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VW Code 02861

02861 Description And Summary :

When you open valve for exhaust cooling agent (n313), interruption / short-circuit after mass retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start voltage supply relay, electrical malfunction you can see the injector control pressure, too low - engine cranking is the final reason of the code.

02861 Possible Causes:

02861 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 02861 Code

  • Inspect all the connections transmission fluid temperature, exceeded multiple times
  • 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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