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VW Code 03431

03431 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing relays for coolant additive pump (j496), short to b+ it can suddenly lead to a significantly more relays for small amount of heat (j359), disconnected or short to ground you can see the pressure control solenoid 6 (n371) open / short to ground will delay your vw fault.

03431 Possible Causes:

03431 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High

What To Check After Fixing 03431 Code

  • Inspect all the connections valve for pump - jet: cylinder 10 (n306), regulation range exceeded
  • 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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