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VW Code 01179

01179 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine exhaust gas recirculation throttle control, circuit 'a' high the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles generator lamp/l-terminal, circuit low you can see the transmission mount valve 2 (n263), open circuit will delay your vw fault.

01179 Possible Causes:

01179 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 01179 Code

  • Inspect all the connections cylinder 8 injector, data incompatible
  • 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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