01-09-04MIL On, DTCs P1545, P0121, P0123, P0221 or P0222 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
01-09-04MIL On, DTCs P1545, P0121, P0123, P0221 or P0222 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
01-09-04MIL On, DTCs P1545, P0121, P0123, P0221 or P0222 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
Model(s)
Year
(A5) Jetta,
Rabbit, GTI,
Passat, Passat
Wagon, Eos
2006-2008
All
2008-2009
Eng. Code
Trans. Code
VIN Range To
All
All
All
All
All
All
2.0L
(BPY)
2.0L
(CCTA, CBFA)
Condition
01 09 04 Feb. 18, 2009 2018652 Supersedes T. B. Group 01 number 08 25 dated Sept. 18, 2008 due to
additional model year and additional engine applicability.
MIL ON, DTCs P1545, P0121, P0123, P0221 or P0222 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
Malfunction indicator lamp in instrument cluster is illuminated.
A number of incident memory entries with regard to the throttle valve are stored in the ECM. In most cases, the
entries are sporadic.
DTC
Description
Technical Background
Contact resistance in the ECM wiring throttle valve.
Production Solution
Optimized wiring and contacts.
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Service
Wiring Harness and Connector Repairs, General Information
Tip:
Observe general notes for repairs of vehicle electrical system, see Repair group 97 Wiring in ElsaWeb.
DO NOT solder repairs on vehicle electrical system.
DO NOT repair crimp connectors. If necessary, over lay a wire parallel to inoperative wire.
After crimping a repair connection, crimp connections must be heat-shrunk using hot air gun to prevent moisture
penetration.
Yellow wires are to be used exclusively for wiring harness repairs.
Mark repaired areas using yellow adhesive tape.
Yellow wires and areas in wiring harness wrapped with yellow adhesive tape identify a previously performed
repair.
Perform a function test after each repair. If necessary, check DTC memory, erase and/or bring systems into basic
setting.
Procedure
Switch Ignition OFF.
Disconnect battery ground (GND) cable, see Repair Manual Group 27 in ElsaWeb.
WARNING:
The steps above must be completed to ensure safety during repair. Also, observe all country-specific
regulations.
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Note:
When heat-shrinking crimp connections, care must be taken not to damage any other wiring, plastic components
or insulating material with hot nozzle of heat gun. Always observe operating instructions of heat gun.
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Re-insulate harness with yellow tape.
Check proper function. If necessary, check DTC memory, erase and/or bring systems into basic setting.
Note:
If faults reoccur after repair, replace main throttle.
Warranty
To determine if this procedure is covered under Warranty, always refer to the Warranty Policies and
Procedures Manual 1)
Model(s)
Year(s)
(A5) Jetta,
Rabbit, GTI,
Passat, Passat
Wagon, Eos
2006-2008
All
2008-2009
Eng. Code(s)
Trans. Code(s)
VIN Range
From
All
All
All
All
All
All
2.0L
(BPY)
2.0L
(CCTA, CBFA)
VIN Range To
Claim Type:
SAGA Coding
Damage
Damage Location
Parts Manufacturer
Code
(removed part)
9713
0040
9713
0040
Service Number:
01500000 = XX TU max.
NO
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Road Test
01210004 = 10 TU
YES
Technical Diagnosis
0132xxxx = XX TU max.
NO
Claim Comment: Input As per Technical Bulletin 2018652 in comment section of Warranty Claim.
1)
Vehicle may be outside any Warranty in which case this Technical Bulletin is informational only
2)
3)
Labor Time Units (TUs) are subject to change with Elsa updates.
4)
Part Description
Part No:
Quantity
Housing (set 1)
5N1-973-206
000-979-025-D
Housing (set 2)
1J0-973-713
000-979-038-D
111-971-941-A
4B0-972740
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Tool Description
Tool No:
Strip pliers
VAS 1978/3
Crimp pliers
VAS 1978/15
Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal.
Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.
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