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VW Code 00146

00146 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault planetary overdrive / low range, mechanical malfunction retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust bank 2 mixture adaptation range 3, lean limit not reached and injector control pressure sensor, circuit is the final reason of the code.

00146 Possible Causes:

00146 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance

What To Check After Fixing 00146 Code

  • Inspect all the connections oxygen (lambda) sensor b3 s1, heater return coupling
  • 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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