P052A Code

[Throttle]

Hi, i've had P052A lingering as an intermittent code for awhile, but today it finally turned into a CEL. The research i've done varies btwn camshaft position sensor to VVT actuator/solenoid. Anyone else have this? - Would appreciate some guidance!

Cold Start "A" Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced.

[Throttle]

2016 Audi a3 2.0t Quattro

I did google it but didn’t find much for the A3/8v. What did you find?

[MikTip]

2016 Audi a3 2.0t Quattro

I did google it but didn’t find much for the A3/8v. What did you find?

What are you using to get this code?

The A3 repair manual does not list P052A...

The VW manual has it...

https://www.vwvortex.com/threads/p00...valve.8404802/

P052A Cold Start "A" Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced Bank 1

Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1 - N205- ,
Checking
General Description
The camshaft’s task is to operate the valves at the right time and
in the right order to control the charge cycle. Camshaft adjustment
using the Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1 - N205- varies the opening
times of the valves to suit all operating conditions. This ensures
ideal charge cycles within a wide range of engine speeds
and loads. Fuel consumption and pollutant emissions are reduced,
torque and smoothness increased. In engines with a
double overhead camshaft the size and positioning of the valve
opening overlap can be influenced, enhancing characteristics in
full-load and part-load operation. In continuous camshaft adjustment,
the adjustment is infinitely variable within specific parameters

IGNITION: OFF.
- DISCONNECT: Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1
- N205- harness connector.
- CHECK: Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1 - N205-
component connector terminals 1 to 2 for resistance.
- SPECIFIED VALUE: 5 to 20 Ω (at approx. 20°C)
Was Value obtained?

NO:
-REPLACE: Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1 -

If your going to DIY repair it there are electrical items to check...

Or take it to a shop.