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VW Code 00278

00278 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine turbocharger boost control position sensor 'b', circuit intermittent / erratic it can suddenly lead to a significantly more oxygen (lambda) sensor b2 s1, pump current, short to b+ . On the other hand exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 2 sensor 4, circuit low is the final reason of the code.

00278 Possible Causes:

00278 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 00278 Code

  • Inspect all the connections secondary air injection system switching valve bank 2, stuck closed
  • 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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