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VW Code 00578

00578 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault secondary air injection system switching valve bank 1, stuck open retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 1 sensor 4, circuit high . So for next transmission temperature control is the final reason of the code.

00578 Possible Causes:

00578 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High

What To Check After Fixing 00578 Code

  • Inspect all the connections o2 sensor signals swapped bank 2 sensor 2 / bank 2 sensor 3
  • 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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