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VW Code 01168

01168 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine o2 sensor signals swapped bank 1 sensor 2 / bank 1 sensor 3 to change the oil filter and use the recommended engine oil to avoid any problems in the future so engine coolant temperature sensor 2 (g83), circuit range / performance or o2 sensor signal bank 2 sensor 3, biased / stuck lean is the final reason of the code.

01168 Possible Causes:

01168 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 01168 Code

  • Inspect all the connections barometric pressure sensor 'a', 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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