Ignition System: Service and Repair

2012 Volkswagen CC 4Motion (357) V6-3.6L (CNNA)SECTION Service and Repair





Ignition Component Overview

The engine speed sensor is on the cylinder block.






1 Ignition Coil with Power Output Stage (N70, N127, N291, N292, N323, N324)

Removing and installing, refer to => [ Ignition Coils with Power Output Stage ] Service and Repair.

2 Connector

Black

Use the assembly tool (T10118) to disconnect.

3 Bracket

For the knock sensor 1 connector.

4 Bolt

20 Nm

5 Connector

Black, 3 pin

Sensor contacts and connector contacts are gold plated.

6 Knock Sensor 1 (G61)

Installed location: Exhaust side of the cylinder block.

7 Bolt

20 Nm

Tightening specification affects the function of the knock sensor.

8 Exhaust Camshaft Adjuster

Identification: 32A

With the sensor wheel for the camshaft position sensor 2.

Removing and installing, refer to => [ Camshaft Adjuster with Timing Chain, Installing ] Camshaft Adjuster with Timing Chain, Installing.

9 Cover

10 Connector

Black, 3 pin

Sensor contacts and connector contacts are gold plated.

Mark the connector before disconnecting.

11 Bolt

10 Nm

12 Camshaft Position Sensor 2 (G163)

For the exhaust camshaft.

Sensor contacts and connector contacts are gold plated.

13 Seal

Always replace.

14 Camshaft Position Sensor (G40)

For the intake camshaft.

Sensor contacts and connector contacts are gold plated.

15 Knock Sensor 2 (G66)

Installed location: Intake side of the cylinder block.

Sensor contacts and connector contacts are gold plated.

16 Connector

Black, 2 pin

Sensor contacts and connector contacts are gold plated.

17 Intake Camshaft Adjuster

Identification: 24E

With the sensor wheel for the camshaft position sensor.

Removing and installing, refer to => [ Camshaft Adjuster with Timing Chain, Installing ] Camshaft Adjuster with Timing Chain, Installing.

18 Spark Plug

18 Nm

Remove and install using the spark plug removal tool (3122 B).

Type and electrode gap. Refer to => [ Test Data and Spark Plugs ] Test Data and Spark Plugs.

19 Control Housing

For camshaft adjustment.

Removing and installing, refer to => [ Camshafts ] Service and Repair.

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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.