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VW Code 03901

03901 Description And Summary :

This something to do with the intake camshaft timing cylinder 9 above knock threshold It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake speed signal error message of the abs controller . On the other hand glow plug / heater relay, circuit open / short to ground is the final reason of the code.

03901 Possible Causes:

03901 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 03901 Code

  • Inspect all the connections throttle position output, circuit high
  • 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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