Technical Bulletin
Model(s)

Year

Jetta Sedan, Jetta
SportWagen, Jetta
Wagon, Rabbit, Golf,
Golf Wagon

Passat, Beetle, Beetle
Convertible

2009-2013

2012-2013

Eng. Code

Trans. Code

2.5L

5 spd Manual
(MQ250)

(CBTA, CBUA)

VIN Range To

All

All

All

All

6 spd Automatic
(AQ250)
5 spd Manual
(MQ250)

2.5L
(CBTA, CBUA)

VIN Range
From

6 spd Automatic
(AQ250)

Condition
15 12 04 Dec 21, 2012 2032173
Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1 -N205- Diagnosis
One or more of the following fault codes may be stored in the ECM Fault Memory:

DTC
P0011

Description
“A” Camshaft Position (Bank1)
Timing over-advanced or System Performance

P000A

"A" Camshaft Position Slow Response (Bank 1)

P052A

Cold Start "A" Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced

Note:
DO NOT diagnose or replace components due to camshaft position faults before performing the repair procedure
as outlined in this bulletin.
DO NOT diagnose or replace camshaft control valve before performing the repair procedure as outlined in this
bulletin.

Technical Background
Completing the GFF function test and performing basic settings on the camshaft adjustment valve are essential to
diagnose proper operation and to avoid unnecessary replacements.

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Production Solution
Optimized engine cleaning procedure in production.

Service
Note:
Test steps for this bulletin are written for diagnosis using Off-board Diagnosis Information System (ODIS).
Though the tests performed will be the same, the process required to run the function tests may be different if
VAS-PC is used.
Perform Guided Fault Finding test plan for N205 – Camshaft adjustment valve 1 to determine operation of
valve

• Once ODIS has loaded, and the
vehicle information has been
updated, select the “Test Plan” top
tab.
• Select either the “Select self test”
button and locate the test plan for
the “N205 - Camshaft adjustment
valve 1,” or utilizing the search
button in the “Extras” drop down
side tab, search for “N205” with
the object type “Test” selected.
• Attach the “N205 – Camshaft
adjustment valve 1 (Rep.Gr.15)”
test to the test plan list.
• Highlight the N205 – Camshaft
adjustment valve 1 test plan and
select “Perform Test”.

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• When the test starts, the
Camshaft adjustment valve N205- will be activated via the
output diagnosis test mode, listen
and/or feel for an audible “click”
sound coming from the N205
adjustment valve
• Answer on screen prompts

Tip:
The audible “click” sound may be heard easier if the engine compartment is open

• If audible “click” noise is heard,
the valve itself, wires and the
control module are OK.
• If prompted to continue function
test, select “No”
• Complete remainder of test plan.
• If audible “click” noise is not
heard, continue Guided Fault
Finding based diagnosis.

Tip:
If audible “click” noise is heard, the N205 Camshaft adjustment valve is operational, and basic settings must be
performed to verify full functionality of the camshaft adjustment system.
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Perform basic settings to verify proper functionality of N205 - Camshaft adjustment valve 1

Note:
The engine must be running at idle, with the transmission in the park or neutral positions, in order to perform the
following procedure.

• Open the “Control modules” top
tab.
• Right click on the engine control
module in the control module list
and select “Control module OBD.”
• Select “Basic Setting”.

• Scroll through the function group
selection list and select function
group “94”.
• Select “Read measured values”
button.

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• Select “Basic setting” button.
• Simultaneously hold the brake
pedal and press the throttle pedal
to “wide open throttle” for the
duration of the test.

• System status will be displayed
when test is complete.

• If system is OK and vehicle has less than 5000 miles over all or since last oil service, do not replace N205 Camshaft adjustment valve 1. Clear fault codes, and perform road test to verify repair.
• If system is OK and has greater than 5000 miles over all or since last oil service, do not replace N205 Camshaft adjustment valve 1. Clear fault codes, change engine oil and filter, and perform road test to verify
repair.
• If faults return, this technical bulletin does not apply. Continue Guided Fault Finding based diagnosis.
• If system is not OK, this technical bulletin does not apply. Continue Guided Fault Finding based diagnosis.

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Warranty
To determine if this procedure is covered under Warranty, always refer to the Warranty Policies and
1)
Procedures Manual
Model(s)

Year(s)

Jetta Sedan, Jetta
SportWagen,
Jetta Wagon, Golf
Wagon, Rabbit,
Golf
Passat, Beetle,
Beetle
Convertible

2009-2013

2012-2013

Eng. Code(s)

Trans. Code(s)

2.5L

5 spd Manual
(MQ250)

(CBTA, CBUA)

VIN Range From

VIN Range
To

All

All

All

All

6 spd Automatic
(AQ250)
5 spd Manual
(MQ250)

2.5L
(CBTA, CBUA)

6 spd Automatic
(AQ250)

SAGA Coding
Claim Type:

Use applicable Claim Type

Service Number:
1584

Damage
Code
0010

1)

HST

Damage Location (Depends on Service No.)

--

Use applicable when indicated in ElsaWeb (L/R)

Parts
Manufacturer

2)

Golf, Rabbit

WWO

Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Jetta Wagon, Golf Wagon, Beetle, Beetle
Convertible

3ME

2)

Passat

TX6

2)

3)

Labor Operation : Oil/Filter Change

03030099 = 50 TU

Participating Dealers – Oil Program
Regular Material:

See ServiceNet: SAGA Job Aids “Oil Part Pricing

Synthetic oil part number G 052167S0, Qty. of 63 for SAGA Reimbursement”
Non-Participating Dealers – Oil Program
Outside Material:

See ServiceNet: SAGA Job Aids “Oil Part Pricing

Synthetic oil part number – SYNGOIL Qty. of 63

for SAGA Reimbursement”

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Diagnostic Time

4)

GFF Time expenditure

01500099 = 25 TU max.

YES

Road Test

01210004 = 10 TU

YES

Technical Diagnosis

01320000 = 00 TU max.

NO

Claim Comment: Input “As per Technical Bulletin 2032173” in comment section of Warranty Claim.
1)

Vehicle may be outside any Warranty in which case this Technical Bulletin is informational only

2)

Code per warranty vendor code policy.

3)

Labor Time Units (TUs) are subject to change with ELSA updates.

4)

Documentation required per Warranty Policy Procedures Manual.

Required Parts and Tools
Part Description

Part No:

Oil Filter

Quantity

06D 115 562

1

Participating Dealers – Oil Program
Oil, Synthetic

G 052167S0

6.3 Quarts

Non-Participating Dealers – Oil Program
Oil, Synthetic

SYNGOIL

6.3 Quarts

Tool Description

Tool No:

Midtronics Battery Tester/Charger

InCharge 940 (INC-940)

VAS Diagnostic Tool

VAS-PC, 5051B, 5052A, 6150X
(Base CD V19.01.00 and Brand DVD V19.18.00 or
higher)

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Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal.
Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.

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