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01520 Rain and Light Recognition Sensor (G397)

1 manufacturer-specific interpretation across 1 manufacturer in the TuningBot DTC database.

OEM
Brand pages:VAG

VAG

1 interpretation
01520
Rain and Light Recognition Sensor (G397) VAG · unknown Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Rain and Light Recognition Sensor (G397) circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Documented stored variants include: Implausible Signal. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

Rain/Light Recognition Sensor (G397) not functioning

Possible causes

  • Fuse(s) faulty
  • Wiring from/to Rain/Light Recognition Sensor (G397) faulty
  • Central Electronics Control Module (J519) incorrectly coded

Recommended checks

  • Check Fuse(s)
  • Check Wiring from/to Rain/Light Recognition Sensor (G397)
  • Check Central Electronics Control Module (J519) Coding
Applies to Volkswagen

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Frequently asked questions about 01520

What does 01520 mean?

Rain and Light Recognition Sensor (G397). The control module detected a fault associated with the Rain and Light Recognition Sensor (G397) circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Documented stored variants include: Implausible Signal. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Is 01520 generic or manufacturer-specific?

01520 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove 01520 at file level?

Not guaranteed. 01520 is a manufacturer-specific code in an OEM format, so removability depends on the specific control unit and how the fault is implemented - some can be handled, some cannot. Ask for a quote and our engineers will check your file and tell you, free of charge, whether 01520 is removable in your case.

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