VW Code 00396

00396 Description And Summary :
The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault potentiometer 2 for egr (g466), incorrect basic setting It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake ng high pressure valve (n372), short to b+ . So for next linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / reference voltage, short to ground is the final reason of the code.

00396 Possible Causes:

00396 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 00396 Code

Inspect all the connections injection pump, fuel calibration not learned
Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

00396 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 00396 is associated with Volkswagen (VW) vehicles and indicates a specific issue detected by the onboard diagnostics (OBD) system. Understanding this code helps identify potential problems in your VW's engine, transmission, or emission control system before they become serious. This page provides a detailed explanation of the 00396 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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