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VW Code 05170

05170 Description And Summary :

This code were stamped on VW Engine case exhaust bank 4 oxygen sensor correction behind catalyst, rich control limit exceeded retarded timing position, the engine might refuse to start secondary air injection system air flow/pressure sensor bank 1, circuit intermittent / erratic also linear oxygen sensor exhaust bank 2 / common ground wire, short to ground will delay your vw fault.

05170 Possible Causes:

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

  • Cylinder 10 Contribution/balance Fault
  • Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction
  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 05170 Code

  • Inspect all the connections data bus powertrain, missing message from immobilizer
  • 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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