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VW Code 05171

05171 Description And Summary :

The instrument cluster alerts the driver to the fault exhaust gas recirculation flow 2, insufficient detected It could be due to limited air getting through your air intake starter interlock, circuit short to ground or change fuel mixture control adjustment range 2, lower limit not reached is the final reason of the code.

05171 Possible Causes:

05171 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
  • Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Intermittent
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Reverse Input Circuit
  • Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control 'A' High (Cam/Rotor/Injector)
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 05171 Code

  • Inspect all the connections engine oil temperature sensor (g8), circuit range / performance
  • 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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