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Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
  • When beginning On Board Diagnostic (OBD) troubleshooting of the vehicle control modules, always start with function "Automatic test sequence" by pressing keys 0 and 0 because the control modules are interconnected with a data bus wire. This checks the DTC memories of the control modules in the vehicle.
  • All the possible DTCs which can be recognized by the ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104- and printed-out on V.A.G 1551 or VAS 5051, are listed in the following information according to the 5 digit DTC code.
  • DTC code appears (in the "Rapid data transfer" mode) only on the print-out.
Example:     
DTC code P code DTC code
5 digit 5 digit 3 digit
18256 P1848 035
  • The 5 digit P code which may appear next to the DTC code, is for use with the On Board Diagnosis (OBD) and may be disregarded.
  • The 3 digit DTC type code is a data code and may be disregarded, but the DTC type text is of use.
  • Before replacing components indicated as being faulty, check all the appropriate connectors, wiring and Ground connections using the wiring diagram.
  • Refer to Electrical Wiring Diagrams, Troubleshooting & Component Locations binder.

  • On completion of repairs always check the DTC memory with V.A.G 1551 scan tool or the VAS 5051 and erase.
  • Carry out road test exceeding 20 km/h (13 mph).
  • After the road test check DTC memory again.
V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
No DTC recognized If "No DTC recognized" appears after carrying out repairs, On Board Diagnostic (OBD) is ended.
If, despite "No DTC recognized" appearing in the display, the ABS system does not function properly, then proceed as follows:
1. Carry out road test exceeding 20 km/h (13 mph),
2. Again check DTC memory, if there is still no DTC stored,
3. Continue troubleshooting without OBD and work through the complete
Electrical check. Refer to Electrical check of Mark 60  .
00003    
Fault number: 00003 / literature ABS Control Module (w/EDL) -J104- malfunction
V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00283    
Left front ABS wheel speed sensor -G47-1)
Electrical malfunction in current circuit
  • Open circuit in wiring between left front ABS wheel speed sensor -G47- and ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104-
    If the malfunction occurs again:
 
  • Left front ABS wheel speed sensor -G47- faulty

1) This DTC is recognized when vehicle is stationary.

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00283    
Left front ABS wheel speed sensor -G47-1)
Implausible signal
  • Open circuit or loose contact in wiring between Left front ABS wheel speed sensor -G47- and ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104-
  • Check wiring and connections using wiring diagram
   
 
  • Electrical interferences from other sources (high frequency radiation e.g. uninsulated ignition cable)

1) Type of DTC, this DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00283    
Left front ABS wheel speed sensor -G47-
Mechanical fault1)
  • Excessive air gap between left front ABS wheel speed sensor-G47- and rotor (signal not OK)
  • Check installation of left front ABS wheel speed sensor -G47- and rotor. Refer to 45 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ; Removing and installing parts of ABS system on front and rear axles
 
  • Short to positive or ground in wiring
 
  • Left front ABS wheel speed sensor -G47- faulty

1) Type of DTC, this DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00285    
Right front ABS wheel speed sensor -G45-1)
Electrical malfunction in current circuit
  • Open circuit in wiring between Right front ABS wheel speed sensor -G45- and ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104-
    If the malfunction occurs again:
 
  • Right front ABS wheel speed sensor -G45- faulty

1) This malfunction is recognized when vehicle is stationary.

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00285    
Right front ABS wheel speed sensor -G45-1)
Implausible signal
  • Open circuit; short to ground or loose contact in wiring between Right front ABS wheel speed sensor -G45- and ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104-
 
  • Electrical interferences from other sources (high frequency radiation e.g. uninsulated ignition cable)

1) This DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00285    
Right front ABS wheel speed sensor -G45-
Mechanical malfunction1)
  • Excessive air gap between Right front ABS wheel speed sensor-G45- and rotor (signal not OK)
  • Check installation of right front ABS wheel speed sensor -G45- and rotor. Refer to 45 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ; Removing and installing parts of ABS system on front and rear axles
 
  • Short to positive or ground in wiring
 
  • Right front ABS wheel speed sensor -G45- faulty

1) This DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00287    
Right rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G44-1)
Electrical malfunction in current circuit
  • Open circuit in wiring between Right rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G44- and ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104-
 
  • Right rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G44- faulty
  • Replace right rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G44-
    Refer to 45 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM

1) This malfunction is recognized when vehicle is stationary.

