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Testing if display approx. 140° C:

-- Disconnect the IAT sensor -G42- electrical harness connector.

-- Turn the ignition switch ON.

-- Check the value indicated on the scan tool display.

If indication jumps to approx. - 40 °C or - 46 °C:

-- Switch ignition OFF.

-- Replace the IAT sensor -G42-. Refer to the Repair information.

If the indication remains at approx. 140 °C:

Checking wiring 

-- Remove the Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623-. Refer to the Repair information.

-- Disconnect the ECM harness connector.

-- Using a multimeter, check the IAT sensor -G42- electrical harness connector terminal 1 to engine ground for continuity.

Fig 1: 2-Pin Electrical Connector & Terminals
GWWA28-0040Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Specified value: OL or No continuity.

If the specified value was Not obtained:

-- Check the wiring for a short circuit to Ground.

-- If necessary, repair the faulty wiring connection.

-- Check the electrical harness connector for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.

If no malfunction is found in wiring:

-- Replace the Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623-. Refer to the Repair information.

Final procedures 

After the repair work, the following work steps must be performed in the following sequence:

  1. Check the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 03 - READ DTC MEMORY .
  2. If necessary, erase the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY .
  3. If the DTC memory was erased, generate readiness code. Refer to READINESS CODE .