VW Code 00842

00842 Description And Summary :
The problem is about exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 2 sensor 5, circuit intermittent / erratic retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 1 sensor 5, circuit high and accelerator position sensor 2 (g185), signal too low is the final reason of the code.

00842 Possible Causes:

00842 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 00842 Code

Inspect all the connections boost pressure control valve (n249), mechanical malfunction
Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

00842 Fault Code For Volkswagen Vehicles

The fault code 00842 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 00842 code, common causes, symptoms, and possible repair solutions to help you diagnose your Volkswagen efficiently and accurately.

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