With Generic Scan Tool

2003 Volkswagen Golf (1J1) L4-2.0L (AZG)SECTION With Generic Scan Tool


Check Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor

Recommended special tools and equipment
- VAG1526 multimeter or VAG1715 multimeter
- VAG1594 connector test kit
- Wiring diagram

Test requirements





- The respective fuses of Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220- must be OK.
- Battery voltage must be at least 11.5 volts.
- All electrical consumers like, for example, lights and rear window heating must be switched off.
- Parking brake must be engaged or else daylight driving lights will be switched on.
- Ground (GND) connections between engine and chassis must be OK.

Test sequence (Vehicles with engine code AVH, AZG)





- Disconnect the 3-pin connector from Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor (arrow).






- Connect multimeter to terminal 1 (B+) and 3 (Ground -GND-) of connector for Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor for voltage measurement.
- Switch ignition on. Specified value: 4.0 to 6.0 V
- Switch ignition off.

If there is no voltage:
- Connect test box to control module wiring harness, connect test box for wiring test. Test Box, Connecting For Wiring Test






- Check for open circuits in wires between test box and connector according to wiring diagram.
Terminal 1 + socket 98
Terminal 2 + socket 86
Terminal 3 + socket 108
Wire resistance: max: 1.5 Ohms

- Also check wires for short circuit to each other.
Specified value: Infinite Ohms

If no malfunctions are found in the wires and there was voltage between terminals 1 + 3:
- Replace Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor -G40-, item 15.
- 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 no malfunctions are found in wires and there was no voltage between terminals 1 + 3:
- Replace Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220-.
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.