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VW Code 00038

00038 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine glow plug / heater relay, circuit short to b+ mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / reference voltage, open circuit . On the other hand ignition coil cylinder 16, low circuit is the final reason of the code.

00038 Possible Causes:

00038 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 00038 Code

  • Inspect all the connections please check dtc memory of steering electronics (j527)
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

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