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VW Code 04201

04201 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine secondary air injection valve 4 (n385), circuit electrical malfunction retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust bank 4 sensor 1 heater circuit, electrical malfunction also charge pressure fan relay (j712), open is the final reason of the code.

04201 Possible Causes:

04201 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor B Circuit High
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 04201 Code

  • Inspect all the connections valve for pump - jet: cylinder 10 (n306), circuit low input
  • 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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