Passat GLX Wagon V6 V6-2.8L (ATQ) (2001)
Clutch Switch: Testing and Inspection
With Generic Scan Tool
Signal from clutch vacuum vent valve switch, checking
Vehicles with engine code ATQ (121-pin Engine Control Module -ECM-)
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 set
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Wiring diagram
Test requirements
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The respective fuses of Clutch Vacuum Vent Valve Switch -F36- must be OK:
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Battery voltage must be at least 11.5 volts.
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All electrical consumers like, for example, lights and rear window heating 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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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.
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Ignition switched off.
Test sequence
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Remove driver-side storage compartment.
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Disconnect 2-pin connector from Clutch Vacuum Vent Valve Switch -F36-.
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Measure resistance between terminals 1 + 2 of switch.
Specified value
Clutch pedal not depressed: max. 1.5 Ohms
Clutch pedal depressed: Infinity Ohms
If specified values are not obtained:
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Replace Clutch Vacuum Vent Valve Switch -F36-.
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Erase DTC memory of Engine Control Module (ECM), Diagnostic mode 4: Reset/erase diagnostic data.
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Generate readiness code. See: Testing and Inspection/Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes
If specified values are obtained: