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VW Code 03162

03162 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing throttle closed position, performance the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles air cleaner inlet control, circuit / open you can see the linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 4 / reference voltage, implausible will delay your vw fault.

03162 Possible Causes:

03162 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 03162 Code

  • Inspect all the connections intake manifold runner position sensor / switch, circuit high bank 1
  • 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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