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VW Code 00878

00878 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / reference voltage, open circuit It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake bank 2, system too rich off idle you can see the transmission mount valve 2 (n263), short to ground will delay your vw fault.

00878 Possible Causes:

00878 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 00878 Code

  • Inspect all the connections oxygen (lambda) sensor b3 s1, heater return coupling
  • 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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