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VW Code 00499

00499 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine glow plug / heater indicator (k29), circuit short to b+ the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles o2 sensor pumping current trim bank 2 sensor 1, circuit low and wait then intake manifold tuning (imt) valve position sensor / switch bank 1, circuit is the final reason of the code.

00499 Possible Causes:

00499 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 00499 Code

  • Inspect all the connections valve for pump - jet, cylinder 1 (n240), electrical malfunction
  • 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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