2000 AUDI A8 AEB Engine OBD and DTC

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On Board Diagnostic (OBD)

Function

The Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) system is
equipped with an Engine Control Module (ECM) -
J220- with On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
capability.
When malfunctions occur in sensors or
components monitored by OBD, Diagnostic
Trouble Codes (DTC) are stored in DTC
memory.
Stored DTCs are identified using the VAG 1551
Scan Tool (ST) Page 01
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After the necessary repairs are completed, DTC
memory must be erased Page 01
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OBD II legal regulations require a display
(readiness code) that shows inspection
readiness for the annual exhaust emissions test.
The readiness code shows that every component
and/or system that affects exhaust emissions,
which can lead to the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(MIL) being switched on, has been operated at
least once with positive results.
The readiness code is reset and/or erased and
must be regenerated every time DTC memory is
erased, the power supply to the ECM -J220- is
interrupted (example: when connecting test box
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
function, checking

If a malfunction is recognized by the Engine
Control Module (ECM), this is indicated by the
MIL coming on.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
Note:
When a recognized malfunction switches on the MIL, it will either blink or
light continuously. In either case, DTC memory must be checked Page 01
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If the MIL starts to blink, there is a malfunction that can lead to
damage of the Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC). In this case,
driving should only continue using reduced power. The malfunction
must be rectified as quickly as possible. If the MIL lights continuously, there is a malfunction that affects
exhaust emissions. In this case, DTC memory must be checked, and
the malfunction must be rectified as quickly as possible. Some malfunctions may occur without causing the MIL to come on.
When driveability or performance problems are reported, and there is
no indication from the MIL, the operation of the MIL must be checked.
In addition, DTC memory must be checked, as there may be
malfunctions stored that do not switch the MIL on immediately.
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Checking function

- Switch ignition on.

MIL must light up.

- If MIL does not light when ignition is switched
on, check wiring to MIL as follows: Cause:
MIL is not triggered, or does not light, due to faulty
wiring or open circuit. Remedy:
- Switch ignition off.
- Connect VAG 1598/22 test box.
- Connect jumper wire to bridge test box sockets 2 and 17.
- Switch ignition on.
MIL must light up.
If MIL does not light:
- Switch ignition off.
- Check bulb for MIL.
If bulb is OK:
- Check wiring for open circuit between MIL and Motronic ECM -
J220- using applicable wiring diagram.
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If wiring is OK:
Malfunction:

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- Check and erase Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory and
generate new readiness code.
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If MIL lights up when ignition is switched on,
continue checking as follows:

- Start engine and let run at idle.

MIL must go out after a few seconds.
If MIL does not go out:

- Check Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory
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If there are no malfunctions stored in DTC
memory: Cause:
MIL is triggered continuously due to short
circuit to Ground. Remedy:
- Switch ignition off.
- Connect VAG 1598/22 test box.
- Check resistance between test box socket 17 and vehicle Ground,
specified value: (no continuity) If the specified value is not obtained:
- Check for short circuit to Ground in wiring from Motronic Engine Control
Module (ECM) -J220- to MIL.
- Trace malfunction using applicable wiring diagram and repair as
necessary.
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If there is no continuity, and no short circuit to Ground:
Malfunction:

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- Check and erase Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory and generate
new readiness code.
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On Board Diagnostic (OBD) technical data

Memory

Temporary memory and permanent memory (If the engine control module is disconnected from the Battery Positive
Voltage (B+) supply, the readiness code and learning values will be erased. Any malfunctions stored in DTC memory are
not erased)
Data output
Rapid data transfer
Additional malfunction indication by Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) lighting up
ECM identification
Page 01
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ECM functions

The Motronic ECM -J220- performs different OBD functions, carried out with the ignition switched on or with the engine
running. Following are the conditions required to carry out each of the specific functions.
Address words:
Address word 00: Automatic Test Sequence r Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle
Address word 01: Engine Electronics r Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle
Address word 33: OBD II (generic scan tool) r Ignition switched on -or- Engine running at idle
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