New Beetle L4-1.8L Turbo (AWP) (2003)
Malfunction Indicator Lamp: Description and Operation
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) -K83-, Significance
Checking MIL
If malfunctions are recognized by the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220-, they will be indicated by switching on the Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (MIL) -K83-.
Location of Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) -K83-
NOTE: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) -K83- can switch on in the flashing or permanently on mode. The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory
must be checked in every case.
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Flashing: there is a malfunction which can cause damage to Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) if driven in this condition. In this case the
vehicle must not be driven using full performance!
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Permanently on: there is a malfunction which will increase exhaust emissions. Check Motronic and/or automatic transmission control modules.
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If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) -K83- does not light up, even though there is an engine running problem, or a customer has complained,
the DTC memory must be checked, because malfunctions which do not switch the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) -K83- on immediately can
also be stored.