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00287    
Right rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G44-1)
Implausible signal
  • Open circuit; short to ground or loose contact in wiring between Right rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G44- and ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104-
  • Check wiring and connections using wiring diagram
   
 
  • Electrical interferences from other sources (high frequency radiation e.g. uninsulated ignition cable)

1) This DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00287    
Right rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G44-1)
Mechanical malfunction
  • Excessive air gap between Right rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G44- and rotor (signal not OK)
  • Check installation of speed sensor -G44- and rotor. Refer to 45 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ; Removing and installing parts of ABS system on front and rear axles
 
  • Short to positive or ground in wiring
 
  • Right rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G44- faulty

1) This DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00290    
Left rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G46-1)
  • Open circuit; short to positive or ground, or loose contact in connections between Left rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G46- and ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104-
    If the malfunction occurs again:
 
  • Left rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G46- faulty

1) This DTC is recognized when vehicle is stationary.

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00290    
Left rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G46-1)
Implausible signal
  • Open circuit; short to ground or loose contact in wiring between Left rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G46- and ABS control module (w/EDL) -J104-
  • Check wiring and connections using wiring diagram
   
 
  • Electrical interferences from other sources (high frequency radiation e.g. uninsulated ignition cable)

1) This DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00290    
Left rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G46-1)
Mechanical malfunction
  • Excessive air gap between Left rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G46- and rotor (signal not OK)
  • Check installation of speed sensor -G46- and rotor. Refer to 45 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ; Removing and installing parts of ABS system on front and rear axles
 
  • Short to positive or ground in wiring
 
  • Left rear ABS wheel speed sensor -G46- faulty

1) This DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00493    
ESP-Sensor Unit, vehicles from 02.02
No Signal/Communication
or
ESP-Sensor Unit faulty
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in CANbus wiring
 
  • ESP-Sensor Unit -G419- faulty
  • Check wiring and connectors of data bus wiring using current flow diagram
  • Perform electrical check. Refer to Electrical check of Mark 60 

1) 4MOTION vehicles only

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00495    
ESP-Sensor Unit, vehicles from 02.02
Voltage supply
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in CANbus wiring
 
V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00526    
Brake light switch -F- 1)
Implausible signal
   
   
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in the wiring
 
  • Brake light switch improperly adjusted
  • Brake light switch faulty

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00538    
Reference voltage
Electrical malfunction in current circuit
  • Short to positive or ground in voltage supply wiring:
  • Voltage supply less than 5 Volt
  • Sender for rotation rate -G202-
  • Sensor for transverse acceleration -G200-
  • Sender 1 for brake booster -G201-
  • Longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251-1)
  • Check wiring and connections using wiring diagram
   

1) 4MOTION vehicles only

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00668    
Vehicle voltage terminal 30
Implausible signal
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in the wiring
 
  • Alternator voltage > 17 Volt
. Refer to Electrical Wiring Diagrams, Troubleshooting & Component Locations binder
V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00778    
Steering angle sensor -G85-
No signal/communication1)
  • Open circuit or loose contact in data bus wiring between steering angle sensor -G85- and control module -J104-
  • Terminals 15 and 30 on steering angle sensor -G85-,
  • Ground not present
  • Check wiring and connections using wiring diagram
   
 
  • Steering angle sensor -G85- faulty

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00778    
Steering angle sensor -G85-1)
Mechanical malfunction
   
 
  • Steering wheel has been removed and no subsequent zero compensation performed
 
  • Check specification from steering angle sensor -G85-
 
  • Steering geometry of suspension is not OK.
 
  • Installation of steering angle sensor -G85- is not OK
  • Check installation of steering angle sensor -G85-
 
  • Steering angle sensor -G85- faulty

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00778    
Steering angle sensor -G85-
Implausible signal1)
  • Installation of steering angle sensor -G85- is not OK.
  • Check installation of steering angle sensor -G85-. Refer to 45 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ; Removing and installing parts of ESP system
 
  • Steering geometry of suspension is not OK.
 
  • Unacceptable vibrations in steering due to wear
00778    
Steering angle sensor -G85-1)
No, or incorrect, basic setting/adaption
  • Steering angle sensor -G85- sends no, or incorrect, setting values

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
00778    
Steering angle sensor -G85-
Faulty1)
  • Steering angle sensor -G85- faulty
01044    
Control module incorrectly coded
  • ABS Control Module (w/EDL) -J104- incorrectly coded
 
  • Coding bridge in multi-pin connector to ABS Control Module (w/EDL) -J104- open or short circuit
  • Check wiring and connections using wiring diagram. Refer to Electrical Wiring Diagrams, Troubleshooting & Component Locations binder

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01130    
ABS operation
Implausible signal1)
  • Electrical interferences from other sources (high frequency radiation e.g. non-insulated ignition cable)
  • Erase DTC memory
  • Perform test drive at more than 20 km/h (13 mph)
  • Check DTC memory again
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in the wiring
 
  • ABS Control Module (w/EDL) -J104- faulty

1) This DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01164    
ESP operation
Implausible signal1)
  • Electrical interferences from other sources (high frequency radiation e.g. uninsulated ignition cable)
  • Erase DTC memory
  • Perform test drive at more than 20 km/h (13 mph)
  • Check DTC memory again
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in the wiring
  • Check wiring and connections using wiring diagram
   
