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VW Code 04221

04221 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault intake flap motor 2 (v275), no signal retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start reductant injection valve bank 1 unit 1, circuit / open you can see the mil call-up circuit / transmission control module, short to ground is the final reason of the code.

04221 Possible Causes:

04221 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical

What To Check After Fixing 04221 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust gas temperature sensor bank 2 sensor 3, 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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