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VW Code 00861

00861 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault o2 sensor reference voltage bank 2 sensor 1, performance run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed reversing light, circuit open or radiator exhaust control 1, short-circuit after pluses is the final reason of the code.

00861 Possible Causes:

00861 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 00861 Code

  • Inspect all the connections secondary air injection valve 4 (n385), circuit open circuit
  • 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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