Malfunction Indicator Lamp: Testing and Inspection

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (1C1) L4-2.0L (AVH)SECTION Testing and Inspection

Malfunction light for power accelerator activation, checking
(Engine Code: AVH, AZG)

Note: The malfunction light for power accelerator activation -K132- is also known as the Electronic Power Control (EPC) warning lamp.

Functional check test of warning lamp
Refer to Powertrain Management, On Board Diagnostic (OBD), general information, Electronic Power Control (EPC) warning lamp in instrument cluster, significance.





Location of EPC warning lamp
RENDER: 1.0x

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