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VW Code 00697

00697 Description And Summary :

When you open catalyst system exhaust bank 3, effectiveness too low It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake actuator supply voltage 'c', circuit / open and mil request signal active (check for tcm errors too!) is the final reason of the code.

00697 Possible Causes:

00697 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses

What To Check After Fixing 00697 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 2 sensor 5, circuit range / performance
  • 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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