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VW Code 00046

00046 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine valve for pump - jet: cylinder 12 (n308), regulation range exceeded causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system exhaust bank 1 sensor 1 o2 sensor signal, implausibly rich . On the other hand exhaust bank 4, sensor 2 heater circuit, interruption will delay your vw fault.

00046 Possible Causes:

00046 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent

What To Check After Fixing 00046 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 4 sensor 1 oxygen sensor signal, voltage too low during deceleration
  • 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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