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Removing and installing throttle valve module J338, version 1 — AUDI

Removing and installing throttle valve module J338, version 1 on Audi: 11 steps, engines CTSA, CZGA. What to remove, in what order, and what to check.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

11 steps 2 engine codes

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi Q3 (8U, 2011–2018)

  • Renewed: gasket

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  • Disregard (item 1).
  • Disregard (item 2).
  • Renew gasket and O-ring.

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove bolts (arrows) and detach air duct (1).
  2. Release hose clip (arrow) and detach air hose.
  3. Loosen hose clip (2).
  4. Unplug electrical connector (3) at charge pressure sender G31 / intake air temperature sender 2G299. [Note: Disregard (item 1).]
  5. Unplug electrical connectors: [Note: Disregard (item 2).]
CTSA? Steps differ between engine variants — check this job against your exact car before you commit to it. Check my car — free →
  1. Disengage activated charcoal filter solenoid valve 1N80(item 1).
  2. Remove bolt (2).
  3. Release hose clip (3) and detach hose.
  4. Remove bolts (arrows) and detach throttle valve module J338(item 1) with connection from air hose (2). [Note: Renew gasket and O-ring.]
  5. Electrical connections and routing .
  6. After renewing, perform "“Adaption”" for engine control unit J623/throttle valve module J338 using , Guided Functions.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.