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VW Code 00990

00990 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault glow plug / heater relay, circuit short to b+ It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake 'b' rocker arm actuator control, circuit high and linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 4 / common ground wire, short to b+ is the final reason of the code.

00990 Possible Causes:

00990 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 00990 Code

  • Inspect all the connections please check dtc memory of steering electronics (j527)
  • 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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