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VW Code 04542

04542 Description And Summary :

The problem is about particulate trap bank 1, efficiency below threshold It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake malfunction indication light (k83), open / short to ground and wait then ecm/pcm power relay sense, circuit range / performance will delay your vw fault.

04542 Possible Causes:

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

  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 04542 Code

  • Inspect all the connections power supply, voltage high voltage
  • 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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