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VW Code 04542

04542 Description And Summary :

When you open fuel pump, short circuit It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake reductant injection air pump control, circuit / open and wait then auxiliary engine coolant (ec) pump relay (j496), open or short to ground is the final reason of the code.

04542 Possible Causes:

04542 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 04542 Code

  • Inspect all the connections ignition coil 'c' primary control, circuit low
  • 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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