Audi: No place for spacer
This bulletin applies to 2007 Audi Cabriolet A4, S4 and RS4 vehicles. A multiple misfire condition may be experienced, with the MIL on and one or more of the following DTCs:
P0300…P0306………Random/multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0335………………..Crankshaft position sensor A (G28) circuit malfunction
P0336………………..Crankshaft position sensor A (G28) circuit range/performance
P0321………………..Ignition/distributor engine speed input circuit range/performance
P0322………………..Ignition/distributor engine speed input circuit – no signal
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| Remove the spacer (No. 3 shown here) located between the engine speed sensor and the gearbox. |
The condition may be caused by a spacer installed between the engine speed sensor and the gearbox.
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Locate the engine speed sensor.
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Remove the spacer from between the rpm sensor and the gearbox and discard the spacer.
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Reinstall the rpm sensor, torquing the bolt to 10 Nm.
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With VAS 5051 or VAS 5052 diagnostic tool connected, check the ECM for DTCs and for misfire detection in Measuring Value Blocks (MVB) 015 and 016.
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Erase DTCs as necessary.
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