Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 1512

Fig. 2: Disconnecting 4-Pin Connector From Power Output Stage For Ignition Coils 
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Pull fuse No. 32 out of fuse holder. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ENGINE PERFORMANCE Ignition-Glow Plug System, 1.8L APH - New Beetle

  

Fig. 3: Identifying Fuses 
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Test data, spark plugs 

ENGINE CODE 

NOTE:

Removing fuse 32 interrupts the voltage supply to the injectors. Fuse holder is 
located behind access panel at far left end of dash.

Engine code

APH

Firing order

1-3-4-2

Spark plugs

(1)

VW

101 000 063 AA

Manufacturer ID

NGK PFR 6 Q

Electrode gap

max. 0.8 mm

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ENGINE PERFORMANCE Ignition-Glow Plug System, 1.8L APH - New Beetle

  

Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor -G40-, checking 

Special tools, test equipment and auxiliary items 

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Test box V.A.G 1598/31  

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Multimeter Fluke 83 (or equivalent)  

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Adapter set V.A.G 1594  

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Wiring diagram  

Check conditions 

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Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor attached tightly  

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Battery voltage must be at least 11.5 V  

Test sequence 

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Disconnect 3-pin connector from Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor -G40- -arrow-. 

Tightening torque

30 Nm

(1)

Remove and install spark plugs with 3122B.

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ENGINE PERFORMANCE Ignition-Glow Plug System, 1.8L APH - New Beetle

  

Fig. 4: Disconnecting 3-Pin Connector From Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor 
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Connect multimeter to measure voltage with adapter cables from V.A.G 1594 to contacts 1 (positive) and 
3 (Ground) on Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor connector. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ENGINE PERFORMANCE Ignition-Glow Plug System, 1.8L APH - New Beetle