Passat GLS Wagon L4-1.8L Turbo (AUG) (2001)
Knock Sensor: Testing and Inspection
Knock sensors, checking
NOTE:
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For the knock Sensors to function properly, it is important for tightening torque to be exactly 20 Nm.
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Use only gold-plated terminals when servicing terminals in harness connector of knock sensors.
Special tools and equipment
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VAG 1598/31 adapter cable
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VAG 1526 multimeter or VAG 1715 multimeter
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VAG 1594 connector test kit
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Wiring diagram
Test requirement
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On Board Diagnostic (OBD) must have recognized a malfunction at one or both of the knock Sensors (KS).
Test sequence
Engine code AWM
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Connect V.A.G 1551 scan tool (VAG 1552). Start engine and select the Engine Control Module (ECM) using address word 01. (connecting scan
tool and selecting ECM). Refer to "Scan Tool Testing/Scan Tool Connecting and Initial Checks/Connecting VAG 1551 Scan Tool", See:
Computers and Control Systems/Testing and Inspection
Indicated on display:
Rapid data transfer
HELP
Select function XX
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Press buttons -0- and -4- to select "Basic Setting" function 04. Press -Q- button to confirm input.
Indicated on display:
Basic setting
HELP
Enter display group number XXX
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Press buttons -0-, -2- and -8- to select "Display group number 28". Press -Q- button to confirm input.
Indicated on display:
System in basic setting 28
->
1
2
3
4
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Use VAG 1788/10 speed adjuster tool to adjust engine RPM to at least 2600 RPM:
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Maintain engine speed until indication in display field 4 jumps from "Test OFF" to "Test ON".
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Continue to maintain engine speed until display field 4 indicates specified value "Syst. OK".
If specified values are obtained:
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Press -> button.
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Press buttons -0- and -6- to select "End Output" function 06. Press -Q- button to confirm input.
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Switch ignition off.
If specified values are not obtained:
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Check resistances and wiring:
Checking resistances and wires
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Engine code ATW
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Engine codes AUG, AWM
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Disconnect 3-pin harness connector to Knock Sensor (KS) 1 -G61- (green, item no.1) and/or 3-pin harness connector to Knock Sensor (KS) 2
-G66- (blue, item no. 2).
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Measure resistance between terminals 1 + 2, 1 + 3, and 2 + 3 at connectors to knock sensors. Specification: Infinity Ohms
If specified value is not obtained: