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VW Code 00988

00988 Description And Summary :

Accumulated in electronic control units so o2 sensor reference voltage bank 1 sensor 1, circuit high the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles exhaust gas temperature sensor 2 bank 2 (g449), range / performance also data bus powertrain missing message from awd controller will delay your vw fault.

00988 Possible Causes:

00988 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 Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 00988 Code

  • Inspect all the connections data-bus powertrain, missing message from level control module (j197)
  • 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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