2009 A4 emissions light - Error code help? (2024)

Hi All.

I am new to the forums, so I apologise if this doesn't read too well, but looking forward to helping people out in the future.

I have a 2009 A4 2.0 TDi S-line 170ps 6-speed manual Start/Stop - Current mileage 134500 (NOT QUATTRO)

Previously, I had a problem with a failed DFP sensor, which cost me £50 by the roadside, nearly 2.5 years ago. (Just after I had it)

Whilst on my home on Saturday, I had the Emissions Control Light come on again. 2009 A4 emissions light - Error code help? (1)

So, after the information i had from the VW Audi RAC guy who attended last time, I decided I would not risk driving it so I wouldn't risk clogging the DPF, just in case the same sensor had become clogged or failed.

However, I have had the car plugged in at the garage today (my old VAGCOM cable I had wont talk with my car) and it has thrown up a number of error codes on the intake side. This came as a kind of relief that the DPF isn't dead.

The car has been running fine the last few weeks and has been driven over 1000 miles in the last 2 weeks, mostly motorway driving.

Servicing is done on a long life service, as and when required with castrol edge oil. Air filter was replaced on the last service. Fuel filter was last replaced on the previous service.

I have looked up the codes (detailed below) and wondered if any of you guys could shed any light on it.

The garage has cleared the codes and advised they will re-check when it goes in for new brakes on Friday. 2009 A4 emissions light - Error code help? (2)

P1603 - Internal Control module Failed (Think this was caused by me trying my old cable)

The below is some further info I sourced off the web and I apologise for the way it is written, but I had to convert the info from Dutch to English.....

Error code decriptions:

Error Code: 18440 P2008

This error code is " Generic OBD " ( for each automaker same description and meaning).

The following symptoms / causes / solutions are specific to VAG cars ; to other car manufacturers who may differ in detail.

nl Valve Intake Manifold 1 Airflow Control for electrical fault in circuit

du Saugrohrklappe 1 für Luftstromsteuerung elektrischer Fehler im Kreis Strom

and Intake Manifold Flap, Bank 1 Circuit / Open - MIL On

Additional information on the error codes

Possible symptoms :

ERROR lamp (MIL) lights

Possible causes:

Fuse (s ) are poorly connected or defective

B + terminal 30 and B + terminal 15 is defective

Valve is contaminated

Valve is stuck
Wiring and / or connections to / from the control valve defect

Valve control does not work (properly)

Possible solutions:

Check / replace fuse (s)

remove the fuse (s) out

Make the ends of the fuse (s) clean (very light sanding with fine sandpaper , then very little contact spray on it)

fuse (s ) by measuring with a multimeter ( the fuse (s ) sometimes looks fine , but appearances can be deceiving )

fuse (s) replace / replace

Check B + B + terminal 30 and terminal 15

Check postition valve ( measuring blocks ) / Replace Valve

Disassemble the valve and clean him

Extra info :
These are the valves in the intake manifold. These sit there for part load, a tdi has through this way stratified

combustion = more economical. link , link . So to see something with the adjustment.

Flashy nothing serious as long as they are open , it does not cost . And in consumption also is not so bad .

This gives no lights etc in the dashboard. If you have full power , you can just drive

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Layout Code : P15A1

This error code is " Manufacturer Specific " ( for each automaker a different description and meaning). The following

description / symptoms / causes / solutions are specific to VAG cars.

nl Sensor Neutral Position unlikely signal

du and Neutral position (NP ) sensor implausible signal

Additional information on the error codes

Possible symptoms :

ERROR lamp (MIL) lights

Possible causes:

Wiring and / or connections faulty

sensor defective

Possible solutions:

Check / repair wiring and connections

Check ( measuring blocks ) / replace Sensor

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Error Code: 18441 P2009

This error code is " Generic OBD " ( for each automaker same description and meaning). The following symptoms / causes /

solutions are specific to VAG cars ; to other car manufacturers who may differ in detail.

nl Valve Intake Manifold 1 for Airflow Control signal is too weak

du Saugrohrklappe 1 für Luftstromsteuerung Signal zu klein

and Intake Manifold Flap ; Bank 1 Short to Ground - MIL ON

Additional information on the error codes

Possible symptoms :

ERROR lamp (MIL) lights

Possible causes:

Fuse (s ) are poorly connected or defective

B + terminal 30 and B + terminal 15 is defective

Valve is contaminated

Valve is stuck

Wiring and / or connections to / from the control valve defect

Valve control does not work (properly)

Possible solutions:

