position (TP) sensor -G79- and the Sender 2 for accelerator pedal position - G185- are located at the accelerator pedal and
communicate the driver's intentions to the ECM completely independently of each other. Both sensors are stored in one housing.
Work sequence
NOTE: When servicing terminals in the harness connector for the Throttle Position (TP) sensor, use only gold-plated terminals.
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Remove footwell cover (driver's side).
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Disconnect 6-pin connector from Throttle Position (TP) sensor.
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Switch ignition on.
Checking voltage supply and wiring to control module
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Connect multimeter to the following connector terminals for voltage measurement.