Golf III L4-2.0L (ABA) (1995)
Technical Service Bulletin # 249405
Date: 940801
Heated Oxygen Sensor - Replacement/Checking
GROUP: 24
NUMBER: 94-05
DATE: August 1, 1994
SUBJECT:
Heated Oxygen Sensor, Replacing
MODELS(s):
Golf III, Jetta III, Cabrio 2.0 Liter Engine all m.y.
Condition
A driveability complaint can lead to unnecessary replacement of the Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S).
The following complaints and/or observations may indicate a possible HO2S problem:
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Hesitation
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Vehicle loses power
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Excessive visible exhaust smoke
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Stalling and poor idle quality
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CO outside of specified range
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Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL), Check Engine Light, is on
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VAG 1551 Scan Tool displays sensor malfunction
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VAG 1551 Scan Tool displays Mixture control adjustment Diagnostic Trouble Code
Oxygen sensor related complaints can be caused by:
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Incorrect wiring
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Broken wires
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Poor grounds
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Corroded terminals
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Oxygen sensor heater not being energized (Heater Relay not operating properly or supply Voltage interruption to the sensor)
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Contaminated sensor
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Malfunctioning engine Coolant Temperature sensor (could cause the same complaints as an Oxygen sensor)
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Malfunctioning Engine Control Module
Basic and Visual Checks
SERVICE
Note
All Repair Manual references refer to 04/94 Edition
Follow these steps to avoid unnecessary repairs when diagnosing suspected HO2S problems
Make sure you have enough information