So you got a MIL and it came up with a couple of different codes pointing to your Flap motor being stuck open or basic settings being incomplete. Here is a quick DIY for changing that bitch.
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It is a fairly simple procedure but it's a little tight but work through it and you'll be fine.
DISCLAIMER: Work on your car at your own risk. Do not blame me if you break something, strip a bolt or maim/kill yourself in the process.
TOOLS needed:
Flat screwdriver
T30 torx bit in a ratchet (if you want to, you can grind the bit down to make it shorter but it worked for me just fine without grinding)
T30 torx key (like an allen key but with t30 torx) - optional
New flap motor
VAG-COM (to run basic settings)
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TIME needed:
30 minutes to an hour
PITA factor:
3 out of 10
Prestep: Remove the engine cover if you have it. Skip the prestep if you have an CAI.
Step 1: Locate the IMRC motor.
It's on the driver's side of the engine, under the HPFP on the side of the intake manifold. See the pic below, its circled in red.
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Step 2: Remove the wiring harness that's in the way.
Just unplug all connectors that you see attached to that big harness. Throttle body, HPFP, the motor itself, etc. It will make life a little easier. Don't worry about re-connecting - they all fit one way and you can't plug it in wrong. See pic.
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Step 3: Remove the three (3) T30 torx bolts holding the motor to the intake manifold and unclip the relay rod.
It is a bit of a PITA since there's little room down there and you can't really see the bolts. There are 2 at the front and 1 in the back of the motor. Feel around for them and remove them with a T30 bit in a ratchet or a T30 key. Unclip the relay rod from the motor, it just pops off.
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Step 4:
Remove the old motor.
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Step 5: Reinstall/recommend the new motor.
Make sure the tab in the front lines up with the little hole. See pic. Also, put a little grease on the relay rod ball. I also recommend putting the bolts through the motor first and then sliding it up into place. Try to screw the bolts in by hand as much as you can, it'll save you some time.
Reconnect all the plugs on the harness. Like I said before - they only clip on one way. Install engine cover.
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Step 6: VAG-COM time.
From www.ross-tech.com (http://wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/2.0l_TFSI_(AXX/BGB/BPJ/BPY/BWA)#Basic_Setting)
Intake Manifold Runner
Prerequisites:
* Ignition ON
* Engine OFF
* System voltage at least 11.0 V.
[Select]
[01 - Engine]
[Basic Settings - 04]
Group 142
[Go!]
Activate the Basic Setting.
[ON/OFF/Next]
Wait until Field 4 shows "ADP. O.K.".
[Done, Go Back]
[Close Controller, Go Back - 06]
* Switch Ignition OFF for at least 60 seconds.
That's it, you're done. Go drink yourself into a stupor to celebrate another victory! :laugh:
It is a fairly simple procedure but it's a little tight but work through it and you'll be fine.
DISCLAIMER: Work on your car at your own risk. Do not blame me if you break something, strip a bolt or maim/kill yourself in the process.
TOOLS needed:
Flat screwdriver
T30 torx bit in a ratchet (if you want to, you can grind the bit down to make it shorter but it worked for me just fine without grinding)
T30 torx key (like an allen key but with t30 torx) - optional
New flap motor
VAG-COM (to run basic settings)
TIME needed:
30 minutes to an hour
PITA factor:
3 out of 10
Prestep: Remove the engine cover if you have it. Skip the prestep if you have an CAI.
Step 1: Locate the IMRC motor.
It's on the driver's side of the engine, under the HPFP on the side of the intake manifold. See the pic below, its circled in red.
Step 2: Remove the wiring harness that's in the way.
Just unplug all connectors that you see attached to that big harness. Throttle body, HPFP, the motor itself, etc. It will make life a little easier. Don't worry about re-connecting - they all fit one way and you can't plug it in wrong. See pic.
Step 3: Remove the three (3) T30 torx bolts holding the motor to the intake manifold and unclip the relay rod.
It is a bit of a PITA since there's little room down there and you can't really see the bolts. There are 2 at the front and 1 in the back of the motor. Feel around for them and remove them with a T30 bit in a ratchet or a T30 key. Unclip the relay rod from the motor, it just pops off.
Step 4:
Remove the old motor.
Step 5: Reinstall/recommend the new motor.
Make sure the tab in the front lines up with the little hole. See pic. Also, put a little grease on the relay rod ball. I also recommend putting the bolts through the motor first and then sliding it up into place. Try to screw the bolts in by hand as much as you can, it'll save you some time.
Reconnect all the plugs on the harness. Like I said before - they only clip on one way. Install engine cover.
Step 6: VAG-COM time.
From www.ross-tech.com (http://wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/2.0l_TFSI_(AXX/BGB/BPJ/BPY/BWA)#Basic_Setting)
Intake Manifold Runner
Prerequisites:
* Ignition ON
* Engine OFF
* System voltage at least 11.0 V.
[Select]
[01 - Engine]
[Basic Settings - 04]
Group 142
[Go!]
Activate the Basic Setting.
[ON/OFF/Next]
Wait until Field 4 shows "ADP. O.K.".
[Done, Go Back]
[Close Controller, Go Back - 06]
* Switch Ignition OFF for at least 60 seconds.
That's it, you're done. Go drink yourself into a stupor to celebrate another victory! :laugh:
