Test sequence

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Pull connector off Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor (distributor).
Connect multimeter to measure voltage using aux. cables from VAG 1594 to outer contacts of connector.

Fig 1: Connecting Multimeter To Measure Voltage Using Aux. Cables From VAG 1594 To Outer Contacts Of CMP Sensor Connector

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Switch ignition on.
Specification: min. 9 V
Switch ignition off.
Connect test box VAG 1598/22 to control module wiring harness.

Fig 2: Connecting Test Box VAG 1598/22 To Control Module Wiring Harness
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Check wiring between test box and connector for open circuit according to wiring diagram.

Contact 1+socket 67

Contact 2+socket 76

Wire resistance: Max. 1.5Ω

Additionally check wires for short to one another.
Specification: INFINITE Ω

Fig 3: Checking Wiring Between Test Box And CMP Connector For Open Circuit According To Wiring Diagram
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If no wiring fault is detected and voltage was present between contacts 1+3:

Replace distributor with Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor. See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS , item 15.

If no wiring fault is detected and no voltage was present between contacts 1+3:

Replace engine control module. See ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM), REPLACING .