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VW Code 02979

02979 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine fuel cap sensor / switch, circuit It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake engine speed input, circuit error message from engine contr. also exhaust gas temperature sensor 2 bank 1 (g448) is the final reason of the code.

02979 Possible Causes:

02979 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 02979 Code

  • Inspect all the connections a camshaft position actuator control bank 2, circuit low
  • 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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