 
  • Steering angle sensor -G85- sends incorrect setting values
 
  • ABS Control Module (w/EDL) -J104- faulty

1) This DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01276    
ABS hydraulic pump -V64-
Implausible signal 1)
   
 
  • Resistance in ground or positive wiring
 
  • Hydraulic pump -V64- faulty
01276    
ABS hydraulic pump
-V64- faulty1)
  • Short in electronics

1) This DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01276    
ABS hydraulic pump -V64-
Electrical malfunction in current circuit 1)
  • Battery positive fuse faulty
  • Check fuses
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in the wiring
 
  • Hydraulic pump -V64- faulty

1) This DTC is only recognized above 20 km/h (13 mph) (carry out test drive).

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01279    
Longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251-1)
Electrical malfunction in current circuit
  • Voltage supply less than 5 Volt
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in the wiring
 
  • Longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251- faulty

1) 4MOTION vehicles only

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01279    
Longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251-1)
Implausible signal
 
 
  • The installation position of the longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251- is not OK
  • Check installation position of longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251-
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in the wiring
 
  • Longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251- faulty

1) 4MOTION vehicles only

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01279    
Longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251-1)
No, or incorrect, basic setting/adaptation
  • Longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251- sends no, or incorrect, setting values
01312    
Drive train data bus faulty2)  
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in data bus wiring
  • Check wiring and connections of data bus wiring using wiring diagram
  • Perform electrical check. Refer to Electrical check of Mark 60 

1) 4MOTION vehicles only

2) This DTC occurs only together with DTC "Steering angle sensor -G85-, No communication".

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01314    
Engine control module
No signal/communication
 
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or Ground in data bus wiring
  • Check wiring and connections of data bus wiring using wiring diagram
or:    
   
Check DTC memory
  • DTC entry in engine control module
V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01315    
Transmission control module1)
No signal/communication
 
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in data bus wiring
  • Check wiring and connections of data bus wiring using wiring diagram
  • Perform electrical check. Refer to Electrical check of Mark 60 
01317    
Control module with indicator unit in instrument panel insert -J285-
  • Control module with indicator unit in instrument panel insert -J285- incorrectly coded

1) Vehicles with automatic transmission only.

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01324    
All-Wheel Drive Control Module -J492-1)
No communication
 
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in data bus wiring

1) 4MOTION vehicles only

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01423    
Lateral acceleration sensor -G200-1)
Electrical malfunction in current circuit
  • Connections
  • Voltage supply less than 5 Volt
 
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in the wiring
 
  • Sensor for transverse acceleration -G200- faulty

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01423    
Sensor for transverse acceleration -G200-
Implausible signal1)
 
 
  • Installation of sensor for transverse acceleration -G200- is not OK.
  • Check installation of sensor for transverse acceleration -G200-
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or Ground in the wiring
 
  • Sensor for transverse acceleration -G200- faulty
  • Replace sensor for transverse acceleration-G200-. Refer to 45 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ; Removing and installing parts of ESP system
   
  • Perform a zero compensation:
 
  • Basic setting was not correctly performed in the past

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01423    
Sensor for transverse acceleration -G200-1)
No, or incorrect, basic setting/adaption
  • Zero compensation was never performed
01435    
Sender 1 for brake booster -G201-
No, or incorrect, basic setting/adaption 1)
  • Zero compensation was never performed

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01435    
Sender 1 for brake booster -G201-
Implausible signal1)
 
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or ground in the wiring
 
  • Brake light switch improperly adjusted
  • Brake light switch faulty
 
  • Sender 1 for brake booster-G201- faulty

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01435    
Sender 1 for brake booster -G201-
Electrical malfunction in current circuit1)
  • Connections
  • Voltage supply is less than 5 Volt
 
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or Ground in the wiring
 
  • Sender 1 for brake booster-G201- faulty

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
014861)    
 
  • The ESP driving test is activated
  • Perform the complete ESP driving test; the
  • DTC will be erased automatically
01487 / literature1)    
 
  • The ESP driving test time has been exceeded
  • Perform the complete ESP driving test within the allowed time

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01542    
Sender for rotation rate -G202-
Implausible signal 1)
 
  • Installation of sender for rotation rate -G202- is not OK.
  • Check installation of sender for rotation rate -G202-
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or Ground in the wiring
 
  • Sender for rotation rate -G202- faulty

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION

V.A.G 1551 print-out  Possible cause  Repair 
01542    
Sender for rotation rate -G202-1)
Electrical malfunction in current circuit
  • Connections
  • Voltage supply is less than 5 Volt
 
 
  • Open circuit, short to positive or Ground in the wiring
 
  • Sender for rotation rate -G202- faulty

1) For ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP and ABS/EDL/ASR/ESP 4MOTION