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VW Code 01490

01490 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing cylinder 8 injector, data incompatible causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system mil control circuit, open / short to b+ . So for next starter interlock, circuit open will delay your vw fault.

01490 Possible Causes:

01490 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off

What To Check After Fixing 01490 Code

  • Inspect all the connections friction too high, intake cam adjustment bank 2
  • 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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