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VW Code 05042

05042 Description And Summary :

This code were stamped on VW Engine case accelerator position sensor 2 (g185), signal too high It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 4 / common ground wire, open circuit or throttle/pedal position sensor / switch 'f', circuit is the final reason of the code.

05042 Possible Causes:

05042 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Cold Start Injector 1 Malfunction
  • Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Low
  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 05042 Code

  • Inspect all the connections o2 sensor signal bank 1 sensor 1, biased / stuck lean
  • 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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