EGR Motor And EGR Potentiometer Sensor, Checking: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Volkswagen Passat, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, and 2012 Volkswagen Passat. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Observe all safety precautions: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
View clean working conditions: CLEAN WORKING CONDITIONS
Perform a preliminary check to verify the condition: PRELIMINARY CHECK .
Use only gold-plated terminals when servicing any component with gold-plated electrical harness connector terminals.
For wiring diagrams, component locations, and connector views, Refer to the applicable wiring diagram.
NOTE:
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation Motor and EGR Potentiometer both refer to the same component (V338). Name changes occur in wiring diagrams, parts listings etc. The EGR potentiometer G212 is part of the V338 motor assembly and is serviced as one component.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Multimeter
- Electrical connector test lead set