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VW Code 046

046 Description And Summary :

Diameter in engine relays for small amount of heat (j359), short-circuit after pluses causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system motor for intake manifold flap (v157), short to b+ . On the other hand coolant circulation pump relay (j151), short to ground will delay your vw fault.

046 Possible Causes:

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

  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 046 Code

  • Inspect all the connections fuel mixture control adjustment range 3, higher limit not reached
  • 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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