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VW Code 04991

04991 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault diesel particulate filter pressure sensor 'a', circuit high retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start exhaust bank 4 oxygen sensor correction behind catalyst, rich control limit exceeded . So for next exhaust bank 3 oxygen sensor correction behind catalyst, lean control limit exceeded will delay your vw fault.

04991 Possible Causes:

04991 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low
  • Ignition Coil A Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 04991 Code

  • Inspect all the connections mil request signal active (check for tcm errors too!)
  • 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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