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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2000NEW BEETLE (1C1) L4-1.8L TURBO (APH)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSRECIRCULATING VALVE FOR TURBOCHARGER, CHECKINGWITH GENERIC SCAN TOOL
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle (1C1) L4-1.8L Turbo (APH)
With Generic Scan Tool
2000 Volkswagen New Beetle (1C1) L4-1.8L Turbo (APH)SECTION With Generic Scan Tool
Recirculating valve for turbocharger, checking
Valve opens between connection to intake manifold and connection to deceleration shut-off valve with no voltage. Connection to vacuum reservoir is closed.
Test sequence
- Switch ignition off.
- Disconnect connector from Recirculating valve for turbocharger -N249-.
- Measure resistance between terminals of valve.
Specified value: 25...35 ohms
If specified value is not obtained:
- Replace Recirculating valve for turbocharger -N249-:
- Vehicles with engine code APH, item 16
- Vehicles with engine code AWP, AWV, item 16
- Erase DTC memory of Engine Control Module (ECM), Diagnostic mode 4: Reset/erase diagnostic data. Diagnostic Mode 4: Reset/Erase Diagnostic Data
- Generate readiness code. Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes
If specified values are obtained:
- Connect test box to control module wiring harness, connect test box for wiring test.
- Check wire between test box socket 105+2-pin connector terminal 2 for open circuit according to wiring diagram.
Wire resistance: max. 1.5 ohms
- Also check the wire for short circuit to B+ and Ground (GND).
If no malfunctions are found in wire:
- Check wire between 2-pin connector terminal 1 and the Fuel Pump (FP) Relay -J17- for open circuit according to wiring diagram.
Wire resistance: max. 1.5 ohms
If no malfunctions are found in wires:
- Replace Engine Control Module (ECM).
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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.