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VW Code 02971

02971 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing cylinder 6 above knock threshold the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles fuel injection valve 3 (n368), short to ground and please check dtc memory of adr control module is the final reason of the code.

02971 Possible Causes:

02971 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance

What To Check After Fixing 02971 Code

  • Inspect all the connections relays for pump load air cooling (j536), short-circuit after pluses
  • 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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