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VW Code 05170

05170 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine reductant injection valve circuit range / performance, bank 2 unit 1 mechanic will need to check all electrical connections in the camshaft sensor valve 2 for load pressure control (n274), short-circuit after pluses you can see the nox sensor heater sense bank 1, circuit is the final reason of the code.

05170 Possible Causes:

05170 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • Fuel Composition Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 1 Injector Circuit Low

What To Check After Fixing 05170 Code

  • Inspect all the connections control module 2 for cooling fan, faulty
  • 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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