Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table

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The following table lists all malfunctions, with the corresponding 5 digit code numbers, that can be recognized by control module with indicator unit in instrument cluster insert -J285- and printed out by the VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST).
If malfunctions do not occur regularly, these are displayed as occurring sporadically ("SP").
DTC codes appear only on print-out.
Before replacing components, check the wiring and connections to these components as well as ground connections, according to wiring diagram.
When repair has been carried out, the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory must always be erased and checked again with VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST).
If there is a specific complaint and no malfunctions are recognized after checking Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory, carry out function 03, "Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM)". Refer to Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) (function 03) or function 08, "Read measuring value block". Refer to Read Measuring Value Block (function 08) .

VAG 1551 print out	Possible cause	Possible effects	Corrective actions
00667*
Ambient-Temperature Signal
Open/Short circuit to B+ Short to Ground (GND)	Open/short circuit in wiring between Outside Air Temperature Sensor -G17- and instrument cluster. -G17- malfunctioning	Dashes ( - - - ) appear on display in instrument cluster	Read Measuring Value Block. Refer to Read Measuring Value Block (function 08) Check for open or short circuit in wiring using wiring diagram. Replace -G17-

*Not for vehicles with Climatronic: A DTC entry is made when the malfunction has been registered continuously for at least 60 seconds.

VAG 1551 print out	Possible cause	Possible effects	Corrective actions
00771*
Fuel Level Sensor -G-
Open/Short circuit to B+ Short to Ground (GND)	Open or short circuit in wiring between Fuel Level Sensor -G- and instrument cluster -G- malfunctioning	Fuel reserve displayed value 0 ("empty")	Read Measuring Value Block. Refer to Read Measuring Value Block (function 08) Check for open or short circuit in wiring using wiring diagram. Replace -G-
00779**
Outside Air Temperature Sensor -G17-
Open/Short circuit to B+ Short to Ground (GND)	Open or short circuit in wiring between Outside Air Temperature Sensor -G17- and instrument cluster -G17- malfunctioning	Dashes ( - - - ) appear on display in instrument cluster	Read Measuring Value Block. Refer to Read Measuring Value Block (function 08) Check for open or short circuit in wiring using wiring diagram. Replace -G17-

* A DTC entry is made when the malfunction has been registered continuously for at least 20 seconds.

**For vehicles with multi-function indicator (MFA) but not with Climatronic

VAG 1551 print out	Possible cause	Possible effects	Corrective actions
01039*
ECT Sensor -G2-
Open/Short circuit to B+ Short to Ground (GND)	Open or short circuit in wiring between ECT Sensor -G2- and instrument cluster -G2- malfunctioning	Engine coolant temperature (ECT) gauge needle on left stop	Read Measuring Value Block. Refer to Read Measuring Value Block (function 08) Check for open or short circuit in wiring using wiring diagram. Replace -G2-
65535
Control module
Faulty	Control unit with display in instrument cluster -J285- malfunctioning	No display Malfunction of display and warning lamps	Replace instrument cluster
Other DTC's	If other DTC's are displayed that are not shown in this DTC table, perform On Board Diagnostic (OBD) of anti-theft immobilizer system using VAS 5051 Vehicle Diagnostic Testing and Information System.

* A DTC entry "Open circuit/short to positive" is made after the engine has been running for 30 minutes and the DTC is recognized.