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1998 AUDI A3

1.6L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor472Torque2472Fluid6DTC645Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
U0126moderate severityNetwork

Lost Communication with Steering Angle Sensor Module

on 1998 Audi A3 1.6L I4 · FWD

What this code means

Cannot communicate with the steering angle sensor.

Symptoms

  • Stability control light
  • ESC disabled
  • Power steering warning (EPS vehicles)

Common causes

  • Sensor module failure
  • Clock spring issue
  • Wiring damage
  • CAN bus issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check module power
  2. Test clock spring
  3. Inspect wiring
  4. Check CAN bus

Repair notes

Check clock spring and wiring. Replace sensor module if needed.

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