check engine AUDI A4 1999 B5 / 1.G AHA Engine On Board Diagnostic Workshop Manual
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) 
function, checking
 
      If a malfunction is recognized by the Engine 
Control Module (ECM) or the Transmission 
Control Module (TCM), this is indicated by the 
MIL coming on.  
    
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) 
Note:  
When a recognized malfunction switches on the MIL, it will either blink or 
light continuously. In either case, DTC memory must be checked   page 01
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If the MIL starts to blink, there is a malfunction that can lead to 
damage of the Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC). In this case, 
driving should only continue using reduced power. The malfunction 
must be rectified as quickly as possible. If the MIL lights continuously, there is a malfunction that affects 
exhaust emissions. In this case, DTC memory must be checked, and 
the malfunction must be rectified as quickly as possible. Some malfunctions may occur without causing the MIL to come on. 
When driveability or performance problems are reported, and there is 
no indication from the MIL, the operation of the MIL must be checked. 
In addition, DTC memory must be checked, as there may be 
malfunctions stored that do not switch the MIL on immediately. 
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       If MIL lights up when ignition is switched on, 
continue checking as follows:  
     
-  Start engine and let run at idle.
     
   MIL must go out after a few seconds.
      If MIL does not go out:  
     
-  Check Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory 
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      If there are no malfunctions stored in DTC 
memory:  Cause:  
MIL is triggered continuously due to 
short circuit to Ground.  Remedy:  
- Switch ignition off.
- Connect VAG1598/22 test box.
- Check resistance between test box socket 17 and vehicle Ground, specified value: 
 (no continuity)       If the specified value is not obtained:  
- Check for short circuit to Ground in wiring from Motronic Engine Control Module 
(ECM) -J220- to MIL. 
- Trace malfunction using applicable wiring diagram and repair as necessary.
      If there is no continuity, and no short circuit to Ground:  
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 Functions under "Engine Electronics" address word 01:  Function 01: Check Control Module 
Version  Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle  
Function 02: Check DTC Memory   Engine running at idle, otherwise crank engine with starter motor for at least 5 sec., 
then do not switch ignition off  
Function 03: Output Diagnostic 
Test Mode  Ignition switched on  
Function 04: Basic Setting   Engine running at idle  
Function 07: Code Control Module   Ignition switched on  
Function 08: Read Measuring 
Value Block  Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle -or- Driving  
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 Modes under address word 33:  Mode 1: Transfer diagnostic data   Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle  
Mode 2: Transfer operating conditions   Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle  
Mode 3: Check DTC memory   Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle  
Mode 4: Erase diagnosis information   Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle  
Mode 5: Output of HO2S signals   Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle  
Mode 6: Transfer measuring values   Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle  
Mode 7: Check DTC memory   Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle   Under Address word 33, Modes 1-7 can be addressed.
 Under Mode 1, individual measuring values can be displayed. Mode 1 is not recommended for use in an Audi Service 
department, because these values can be displayed much more precisely using address word 01 and "Basic Setting" 
function 04 or "Read Measuring Value Block" function 08. 
 Mode 2 shows the operating conditions under which the stored malfunctions were recognized.
 With Mode 3, DTC memory is checked-with Mode 4, DTC memory is erased. 
 Mode 5 shows the statistical value of the oxygen sensors as mandated by law. As these values have no direct bearing on 
oxygen sensor diagnosis, Mode 5 is of no particular value in an Audi Service department. 
 Under Mode 6, values can be checked for components and systems that are not continuously monitored.
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Check DTC Memory (scan tool function 
02)
 
     
Required special tools and test equipment  
     VAG1551 Scan Tool (ST) with VAG1551/3 
adapter cable 
     
Checking  
     
-  Connect VAG1551/VAG1552 Scan Tool (ST) 
and press buttons -0- and -1- to insert "Engine 
Electronics" address word 01 (engine running at 
idle)  page 01
-8 . 
     
Note:  
     If engine does not start: 
     - Operate starter to crank engine for approx. 6 
seconds, then do not switch ignition off. 
     
