00194

00194 – Ignition Key Removal Lock

00194 – Ignition Key Removal Lock: Implausible Signal

Possible Causes

  • Communication Failure with Gear Selector Module
  • Selector Lever (E313) faulty
  • Tiptronic Buttons (F189) in Selector Lever (E313) faulty

Possible Solutions

  • Check Communication with Gear Selector Module
  • Check Selector Lever (E313)
    • Check Measuring Value Block (MVB) in Transmission Control Module
  • Check Tiptronic Buttons (F189) in Selector Lever (E313)
    • Check Measuring Value Block (MVB) in Transmission Control Module

Special Notes

 

00194 – Ignition Key Removal Lock: Open or Short to Ground

Possible Symptoms

  • Ignition Key cannot be removed from ignition switch with Transmission in Park.
  • PRND21 indicator is not reading correctly in the instrument cluster.
  • Ignition Key CAN be removed from ignition switch with Transmission in ANY selector position.

Possible Causes

  • The N376-Ignition Key Withdrawal Lock Solenoid could have failed.
  • The N376 is loose in the housing.
  • There is electrical fault with the wiring/connectors for the N376.

Possible Solutions

  • Verify the N376-Ignition Key Withdrawal Lock Solenoid is installed correctly.
  • Verify the N376 is not an Open Circuit’
  • Replaced failed N376 with newest/updated part from the manufacture

Special Notes

  • Most of the above is applicable when found in 2005 and newer Jetta A5, 2006 and newer Volkswagen GTI, Golf, Rabbit and EOS
    • Please see Volkswagen’s Tech Tip (28-08-02). It states « DO NOT replace the ignition switch, lock cylinder, or lock housing assembly » before verifying the proper operation of the N376 (sometimes referred to as the ‘catch’)
    • Use Measuring Value Block Group [005] in the [16-Steering wheel] controller to verify proper operation of the N376.
      • Field (3) in the MVB-[005] must display [On] when any driving position is selected.
      • Field (4) in MVB-[005] must display [Ok]
    • Part number for the « catch » has been updated several times, check with your local parts department for the latest and correct part for the vehicle in question.