Hella 014494231 Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Sensor

HELLA Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor for Touareg

Restore accurate exhaust temperature monitoring with this HELLA Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Sensor, part number 014494231. It features a 450 mm cable, a bolted mounting design, and a 2-pole connector for a direct-fit service replacement on select Volkswagen Touareg diesel applications.

Key Features

• Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) sensor for emission control systems
• 450 mm cable length for proper routing
• Bolted mounting type
• 2-pole electrical connection
• Fits 2011-2012 Volkswagen Touareg, including before diesel particulate filter locations
• HELLA part number 014494231 for catalog matching

Detailed Description

HELLA 014494231 is an exhaust gas temperature sensor used to monitor exhaust heat levels in diesel emission control systems. On 2011-2012 Volkswagen Touareg models, this sensor is listed for N/A position fitment and for locations before the diesel particulate filter, making it a relevant replacement when the original sensor is no longer reading accurately or the circuit has failed. The HELLA brand line is associated with OE-focused electrical and sensor components, and this part follows the specified bolted, 2-pole configuration for the listed application.

This part cross-references Anchor 9594 and Gates 12237 for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Correcting inaccurate exhaust temperature readings
• Addressing EGT sensor fault codes
• Restoring diesel emission system monitoring on a Volkswagen Touareg
• Replacing a damaged or failed sensor before the diesel particulate filter
• Supporting proper exhaust aftertreatment system operation

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector style, 2-pole layout, and 450 mm lead length before installation. Confirm the sensor location on the vehicle, especially for Touareg applications listed before the diesel particulate filter, and compare the mounting style to the original unit. Always match the part number 014494231 and vehicle fitment details before service.

Quality Assurance

HELLA 014494231 is built to the listed OE-style fitment and specification details for the confirmed Volkswagen Touareg applications. Use the vehicle identification number and original sensor configuration to confirm application accuracy before ordering.