Check / replace fuse (s)

remove the fuse (s) out

Make the ends of the fuse (s) clean (very light sanding with fine sandpaper , then very little contact spray on it)

fuse (s ) by measuring with a multimeter ( the fuse (s ) sometimes looks fine , but appearances can be deceiving ) fuse (s) replace / replace

Check B + B + terminal 30 and terminal 15

Check postition valve ( measuring blocks ) / Replace Valve

Disassemble the valve and clean him

Extra info :

These are the valves in the intake manifold. These sit there for part load, a tdi has through this way stratified

combustion = more economical. link , link . So to see something with the adjustment. Flashy nothing serious as long

as they are open , it does not cost . And in consumption also is not so bad . This gives no lights etc in the dashboard.

If you have full power , you can just drive

Read this post on the audiforum.nl

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Error Code: 17424 P1016

This error code is " Manufacturer Specific " ( for each automaker a different description and meaning). The following

description / symptoms / causes / solutions are specific to VAG cars.

nl valve for filter bypass valve ( N275 ) interruption

du Ventil für Bypass Klappe Luftfilter ( N275 ) Unterbrechung

and Bypass Flap filter valve ( N275 ) Open Circuit

Additional information on the error codes

Possible symptoms :

unknown

Possible causes:

Wiring and / or connections faulty

( N275 ) faulty

Possible solutions:

Check the wiring and all connections

Check ( measuring blocks ) / replace ( N275 )

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Error Code: 16484 P0100 (the corresponding 'old VAG code' is: 00553)

This error code is "Generic OBD" (for each
automaker same description and meaning). The following symptoms / causes / solutions

are specific to VAG cars; to other car manufacturers who may differ in detail.

nl Air Flow Sensor (G70) supply

du Saugrohrdruck (G70) Anschlußspannung

and Mass Air Flow (MAF) (G70) Supply Voltage

Additional information on the error codes

Possible symptoms:

Probably no real serious problems

reduced ability

Infrequent / rough running

Engine stalls

Fuel consumption too high

exhaust smokes

ERROR lamp (MIL) lights

Possible causes:

This error code is usually caused when you plug the LMM disconnecting and then turn it on contact. The ECU sees no LMM more

Fuse (s) are poorly connected or defective

Check whether the MAS is not too close to a) ignition / bobinedraden solenoid valve, c) relays, d) motor

Bad contacts to / from the LMM (check especially the connection to the ECU)
Check for leaks past the LMM

The air filter is clogged (leak in the air intake)

Exhaust is blocked

Correct values ​​for the LMM are ao calculated on the basis of the values ​​that pass the MAP sensor. So check the MAPsensor:

MAP sensor itself

Wiring and / or connections faulty

Leakage to / from the MAP sensor

The LMM is polluted

if you use a reusable air filter that is soaked in oil, beware that there is not too much oil is (Just standard)

The LMM (G70) is broken

Possible solutions:

Error codes in the LMM are sometimes difficult to solve / able to put you on the wrong track

Reset the error code, and hope he does not come back

Before replacing the LMM (G70), first try the following once, maybe it helps:

Replace the air filter

make the MAS clean (blow or special cleaner), it does not often, but you never know

reset error codes

Check / replace fuse (s) remove the fuse (s) Make the ends of the fuse (s) clean (very light sanding with fine sandpaper, then very little contact spray on it)

fuse (s) by measuring with a multimeter (the fuse (s) sometimes looks fine, but appearances can be deceiving

fuse (s) replace / replace

Check the exhaust for blockage

Check / repair wiring and connections to / from the LMM
Check for leaks around the LMM

Check the voltage of the LMM

Check (measuring blocks) / replace LMM
Check (measuring blocks) / replace the MAP sensor

The dealer if there is a software update for the error check

The ECU, replace but that is the last solution

Extra info:

LMM (G70)

Air pressure sensor in the intake manifold / MAP sensor (G71)

For model years 1995-2004 (?), The TDI VAG a
bad reputation for the MAS. Which is slowly dirty and dirty (not easy to clean), and loses slowly (!)

Functionality, somewhat irregular course and loss of ability as a result. The functionality can be tested

by using [01 engine] a log, [meas.blocks-08], group 003 (3rd gear, floored by 1700-4000rpm)].

I appreciate you taking the time to look at this for me. :P

As a side note, have any of you had issues with wear on the drive shafts? I have had 2 inner cv's done this year and the outer on the O/S is now knocking. :(

Rob.

2009 A4 emissions light - Error code help? (2024)

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