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Knock sensor and knock sensor control, 
checking
 
     
Required special tools and test equipment  
     
VAG1551/1552 Scan Tool (ST) with 
VAG1551/3 adapter cable 
     VAG1598/22 test box 
     Multimeter US1119 (Fluke 83 or equivalent) 
     VW1594 connector test kit 
     Wiring diagrams 
     
Checking  
     
-  Connect VAG1551/1552 Scan Tool (ST) and 
press buttons -0- and -1- to insert "Engine 
Electronics" address word 01 (with engine 
running at idle)   page 01
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Rapid data transfer 
HELP
Select function XX
    
Indicated on display  
-  Press buttons -0- and -8- to select "Read Measuring Value Block" 
function 08, and press -Q- button to confirm input. 
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 Evaluation of display groups 22, 23 and 24  Display groups: 22, 23 and 24  
Possible malfunction 
cause  
Corrective action  
Display fields: 3, 4  
  
  
All cylinders retarded more than 
10 (crankshaft)  
Knock sensor faulty- Continuation   page 28
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Connector corroded  
  Knock sensor 
incorrectly torqued - Loosen knock sensor and tighten to 20 Nm (15 ft lb)
  Components loose on 
engine - Tighten components
  Poor fuel quality- Change fuel 
Value for one cylinder different 
from the others  Connector corroded- Continuation   page 28
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Engine damage- Check compression   Repair Manual, 2.8 Liter V6 5V 
Engine Mechanical, Repair Group 15 
  
Components loose on 
engine - Tighten components
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Misfire recognition, checking
 
     
Required special tools and test equipment  
     
VAG1551 or VAG1552 Scan Tool (ST) with 
VAG1551/3 adapter cable 
     
Checking  
     
-  Connect VAG1551/1552 Scan Tool (ST) and 
press buttons -0- and -1- to insert "Engine 
Electronics" address word 01 (with engine 
running at idle)   page 01
-8 . 
Rapid data transfer 
HELP
Select function XX
    
Indicated on display  
-  Press buttons -0- and -8- to select "Read Measuring Value Block" 
function 08, and press -Q- button to confirm input. 
Read Measuring Value Block 
HELP
Input displa
y group number XXX
    
Indicated on display  
-  Press buttons -0-, -1- and -4- to input display group number 14 (014), 
and press -Q- button to confirm input. 
Read Measuring Value Block 14 1 2 3 4 
    
Indicated on display (1-4   display groups)  
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Checking  
     
-  Check DTC memory   page 01
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There must be no malfunctions stored 
     
-  If DTC memory is not clear (malfunctions 
recognized): 
     
  -  Make necessary repairs and erase DTC 
memory. 
     
  -  Stop engine and start engine again.
     
 - Road test. 
     
  -  Check and erase DTC memory again.
     
-  By briefly disconnecting fuel injector connectors 
with engine running, check which cylinder is 
misfiring, or not firing at all. 
      A misfiring cylinder can also be isolated by 
examining the spark plugs (for a carbon-fouled 
plug).  
     
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Interchange spark plug with one from cylinder 
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Checking signal for power output stage  
     
-  Remove connectors from all 6 injectors (DTC 
memory will have to be checked and erased 
later). 
     
-  Switch ignition on.
    
If LED flashes:  -  Connect LED tester VAG1527 between engine ground and connector 
terminal 3. 
-  Crank starter for several seconds.
   LED in voltage tester must flash.
-  Repeat test on 5-pin connector terminals 4 and 5.
-  Replace ignition coils -N-, -N128- and -N158- with power output stage -
N122-. 
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Checking voltage supply of ignition coils  
     
Test requirement 
     
Fuse for ignition coils OK 
     
-  Disconnect 5-pin connector from ignition coils.
     
-  Switch ignition on.
    
If LED does not light up:  
 Electrical Wiring Diagrams, Troubleshooting & Component Locations 
binder    -  Connect VAG1527 LED voltage tester between engine ground and 
terminal 1 (B+) of connector. 
   LED in tester must light up.
-  Check wires for open circuit per wiring diagram.
-  Check fuse for ignition coils.
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