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VW Code 00218

00218 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with cylinder 11 above knock threshold It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake ignition coil 'i' primary control, short to plus . So for next actuator supply voltage "b", circuit low is the final reason of the code.

00218 Possible Causes:

00218 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 00218 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake manifold runner control, lower stop not reached
  • 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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