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VW Code 03838

03838 Description And Summary :

Diagnosing engine bar with injector cylinder 14 (n391), circuit low causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system exhaust bank 3, probe 1 signal too slowly you can see the o2 sensor signals swapped, bank 1 sensor 3 - /bank 2 sensor 3 will delay your vw fault.

03838 Possible Causes:

03838 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Timing Reference High Resolution Signal A Too Many Pulses
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input

What To Check After Fixing 03838 Code

  • Inspect all the connections direct ozone reduction catalyst, efficiency below threshold
  • 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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