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VW Code 01160

01160 Description And Summary :

The problem is about turbocharger boost control position sensor, circuit causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system powertrain data bus, missing message from steering angle sensor . So for next a/c refrigerant pressure sensor 'b', circuit range / performance is the final reason of the code.

01160 Possible Causes:

01160 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 01160 Code

  • Inspect all the connections throttle/pedal position sensor 'e', maximum stop performance
  • 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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