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Steering column fault code

  • 11-01-2019 6:34pm
    #1
    Pablo_
    Registered Users Posts: 188 ✭✭


    Hi

    I searched for similar problem but didn't see any on this forum, so here's the query on my 2007 VW Jetta 1.4 petrol (electric steering column):

    Engine Management Light is on and I have a fault code showing "Steering Column Module No Communications U0212 Open Circuit/Short With Ground"

    So the U0212 is pretty common, but I have had this fault erased twice by mechanics, but Engine Management light reappears after few days. Though it does go off from time to time for few hours.

    I have checked all fuses relating to steering column but all seemed fine. Used handy website for fuse board map: https://www.justanswer.com/vw-volkswagen/60uas-volkswagen-jetta-2-5-fuse-layouts-inside-outside-needed.html

    Anyone have any experience with this? Or perhaps any info on how I check grounding points for the steering column control panel. I know this is under the steering wheel but looks beyond my ability to replace it (due to airbag etc).

    Thanks in advance


Comments

  • #2
    Toyotafanboi
    Registered Users Posts: 12,917 ✭✭✭✭Toyotafanboi


    The control module itself ("clock spring") is popular for failing in those. I wouldn't be doing wiring checks or anything, the likelihood is you need a new module.


  • #3
    Pablo_
    Registered Users Posts: 188 ✭✭Pablo_


    Thanks toyotafanboi, I'll ask a mechanic how much to replace it if i source one


  • #4
    biko
    Registered Users Posts: 81,223 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Not DIY, moved out from forum


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