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VW Code 03496

03496 Description And Summary :

When you open valve for torque support mount, short to plus retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start butterfly valve control unit 2 (j544), of mechanical errors . So for next control module 2 for cooling fan, faulty will delay your vw fault.

03496 Possible Causes:

03496 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off

What To Check After Fixing 03496 Code

  • Inspect all the connections shift up/down wire, short to b+
  • 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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