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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1991GTI L4-1984CC 2.0L DOHC (9A)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL MODULETESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSENRICHMENT SYSTEMAFTER-START AND WARM-UP ENRICHMENT
1991 Volkswagen GTI L4-1984cc 2.0L DOHC (9A)
After-Start and Warm-Up Enrichment
1991 Volkswagen GTI L4-1984cc 2.0L DOHC (9A)SECTION After-Start and Warm-Up Enrichment
To ensure smooth running, the injection system supplies additional fuel to the engine when cold, during the warm-up period, and full throttle operation by increasing differential pressure regulator current for a short period of time. The coolant temperature sensor provides the fuel injection control unit with the required engine temperature information needed for cold running enrichment. The throttle switch provides information concerning throttle position. The starter provides an additional signal to the control unit for after-start enrichment.

1. Connect an ammeter between the differential pressure regulator harness connector and the differential pressure regulator, using VOLKSWAGEN special tool #VW 1315A/1 or equivalent.
CAUTION: The small female terminals in the differential pressure regulator harness connector are easily damaged. If fabricating a test harness, use the appropriate male terminals to make connections with the harness connector.

2. Remove the harness connector from the coolant temperature sensor and bridge the connector with a 2500 ohm resistor to simulate a cold engine.
3. Disconnect the oxygen sensor harness connector.
4. Start the engine and let it idle.
5. Measure the differential pressure regulator current.
^ Differential Pressure Regulator current should be between 15 and 25 mA for approx. 6 - 9 seconds, then gradually drop to between 9 and 15 mA.
If the correct measurement is not obtained check the CIS-E Motronic harness. Refer to SYSTEM ELECTRICAL TESTS. If the harness is OK the CIS-E Motronic control unit may be defective.
6. Erase the fault memory.
Diaphragm Pressure Regulator Testing Connections:
1. Connect an ammeter between the differential pressure regulator harness connector and the differential pressure regulator, using VOLKSWAGEN special tool #VW 1315A/1 or equivalent.
CAUTION: The small female terminals in the differential pressure regulator harness connector are easily damaged. If fabricating a test harness, use the appropriate male terminals to make connections with the harness connector.
Coolant Temperature Sensor:
2. Remove the harness connector from the coolant temperature sensor and bridge the connector with a 2500 ohm resistor to simulate a cold engine.
3. Disconnect the oxygen sensor harness connector.
4. Start the engine and let it idle.
5. Measure the differential pressure regulator current.
^ Differential Pressure Regulator current should be between 15 and 25 mA for approx. 6 - 9 seconds, then gradually drop to between 9 and 15 mA.
If the correct measurement is not obtained check the CIS-E Motronic harness. Refer to SYSTEM ELECTRICAL TESTS. If the harness is OK the CIS-E Motronic control unit may be defective.
6. Erase the fault memory.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.