01826

01826 - Sensor for Steering Angle (G85); Supply Voltage Terminal 30

Possible Symptoms

• Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) active

Possible Causes

• Temporary Supply Voltage Interruption
• Steering Angle Sensor (G85) faulty
• Steering Column Control Module (J527) faulty

Possible Solutions

• Perform Steering Angle Sensor (G85) Adaptation
  • See Vehicle specific Diagnostic Procedures for Details
• Check/Replace Steering Angle Sensor (G85)
• Check/Replace Steering Column Control Module (J527)

Special Notes

• When found in Audi A4/S4/RS4/Cabriolet (8E/8H): Brake Electronics, these are the most likely causes if the Basic Setting fails or the Fault comes back shortly after clearing. See TPI 0984403 for further details.
  • MY 2001: Steering Column Control Module (J527) was the most common fault
  • MY 2002: Steering Angle Sensor (G85) was the most common fault
  • MY 2003/2004: Experience has shown the Steering Angle Sensor (G85) were the only cause, Steering Column Control Module (J527) were not defective yet.
  • MY 2006: Steering Column Control Module (J527) was the most common fault