Servotronic valve, checking

Remove driver's side storage compartment.
DRIVER'S STORAGE COMPARTMENT, REMOVING .

For Right Hand Drive (RHD) vehicles
Unbolt mounting bracket and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Fuse Holder Mounting Bracket

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Remove relay for servotronic control module -J236-, position 13.
Adjust VAG1526 digital multimeter to resistance range up to 200 Ohm.
Measure at relay connector between terminals 2 and terminal 5.
1. Specification: 5 to 20 Ohm.
If specified value is not obtained:
Disconnect connector for servotronic, (in left wheel housing, see SERVOTRONIC VALVE, CHECKING ).
Check wire between relay connector and servotronic valve for short circuit and open circuit.
See appropriate System Wiring Diagrams article.
If the wire connection is OK, remove steering gear and replace servotronic valve.

Fig 2: Identifying Servotronic Control Module -J236- Relay Terminals

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