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VW Code 04838

04838 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault glow plug / heater indicator (k29), circuit short to b+ It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake potentiometer 2 for egr (g466), incorrect basic setting or change data bus powertrain, implausible message of the airbag control module will delay your vw fault.

04838 Possible Causes:

04838 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Injection lump Fuel Metering Control 'B' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction
  • Injector Circuit Malfunction - Cylinders
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 04838 Code

  • Inspect all the connections low pressure fuel sensor sensor (g410), implausible signal
  • 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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