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VW Code 00281

00281 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so ignition coil 'k' primary control, short to plus to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so signal for back-up lights, short to b+ and exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 2 sensor 5, circuit range / performance will delay your vw fault.

00281 Possible Causes:

00281 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 00281 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 3, probe 1 heating circuit short-circuit after mass
  • 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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