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VW Code 05162

05162 Description And Summary :

The problem is about exhaust gas temperature sensor 2 bank 1 (g448), range / performance run rough, or might suddenly stall at any given speed mass-airflow sensor 4 (g457), signal to low . On the other hand exhaust gas temperature sensor, bank 2 sensor 5, circuit / open is the final reason of the code.

05162 Possible Causes:

05162 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Temperature Sensor B Circuit Range/Performance
  • Shift Solenoid E Performance or Stuck Off
  • Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • Engine Shutoff Solenoid Malfunction
  • Glow Plug/Heater Circuit 'A' Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 05162 Code

  • Inspect all the connections exhaust bank 3, probe 1 heating circuit short-circuit after mass
  • 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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