New Beetle GLS L4-1.8L Turbo (AWV) (2001)
Camshaft Position Sensor: Testing and Inspection
With Manufacturer's Scan Tool
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor -G40-, Checking
Special tools, test equipment and auxiliary items
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VAG 1598/31 test box
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VAG 1526 hand multimeter or VAG 1715 multimeter
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VAG 1594 adapter set
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Electrical Wiring Diagrams
Test conditions
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Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor -G40- installed tightly
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Battery voltage must be at least 11.5 V
Test sequence
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Disconnect 3-pin connector from Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor -arrow-.
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Connect multimeter to measure voltage with adapter cables from VAG 1594 to terminals 1 (positive) and 3 (Ground) on Camshaft Position (CMP)
sensor connector.
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Switch on ignition.
Specification: min. 4.5 V
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Switch off ignition.
If no voltage is present:
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Remove inner plenum chamber cover, left