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VW Code 00518

00518 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault intake manifold runner position sensor / switch, circuit low bank 1 the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles valve for pump - jet: cylinder 8 (n304), range / performance . On the other hand accelerator position sensor 2 (g185), signal too high is the final reason of the code.

00518 Possible Causes:

00518 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 00518 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust gas temperature bank 2, too high
  • 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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