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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1996JETTA (1H2) L4-2.0L (ABA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE SPEED SENSORTESTING AND INSPECTION
1996 Volkswagen Jetta (1H2) L4-2.0L (ABA)
Engine Speed Sensor: Testing and Inspection
1996 Volkswagen Jetta (1H2) L4-2.0L (ABA)SECTION Testing and Inspection
Special Tools, Testers And Auxiliary Items
- VAG 1598/18testbox
- Multimeter (Fluke 83 Or Equivalent)
- Connector Test Kit VW 1594
- Wiring Diagram
Test Sequence
- Disconnect 3-pin connector to engine speed sensor -1-.
- Connect VAG 1598/18 test box to ECM wiring harness.
- Check wiring between test box and 3-pin connector for open circuit using wiring diagram.
- Terminal 1 and test box socket 67
- Terminal 2 and test box socket 68
- Terminal 3 and test box socket 56
Resistance:Maximum 1.5 ohms
- Additionally, check wiring for short circuit to one another.
- Terminal 2 and test box socket 56
- Terminal 1 and test box socket 56
- Terminal 1 and test box socket 68
Specification: Infinite Ohms
If no wiring malfunction is detected:
- Replace engine speed sensor -G28-.
- Read the readiness code. If DTC memory has been erased, repair must be verified via appropriate display group: Readiness code, creating.
- VAG 1598/18testbox
- Multimeter (Fluke 83 Or Equivalent)
- Connector Test Kit VW 1594
- Wiring Diagram
Test Sequence
- Disconnect 3-pin connector to engine speed sensor -1-.
- Connect VAG 1598/18 test box to ECM wiring harness.
- Check wiring between test box and 3-pin connector for open circuit using wiring diagram.
- Terminal 1 and test box socket 67
- Terminal 2 and test box socket 68
- Terminal 3 and test box socket 56
Resistance:Maximum 1.5 ohms
- Additionally, check wiring for short circuit to one another.
- Terminal 2 and test box socket 56
- Terminal 1 and test box socket 56
- Terminal 1 and test box socket 68
Specification: Infinite Ohms
If no wiring malfunction is detected:
- Replace engine speed sensor -G28-.
- Read the readiness code. If DTC memory has been erased, repair must be verified via appropriate display group: Readiness code, creating.
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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.