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VW Code 01673

01673 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault catalyst system exhaust bank 3, effectiveness too low causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system o2 sensor signal bank 1 sensor 3, biased / stuck rich or solenoid ev 7 (n94), electrical malfunction will delay your vw fault.

01673 Possible Causes:

01673 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 01673 Code

  • Inspect all the connections secondary air injection system switching valve bank 2, stuck open
  • 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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