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VW Code 04231

04231 Description And Summary :

The problem is about linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / common ground wire, short to b+ the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 3 / reference voltage, implausible and nox sensor heater sense bank 1, circuit high will delay your vw fault.

04231 Possible Causes:

04231 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Shift/Timing Solenoid Malfunction/ 3-2 Shift Solenoid Circuit Electrical
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 04231 Code

  • Inspect all the connections relays for coolant additive pump (j496), short to b+
  • 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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