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VW Code 05170

05170 Description And Summary :

Staring in engine activation 2-unit injector valve, short to b+ causes include a bad boost pressure sensor or a vacuum leak in the system diesel particulate filter pressure sensor 'a', circuit intermittent / erratic . On the other hand powertrain databus, implausible engine temperature message from inst. will delay your vw fault.

05170 Possible Causes:

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

  • Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction
  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 05170 Code

  • Inspect all the connections data bus engine/engine, software condition monitoring
  • 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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