Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 419

 

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Volkswagen New Beetle. Manual - part 419

 

 

Notes on exchanging instrument cluster 

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Do not disassemble instrument cluster.  

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When replacing an instrument cluster is necessary, follow normal exchange part procedures.  

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Complete report form and return together with instrument cluster.  

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Use original packaging from new cluster when returning items.  

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Replacement instrument clusters must be coded according to vehicle market version and equipment level 
variables using VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST). See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER UP TO 10.00 MODELS, 
CODING (FUNCTION 07)
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Odometer reading must be adapted to the replacement instrument cluster. See Adaptation (function 10) 

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The Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- must be coded according to vehicle market version 
and equipment level variables, See Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533- "Gateway" .  

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Where applicable, replacement instrument clusters must be adapted to Engine Control Module (ECM) for 
anti-theft immobilizer function. Use VAS 5051 Vehicle Diagnostic Testing and Information System in 
operating mode "Guided Fault Finding".  

ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS, LOCATIONS 

NOTE:

The following description and illustrations deal specifically with the VAG1551 
scan tool. VAG 1552 and VAS 5051 procedures are similar.

CAUTION: Before beginning repairs on the electrical system: 

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Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.  

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Switch off all electrical consumers.  

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Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.  

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Disconnect negative (-) battery terminal.  

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When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals, observe all 
applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on 
performing OBD program and electrical system function checks as 
specified. . 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - New Beetle (Instrument Cluster, Data Bus & 

Anti-theft Immobilizer)

  

Fig. 83: Identifying Instrument Cluster Electrical & Electronic 
Components - From 06.99 & Up 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - New Beetle (Instrument Cluster, Data Bus & 

Anti-theft Immobilizer)

  

1. Instrument cluster -K- 

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Monitored by OBD  

2. Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor -G2- 

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Location depends on type of engine  

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Monitored by OBD  

3. Speedometer vehicle speed sensor (VSS) -G22- 

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Location, See Fig. 84  

4. Sender for fuel gauge sender -G- 

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Location, See Fig. 85  

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Monitored by OBD  

5. Outside air temperature sensor -G17- 

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Location, See Fig. 86  

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Monitored by OBD  

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - New Beetle (Instrument Cluster, Data Bus & 

Anti-theft Immobilizer)

  

Fig. 84: Identifying Speedometer Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) 
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. 

The speedometer sensor -arrow- is located in the area of the left-hand drive shaft flange on manual and 
automatic gearbox vehicles. 

 

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS 

1998-2004 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT On Board Diagnostic (OBD) - New Beetle (Instrument Cluster, Data Bus & 

Anti-theft Immobilizer)

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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