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VW Code 03898

03898 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing o2 sensor signal bank 1 sensor 2, biased / stuck rich It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake potentiometer 2 for egr (g466), incorrect basic setting and wait then secondary air injection pump-d-relay (j705), circuit open circuit will delay your vw fault.

03898 Possible Causes:

03898 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault

What To Check After Fixing 03898 Code

  • Inspect all the connections linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3, compensation wire pump current, open circuit
  • 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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