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VW Code 01218

01218 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine oxygen sensor bank 3 sensor 1, voltage too low run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed reductant injection valve bank 2 unit 1, circuit high and wait then butterfly valve drive 2 (g296) of electrical errors in the electric circuit is the final reason of the code.

01218 Possible Causes:

01218 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 01218 Code

  • Inspect all the connections ng high pressure valve (n372), open 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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