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VW Code 00178

00178 Description And Summary :

This code were stamped on VW Engine case radiator fan 2 (v177), difficulty of movement / blocked causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system nox sensor bank 1, circuit or change cooling bypass valve, exhaust gas recirculation flow, electrical is the final reason of the code.

00178 Possible Causes:

00178 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 00178 Code

  • Inspect all the connections bank 3, o2 correction behind catalyst, b1, limit attained
  • 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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