-  Press PRINT button to switch scan tool printer 
on (indicator light in button lights up). Rapid data transfer 
HELP
Select function XX
    
Indicated on display  
-  Press buttons -0- and -2- to select "Check DTC Memory" function 02, 
and press -Q- button to confirm input. 
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Diagnostic Trouble Code 
(DTC)  
Malfunction text  
MIL  
Corrective action  
SAE  
VAG  
  
  
  
P0102   16486   Mass or Volume Air Flow 
Circ.  
Low Input  2 
Dcy  - Check Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor -G70-   page 24
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P0103   16487   Mass or Volume Air Flow 
Circ.  
High Input       
P0112   16496   Intake Air Temp. Circ.  
Low Input  2 
Dcy  - Check Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor -G42- 
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P0113   16497   Intake Air Temp. Circ.  
High Input       
P0116   16500   Engine Coolant Temp. Circ.  
Range/Performance  2 
Dcy  - Check Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor -
G62-  page 24
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P0117   16501   Engine Coolant Temp. Circ.  
Low Input       
P0118   16502   Engine Coolant Temp. Circ.  
High Input       
P0121   16505   Throttle/Pedal Pos. Sensor A  2 
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Diagnostic Trouble Code 
(DTC)  
Malfunction text  
MIL  
Corrective action  
SAE  
VAG  
  
  
  
P0300   16684   Random/Multiple 
Cylinder   
Misfire Detected  2 Dcy / 
blink  - Fuel level too low, check fuel level and add if 
necessary 
- Check misfire detection   page 28
-16
- Check fuel injectors   page 24
-102
- Carry out output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM)   
page 01
-51
 
- Check engine speed (RPM) sensor -G28-   page 24
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P0301   16685   Cyl. 1  
Misfire Detected       
P0302   16686   Cyl. 2  
Misfire Detected       
P0303   16687   Cyl. 3  
Misfire Detected       
P0304   16688   Cyl. 4  
Misfire Detected       
P0305   16689   Cyl. 5    
  
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Diagnostic Trouble Code 
(DTC)  
Malfunction text  
MIL  
Corrective action  
SAE  
VAG  
  
  
  
P0321   16705   Ign./Distributor Eng. Speed Inp. Circ.  
Range/Performance  2 Dcy  
- Check engine speed (RPM) sensor -
G28-  page 24
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P0322   16706   Ign./Distributor Eng. Speed Inp. Circ. 
No Signal  Immed.    
Note on misfire malfunctions:  
For malfunctions that may be caused by low fuel volume (i.e. combustion misfire) a low-fuel malfunction (DTC "P1250") is also 
stored when there is less than 2 gallons of fuel remaining in the tank. 
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Diagnostic Trouble 
Code (DTC)  
Malfunction text  
MIL  
Corrective action  
SAE  
VAG  
  
  
  
P0327   16711   Knock Sensor1 
Circ.   
Low Input  Immed.  
- Check knock sensors and knock sensor control   page 28
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P0328   16712   Knock Sensor1 
Circ.   
High Input       
P0332   16716   Knock Sensor2 
Circ.   
Low Input       
P0333   16717   Knock Sensor2 
Circ.   
High Input       
P0411   16795   Sec. Air Inj. Sys.  
Incorrect Flow 
Detected  2 Dcy  
- Check Secondary Air Injection (AIR) system   Repair Manual, 
2.8 Liter V6 5V Engine Mechanical, Repair Group 26 P0422   16806   Main Catalyst, 
Bank1   
Efficiency Below 
Threshold  2 Dcy  
- Check Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) -G39- and O2S control 
(bank 1, sensor1)   page 24
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Diagnostic Trouble 
Code (DTC)  
Malfunction text  
MIL  
Corrective action  
SAE  
VAG  
  
  
  
P1110   17518   O2 Sensor Heating Circ., 
Bank2-Sensor2  
Short to B+  2 
Dcy  - Check O2S heater -Z30- (bank 2, sensor 2, behind TWC)   
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P1127   17535   Long Term Fuel Trim 
mult., Bank1  
System too Rich 1)  2 
Dcy  - Check Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor -G70-   page 24
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- Check Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) -G39- (bank 1, sensor 
1) and O2S control   page 24
-22
 
- Check Oxygen Sensor (O2S) behind Three Way Catalytic 
Converter (TWC) -G130- (bank 1, sensor 2) and O2S control   
page 24
-42
 
- Check fuel pressure, fuel pressure regulator and residual fuel 
pressure  page 24
-111
 
- Check fuel injectors   page 24
-102
 and   Output Diagnostic 
Test Mode (DTM)   page 01
-51
 
1) The term "mult." = multiplicative; applies to entire engine speed (RPM) and load range.  
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